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9 Thrilling Books for Gamers and Fans of The Last of Us

These page-turners imagine worlds you won’t want to leave.

Inventive Causes for Zombie Apocalypses

Some say the world will end in fire, some say in ice … and some say in a swarm of flying fish zombies.

A Primer to the Post-Apocalyptic World of Y: The Last Man 

Get to know the Eisner Award-winning comic series.  

Authors Share How Apocalyptic Fiction Can Be an Antidote to Panic

If 2020 has you spiraling, you're not alone — but apocalyptic fiction can be a surprising source of comfort.

10 Questions for Writers to Ask When Post-Apocalyptic Worldbuilding

Writing the end of the world? Here's what you need to know. 

16 Powerful Post-Apocalyptic Books

It's the end of the world as we know it: These post-apocalyptic novels offer terrifying visions that will have you hooked.

7 Unforgettable Books Like Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel

If you love Station Eleven, you won't be able to put down these seven other tales of the apocalypse.

A Lone Samurai Journeys to a Frozen Earth in Eric Van Lustbader’s The Sunset Warrior

Read an excerpt from the post-apocalyptic adventure novel by a skilled author of thrillers.

Robert McCammon's Swan Song is Unparalleled Post-Apocalyptic Horror

In the wake of a nuclear holocaust, a professional wrestler becomes the sole protector of the world's only hope for survival—a 9-year-old psychic.

Zombie Expert Paul Vigna on the Optimism of The Walking Dead 

The author of “Guts: The Anatomy of the Walking Dead” explains why a show about the end of the world gives him hope.

Where Would You Go During an Apocalyptic Plague? 

In Michael Stark’s dark fantasy novel "The Island", William Hill retreats to his favorite spot to await death.