📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Surviving the Dead Books Best for beginners - Start with "No Easy Hope" (2011)
Publication Order of The Hellbreakers Books Popular choice - Start with "The Hellbreakers" (2018)

About the Author

The writer James N. Cook is an American author of horror novels, having made a name for himself as a master of suspense and terror with his work. Able to build a mood that is both dark and foreboding, he immediately grabs the reader the instant they open the book and doesn’t let go. Making his name with the ‘Surviving the Dead’ series, he largely focuses on his much loved zombie apocalypse series that has been running for quite some time now. Drawing from his own life and his time serving in the US Navy, he infuses his work with a sense of realism that makes his novels seem wholly authentic and grounded in reality. This has allowed him to become a bestselling author over the years, establishing himself as one of the biggest writers currently working within his field to da. James N. Cook is the author of over 16 books across 3 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Surviving the Dead Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, James N. Cook has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Path of Violence Books

2 books
  • Path of Violence Join the adventure in 'Path of Violence' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Path of Violence Books series by James N. Cook.
    (2025) ⭐ Start here
  • Path of Violence 2: Conquest Experience the magic of 'Path of Violence 2: Conquest' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Path of Violence Books universe.
    (2026) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Surviving the Dead Books

12 books
  • No Easy Hope Join the adventure in 'No Easy Hope' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Surviving the Dead Books series by James N. Cook.
    (2011)
  • This Shattered Land 'This Shattered Land' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Surviving the Dead Books series, set in the world James N. Cook has created.
    (2012)
  • Warrior Within Join the adventure in 'Warrior Within' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Surviving the Dead Books series by James N. Cook.
    (2013)
  • The Passenger In 'The Passenger', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Surviving the Dead Books saga.
    (2013)
  • Fire in Winter Experience the magic of 'Fire in Winter' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Surviving the Dead Books universe.
    (2014)
  • The Darkest Place In 'The Darkest Place', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Surviving the Dead Books saga.
    (2015)
  • Savages In 'Savages', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Surviving the Dead Books saga.
    (2015)
  • The Killing Line In 'The Killing Line', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Surviving the Dead Books series by James N. Cook.
    (2016)
  • Storm of Ghosts Experience the magic of 'Storm of Ghosts' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Surviving the Dead Books universe.
    (2017)
  • Quick Killer and the Iceman In 'Quick Killer and the Iceman', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Surviving the Dead Books series by James N. Cook.
    (2019)
  • War Without End Experience the magic of 'War Without End' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Surviving the Dead Books universe.
    (2021)
  • Absolute Zero Join the adventure in 'Absolute Zero' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Surviving the Dead Books series by James N. Cook.
    (2024)

Publication Order of The Hellbreakers Books

2 books
  • The Hellbreakers Join the adventure in 'The Hellbreakers' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The Hellbreakers Books series by James N. Cook.
    (2018)
  • The Hellbreakers 2: Emergence Join the adventure in 'The Hellbreakers 2: Emergence' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The Hellbreakers Books series by James N. Cook.
    (2022)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is James N. Cook?

James N. Cook is a bestselling author known for 3 book series containing over 16 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Path of Violence Books, Publication Order of Surviving the Dead Books, Publication Order of The Hellbreakers Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best James N. Cook book series to start with?

For readers new to James N. Cook's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Surviving the Dead Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 12 books, it offers a perfect entry point to James N. Cook's writing.

Q: How many books has James N. Cook written?

James N. Cook has written over 16 books across 3 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.