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ⓘ About Ryan Schow
Ryan Schow is an American published author who also goes by the pen name of R.B. Schow. Ryan has done quite well for himself in fiction! In addition to being a prolific author of novels and series, he is a best-selling author who has topped the charts of USA Today. He is known for writing the Swann series, as well as The Last War series, the Age of Embers series, the Dark Days of the After series, the Abandon series, the Population Zero series, the Sunset on America series, and the Atlas Hargrove series under the pen name of R.B. Schow. Besides writing unique and interesting stories for his readers to enjoy, Schow is also a self-admitted adrenaline junky and loves to get that buzz! He is also a second-degree black belt. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Abandon Books series, Ryan Schow has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.
📚 All Book Series by Ryan Schow
These Times of Abandon
These Times of Abandon is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Abandon Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ryan Schow have come to expect.
These Times of Retribution
These Times of Retribution continues the Publication Order of Abandon Books story arc with Ryan Schow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
These Times of Cessation
These Times of Cessation continues the Publication Order of Abandon Books story arc with Ryan Schow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
These Times of Sedition
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Abandon Books with These Times of Sedition, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
These Times of Insurrection
These Times of Insurrection is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Abandon Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ryan Schow have come to expect.
Dark Days of the After
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dark Days of the After Books with Dark Days of the After, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
Dark Days of the Surge
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dark Days of the After Books with Dark Days of the Surge, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
Dark Days of the Apostasy
Dark Days of the Apostasy is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dark Days of the After Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ryan Schow have come to expect.
Dark Days of the Enclave
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dark Days of the After Books with Dark Days of the Enclave, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
Dark Days of the Purge
Dark Days of the Purge is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dark Days of the After Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ryan Schow have come to expect.
The Last Light of Day
The Last Light of Day continues the Publication Order of Dark Days of the After Books story arc with Ryan Schow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Burning Hollow
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Sunset on America Books with The Burning Hollow, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
The Ashes of the Unknown
The Ashes of the Unknown is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sunset on America Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ryan Schow have come to expect.
A Confluence of Tyrants
A Confluence of Tyrants is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sunset on America Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ryan Schow have come to expect.
The Resurgence of Patriots
The Resurgence of Patriots is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sunset on America Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ryan Schow have come to expect.
A Cold Reckoning
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Sunset on America Books with A Cold Reckoning, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
A Pound of Flesh: Sunset on America
A Pound of Flesh: Sunset on America is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sunset on America Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ryan Schow have come to expect.
Vannie
Vannie continues the Publication Order of Swann Books story arc with Ryan Schow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Swann
Swann is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Swann Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ryan Schow have come to expect.
Monarch
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Swann Books with Monarch, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
Clone
Clone is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Swann Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ryan Schow have come to expect.
Masochist
Masochist is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Swann Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ryan Schow have come to expect.
Weapon
Weapon is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Swann Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ryan Schow have come to expect.
Raven
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Swann Books with Raven, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
Abomination
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Swann Books with Abomination, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
Enigma
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Swann Books with Enigma, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
Crucified
Crucified is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Swann Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ryan Schow have come to expect.
The Age of Embers
The Age of Embers continues the Publication Order of The Age of Embers Books story arc with Ryan Schow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Age of Hysteria
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Age of Embers Books with The Age of Hysteria, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
The Age of Reprisal
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Age of Embers Books with The Age of Reprisal, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
The Age of Exodus
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Age of Embers Books with The Age of Exodus, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
The Age of Defiance
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Age of Embers Books with The Age of Defiance, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
The Last War
Conflict and courage define The Last War, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of The Last War Books series by Ryan Schow that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Zero Hour
The Zero Hour continues the Publication Order of The Last War Books story arc with Ryan Schow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Ophidian Horde
The Ophidian Horde is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Last War Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ryan Schow have come to expect.
The Infernal Regions
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Last War Books with The Infernal Regions, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
The Killing Fields
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Killing Fields as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of The Last War Books series showcases Ryan Schow's mastery of suspense.
The Barbarous Road
The Barbarous Road is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Last War Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ryan Schow have come to expect.
The Terminal Run
The Terminal Run continues the Publication Order of The Last War Books story arc with Ryan Schow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Population Zero
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Population Zero Trilogy Books with Population Zero, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
Population Zero: Book 2
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Population Zero Trilogy Books with Population Zero: Book 2, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
Population Zero: Book 3
Population Zero: Book 3 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Population Zero Trilogy Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ryan Schow have come to expect.
The Blinding Light
The Blinding Light is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sadie Gray FBI Mystery Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ryan Schow have come to expect.
The 34 in the Floor
The 34 in the Floor is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sadie Gray FBI Mystery Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ryan Schow have come to expect.
The Sight Unseen
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Sadie Gray FBI Mystery Books with The Sight Unseen, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
The Broken Girl
The Broken Girl continues the Publication Order of Sadie Gray FBI Mystery Books story arc with Ryan Schow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Murder Society
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Murder Society as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Sadie Gray FBI Mystery Books series showcases Ryan Schow's mastery of suspense.
The Girl With No Tomorrow
The Girl With No Tomorrow continues the Publication Order of Sadie Gray FBI Mystery Books story arc with Ryan Schow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Place of Many Trees
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Sadie Gray FBI Mystery Books with The Place of Many Trees, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
The Cold Quiet Everywhere
The Cold Quiet Everywhere continues the Publication Order of Sadie Gray FBI Mystery Books story arc with Ryan Schow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Where Darkness Clings to Bone
Where Darkness Clings to Bone is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sadie Gray FBI Mystery Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ryan Schow have come to expect.
The Choir of Empty Houses
The Choir of Empty Houses continues the Publication Order of Sadie Gray FBI Mystery Books story arc with Ryan Schow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Shockwave Manifesto
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Sadie Gray FBI Mystery Books with The Shockwave Manifesto, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
The Murder at Gull Point Beach
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Murder at Gull Point Beach as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Sadie Gray FBI Mystery Books series showcases Ryan Schow's mastery of suspense.
The Nature of Monsters
The Nature of Monsters is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sadie Gray FBI Mystery Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ryan Schow have come to expect.
The Tears of Odessa
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Atlas Hargrove Books with The Tears of Odessa, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
The Beasts of Juarez
The Beasts of Juarez continues the Publication Order of Atlas Hargrove Books story arc with Ryan Schow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Betrayal of Prague
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Atlas Hargrove Books with The Betrayal of Prague, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
The Devil In Cologne
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Atlas Hargrove Books with The Devil In Cologne, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
The Butcher of Caracas
The Butcher of Caracas continues the Publication Order of Atlas Hargrove Books story arc with Ryan Schow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Martyr of Nogales
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Atlas Hargrove Books with The Martyr of Nogales, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
The Cape Town Massacre
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Atlas Hargrove Books with The Cape Town Massacre, another outstanding contribution from Ryan Schow.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Ryan Schow?
Ryan Schow is a bestselling author known for 9 book series containing over 62 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Abandon Books, Publication Order of Dark Days of the After Books, Publication Order of Sunset on America Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Ryan Schow series to start with?
For readers new to Ryan Schow's work, the Publication Order of Abandon Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 5 books. Begin with These Times of Abandon to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Ryan Schow written?
Ryan Schow has written over 62 books across 9 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Ryan Schow books in order?
Yes, reading Ryan Schow's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.
What genre does Ryan Schow write in?
Ryan Schow writes primarily in fiction. With 9 series across 62 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Ryan Schow's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Ryan Schow's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.
What is Ryan Schow's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Ryan Schow's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Abandon Books series. The first book, These Times of Abandon, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.