Rot & Ruin

Jonathan Maberry

In a world ravaged by a zombie plague, fifteen-year-old Benny Imura dreams of becoming a bounty hunter, following in the footsteps of his legendary older brother. But when his brother is deployed to the front lines, Benny must confront the terrifying reality of the undead and the brutal choices required for survival. As he embarks on his first mission, Benny grapples with loss, loyalty, and the true meaning of courage in a world where humanity is on the brink of extinction. This thrilling adventure explores themes of family, sacrifice, and the fight for a future against overwhelming odds.

Jonathan Maberry

In the aftermath of devastating upheaval, Benny Imura and his friends venture beyond the familiar borders of the Rot & Ruin, determined to discover whether the mysterious aircraft they witnessed signals the existence of a surviving human community. Their search leads them through a savage wilderness filled with predators, fanatical survivors, and vast swarms of zombies whose speed and intelligence suggest that the world’s dangers are changing. As the group fights to preserve its fragile hope for a future, they must confront questions about survival, loyalty, humanity, and what it means to remain civilized in a world ruled by fear. Blending relentless horror with emotional depth and vivid post-apocalyptic adventure, this installment raises the stakes of Benny’s journey into the unknown.

Jonathan Maberry

Return to the post-apocalyptic wasteland of Rot & Ruin in this collection of short stories exploring the events and untold moments surrounding Benny Imura’s world. Set fourteen years after the zombie plague, these interconnected tales illuminate First Night, the struggle to survive the outbreak, and the dangers of traveling beyond the protected settlements. Blending horror, science fiction, action, and emotional depth, the collection expands the series’ mythology while examining courage, loss, loyalty, and the bonds that endure after civilization collapses. It offers both a deeper understanding of the wasteland and a compelling companion for fans of the Rot & Ruin saga.

Jonathan Maberry

In a world shattered by a devastating pandemic, the few remaining survivors struggle to rebuild amid ruined cities, scarce resources, and the constant threat of violence. As a new generation comes of age in the aftermath, they must navigate fractured communities and confront the forces—both human and otherwise—that threaten what remains of civilization. Blending post-apocalyptic suspense, horror, and coming-of-age drama, the novel explores resilience, loyalty, and the difficult choices required to preserve hope in a broken world.