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Death to Anyone Who Reads This (Dear Apocalypse, #2) was the most recently released book by Hugh Howey, on August 15th, 2023.

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Hugh Howey Stats: The highest rated book by Hugh Howey on Book Notification is Shift, the 2nd novel in the Wool / Silo series. The second-highest rated book is Dust (Wool / Silo #3).

The most read book by Hugh Howey on Book Notification is Wool, the first novel in the Wool / Silo series. The second most read book is Shift (Wool / Silo #2).

Below is a complete list of Hugh Howey books in publication and chronological order, broken down by series. The most popular series by Hugh Howey is the Wool / Silo Series.

List of Wool / Silo Books in Publication Order

People claw for survival in an unkind world, confined and forgetting their downfall.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
8.1
Wool
2011
Go
2
8.5
Shift
2013
Go
3
8.3
Dust
2013
Go

List of Wool / Silo Books in Chronological Order

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
8.5
Shift
2013
Go
2
8.1
Wool
2011
Go
3
8.3
Dust
2013
Go

List of Beacon 23 (Kindle Singles) Books in Publication Order

A lonely beacon keeper in deep space maintains vital navigation aids, a solitary duty disrupted when things go wrong.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
9
Little Noises
2015
Go
2
9
Pet Rocks
2015
Go
3
9
Bounty
2015
Go
4
9
Company
2015
Go
5
9
Visitor
2015
Go

Compiled into the novel Beacon 23.

List of Bern Saga Books in Publication Order

A young woman and her crew of alien misfits embark on galaxy-spanning adventures that forge a new future.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
8
Molly Fyde and the Parsona Rescue
2009
Go
2
8
Molly Fyde and the Land of Light
2010
Go
3
8
Molly Fyde and the Blood of Billions
2010
Go
4
8
Molly Fyde and the Fight for Peace
2010
Go

List of Dear Apocalypse Books in Publication Order (with Elinor Taylor)

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
The Balloon Hunter
2023
Go
2
Death to Anyone Who Reads This
2023
Go

List of Sand Books in Publication Order

Ranked by popularity, the top Sand books are Return to Danvar, A Rap Upon Heaven's Gate, and Out of No Man's Land.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
The Belt of the Buried Gods
2013
Go
2
Out of No Man's Land
2013
Go
3
Return to Danvar
2013
Go
4
Thunder Due East
2013
Go
5
A Rap Upon Heaven's Gate
2014
Go

List of The Sand Chronicles Books in Publication Order

Siblings navigate a buried world of sand, loss, and survival, while across the wastes others seek vengeance in a harsh desert future.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
7.6
Sand
2014
Go
2
8.7
Across the Sand
2022
Go

List of Standalone Novels in Publication Order

Ranked by popularity, the top standalone books are Beacon 23, Half Way Home, and I, Zombie.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
8
Half Way Home
2010
Go
2
The Hurricane
2011
Go
3
7.3
I, Zombie
2012
Go
4
8
The Shell Collector
2014
Go
5
7.8
Beacon 23
2015
Go

List of Short Stories/Novellas in Publication Order

Ranked by popularity, the top short stories and novellas are The Plagiarist, Glitch, and The Walk Up Nameless Ridge.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
8.7
The Plagiarist
2011
Go
2
8
The Walk Up Nameless Ridge
2012
Go
3
8
Promises of London
2014
Go
4
Glitch
2014
Go
5
Second Suicide
2014
Go
6
The Box
2015
Go

List of Short Story Collections in Publication Order

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
9.3
Machine Learning
2017
Go

List of Children's Books in Publication Order

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
Misty: The Proud Cloud
2014
Go
2
Wanda Jane Rainer Monster Tamer
2023
Go
3
Ten 'Lil Cannibals
2023
Go

List of Graphic Novels in Publication Order

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
4
Wool: The Graphic Novel
2013
Go

List of Non-Fiction Books in Publication Order

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
Death and Life: A Biography
2022
Go

List of Wayfinding Non-Fiction Books in Publication Order

Explores Wayfinding, a self-help philosophy for navigating life by understanding the surrounding environment and inner responses.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
6
Rats and Rafts
2015
Go
2
Hell and Heaven
2015
Go
3
Food and Fitness
2015
Go
4
Hot and Cold
2015
Go
5
Old World and New
2015
Go
6
Consciousness and Subconsciousness
2015
Go
7
Highs and Lows
2015
Go
8
In-Grouping and Out-Grouping
2016
Go

List of The Dystopia Triptych Books in Publication Order

Explores a society's descent into madness, life during dire times, and the struggle back from despair.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
10
Ignorance Is Strength
2020
Go
2
10
Burn the Ashes
2020
Go
3
10
Or Else the Light
2020
Go

Anthology Series

List of World Of Kurt Vonnegut Books in Publication Order

Features stories inspired by Kurt Vonnegut's characters, like Billy Pilgrim and Kilgore Trout.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
The Bell Curse (By: Kevin G. Summers)
2013
Go
2
The World of Kurt Vonnegut (By: Reed Farrel Coleman)
2013
Go
3
9.5
Peace in Amber
2014
Go
4
As Much Protein as an Egg ( By: Seth Harwood)
2014
Go
5
Children's Crusade (By: Peter Cawdron)
2014
Go
6
Newt and Zinka's Wild, Wild Week OR How the K.G.B. Got Ice-Nine ( By: Seth Harwood)
2014
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List of The Future Chronicles Books in Publication Order

Speculative fiction anthologies with unique takes on major science fiction and fantasy themes.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
The Future Chronicles
2015
Go
2
7
The A.I. Chronicles (By: E.E. Giorgi, Sam Best, Alex Albrinck)
2015
Go
3
The Dragon Chronicles (By: Chris Pourteau, Alex Albrinck, Vincent Trigili)
2015
Go
4
The Z Chronicles
2015
Go
5
Alt.History 101 (By: Samuel Peralta, Ann Christy, Sam Best)
2015
Go
6
The Immortality Chronicles (By: Samuel Peralta, David Bruns, Thomas Robins, Harlow C. Fallon, E.E. Giorgi, Will Swardstrom, Drew Avera, Carol Davis, Paul B. Kohler, Patricia Gilliam, John Gregory Hancock, D. Robert Pease, D.K. Cassidy, Gareth Foy)
2015
Go
7
8
The Time Travel Chronicles (By: Robert J. Sawyer, Ann Christy, Crystal Watanabe, Daniel Arthur Smith, Stefan Bolz, Rysa Walker, Lucas Bale, Tracy Banghart, Ernie Lindsey, Carol Davis, Erik Wecks, Anthony Vicino, Carol Davis)
2015
Go
8
The Galaxy Chronicles (By: Nick Webb, G.S. Jennsen, Jennifer Foehner Wells, Matthew Alan Thyer, Nicolas Wilson, David Adams, Pippa DaCosta, Jasper T. Scott, Raymond L. Weil, Felix R. Savage, Chris Reher, Jeff Seymour)
2015
Go
9
The Cyborg Chronicles (By: Samuel Peralta, Ken Liu, Annie Bellet, Moira Katson, Susan Kaye Quinn, Artie Cabrera, Michael Patrick Hicks, A.K. Meek, P.K. Tyler, Paul K. Swardstrom, Eric Tozzi)
2015
Go
10
Alt.History 102 (By: Samuel Peralta, J.E. Mac, Jennifer Ellis, Artie Cabrera, Rysa Walker, Alex Roddie, Will Swardstrom, Therin Knite, J.J. Brown, Drew Avera, Hank Garner, Asha Bardon)
2016
Go
11
The Doomsday Chronicles (By: Seanan McGuire, Ken Liu, Ann Christy, Saul Tanpepper, Daniel Arthur Smith, S. Elliot Brandis, Matthew Alan Thyer, Therin Knite, Holly Heisey, Terry R. Hill, James Knapp, E.R. Arroyo, Monica Enderle Pierce)
2016
Go
12
Feyland (By: Samuel Peralta, K.J. Colt, James T. Wood)
2016
Go
13
The Shapeshifter Chronicles (By: Samuel Peralta)
2016
Go
14
Chronicle Worlds: Paradisi (By: Samuel Peralta)
2016
Go
15
The Jurassic Chronicles (By: Samuel Peralta, Philip Harris, Anthony J. Melchiorri)
2017
Go
16
Chronicle Worlds: B-Movie (By: Samuel Peralta, Eamon Ambrose)
2017
Go
17
Tails of Dystopia (By: Samuel Peralta, Ann Christy, Chris Pourteau, E.E. Giorgi, Hank Garner)
2017
Go
18
Chronicle Worlds: No Way Home (By: Samuel Peralta)
2019
Go
19
The Gamer Chronicles (By: Samuel Peralta, Anthea Sharp)
2019
Go
20
Chronicle Worlds: Legacy Fleet (By: Samuel Peralta)
2019
Go
21
Chronicle Worlds: Crime and Punishment (By: Samuel Peralta)
2019
Go
22
Chronicle Worlds: Half Way Home (By: Samuel Peralta, David Bruns, Saul Tanpepper)
2023
Go
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List of Hugh Howey Anthologies in Publication Order

#ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
2
The End: Visions of Apocalypse
2012
Go
2
Lightspeed Magazine, Issue 35, April 2013
2013
Go
3
Love and Other Distractions
2013
Go
4
The Geek's Guide to the Galaxy #82-84
2013
Go
5
From the Indie Side
2014
Go
6
The End is Nigh
2014
Go
7
8
Robot Uprisings
2014
Go
8
7
Dead Man's Hand
2014
Go
9
Futuredaze 2: Reprise
2014
Go
10
The End is Now
2014
Go
11
6
Stories on the Go: 101 Very Short Stories by 101 Authors
2014
Go
12
The Alien Chronicles
2015
Go
13
The End Has Come
2015
Go
14
Visions of the Future
2015
Go
15
8
The Time Travel Chronicles
2015
Go
16
Love Hurts
2015
Go
17
Lightspeed Magazine, December 2015
2015
Go
18
Lightspeed Magazine, May 2016
2016
Go
19
Feyland
2016
Go
20
The Shapeshifter Chronicles
2016
Go
21
Chronicle Worlds: Paradisi
2016
Go
22
The Jurassic Chronicles
2017
Go
23
Chronicle Worlds: No Way Home
2019
Go
24
9
A People's Future of the United States: Speculative Fiction from 25 Extraordinary Writers
2019
Go
25
The Gamer Chronicles
2019
Go
26
Chronicle Worlds: Legacy Fleet
2019
Go
27
Chronicle Worlds: Crime and Punishment
2019
Go
28
10
Ignorance Is Strength
2020
Go
29
10
Burn the Ashes
2020
Go
30
10
Or Else the Light
2020
Go
31
Chronicle Worlds: Half Way Home
2023
Go
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Hugh Howey

Hugh Howey (Hugh C. Howey) was born on June 23rd, 1975 and is currently 51 years old. Hugh Howey was born in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA.

Hugh Howey is known for writing in the Science Fiction and Young Adult Fiction genres.

Hugh Howey has written 8 Non-Fiction Books. The first was released in 2015 with the book Rats and Rafts. The most recently released was In-Grouping and Out-Grouping which was released in 2016. There are no upcoming non-fiction books by Hugh at this time.

Hugh Howey: Awards & Accolades

Hugh Howey books have been nominated for multiple awards, Wool was nominated for the Goodreads Awards, Best Science Fiction, in 2012 as well as the Goodreads Awards - Best Goodreads Author in 2012, RUSA Awards - Science Fiction Award in 2014. I, Zombie was nominated for the Goodreads Awards, Best Horror, in 2012. Dust was nominated for the Goodreads Awards, Best Science Fiction, in 2013. Sand was nominated for the Goodreads Awards, Best Science Fiction, in 2014. Beacon 23 was nominated for the Goodreads Awards, Best Science Fiction, in 2015.

Hugh Howey: Lists & Other Mentions

Hugh Howey: TV/Movies Based on Books

The Silo series by Hugh Howey has been adapted for Apple TV+. The first series aired in 2023, and is based on the book Wool, the first novel in the series. The first season covers a portion of the book and has been renewed for a second season. It stars Rebecca Ferguson as Juliette Nichols, and Tim Robbins as Bernard Holland, the head of IT.

The novel Beacon 23 published in 2015 has also been adapted into a TV series. It's created by Zak Penn, who wrote the story for The Avengers. It started airing on MGM+ in November 2023. It stars Lena Headey, Stephan James, and Daniel Malik. In December 2023, Beacon 23 was renewed for a second season.

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  4. Amy Tintera, author of: Listen for the Lie.
  5. Marie Lu, author of the Warcross Series.
  6. Scott Westerfeld, author of the Uglies Series.
  7. Rick Yancey, author of the Fifth Wave Series.
  8. Maria Snyder, author of The Chronicles of Ixia Series.
  9. Neal Shusterman, author of the Arc of a Scythe Series.
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Hugh Howey: F.A.Q

When was Hugh Howey Born? How old is Hugh Howey?

Hugh Howey was born on June 23rd, 1975. Hugh Howey is currently 51 years old.

Where was Hugh Howey Born?

Hugh Howey was born in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA and is American.

What was the first book Hugh Howey wrote?

The first book written by Hugh Howey was Molly Fyde and the Parsona Rescue, published in 2009.

What was the most recent book Hugh Howey wrote?

His most recently released work was Death to Anyone Who Reads This on August 15th, 2023.

What is the most popular book by Hugh Howey?

Based on the number of readers on Book Notification, the most popular Hugh Howey book is Wool. Here are his most popular books and their average ratings:
  1. Wool (8.12)
  2. Shift (8.50)
  3. Dust (8.29)
  4. Sand (7.64)
  5. Beacon 23 (7.78)

What genres does Hugh Howey Write?

Hugh Howey primarily writes in the Science Fiction and Young Adult Fiction genres. His work includes sub-genres such as Space Opera, Dystopian / Utopian Science Fiction, and Apocalyptic / Post-Apocalyptic Science Fiction.

Are there upcoming new books by Hugh Howey?

Hugh Howey does not have any upcoming books with a set publication date within the next few months at this time.

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How many books has Hugh Howey written?

Hugh Howey has written 49 books across 21 series and categories, excluding contributions to anthologies.
  • 3 books in the Wool / Silo Series
  • 5 books in the Beacon 23 (Kindle Singles) Series
  • 4 books in the Bern Saga Series
  • 2 books in the Dear Apocalypse Series
  • 5 books in the Sand Series
  • 2 books in The Sand Chronicles Series
  • 5 Standalone Novels
  • 6 Short Stories/Novellas
  • 1 Short Story Collection
  • 3 Children's Books
  • 1 Graphic Novel
  • 1 Non-Fiction Books
  • 8 books in the Wayfinding Non-Fiction Series
  • 1 book in the World Of Kurt Vonnegut Series
  • 2 books in The Future Chronicles Series

Was Beacon 23 renewed for a second season or canceled?

MGM+ renewed Beacon 23 for season 2 in December 2023.

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