25 Best Zombie Audiobooks for 2025

The undead have fascinated horror fans for decades, and zombie audiobooks continue to thrive in the world of storytelling. Whether you enjoy fast-paced survival tales, apocalyptic thrillers, or deep character-driven narratives, there’s a zombie audiobook for you. At ZombieAudio, it's passionate about all things undead, bringing you the best zombie audiobooks, reviews, and news. From gripping post-apocalyptic horror to thrilling zombie survival sagas, we cover the latest and greatest in zombie fiction. If you’re looking for your next terrifying listen, check out our list of the 25 best zombie audiobooks for 2025—each offering a unique take on the undead apocalypse.

1. Cadaver: The Complete Zombie Apocalypse Series – Nick Clausen

• Narrated by: Spencer Dillehay
• Length: 36 hrs and 54 mins
• Release Date: 10-11-24
• A chilling, fast-paced zombie saga spanning seven books, Cadaver follows survivors as they navigate a world overrun by the undead. This immersive series keeps you hooked with its relentless tension and unexpected twists.

2. Dead Meat: The Complete Zombie Apocalypse Series – Nick Clausen

• Narrated by: Matthew Crow
• Length: 38 hrs and 9 mins
• Release Date: 01-27-23
• A gritty, action-packed zombie survival story spanning nine books, Dead Meat is filled with terrifying encounters and compelling characters fighting against overwhelming odds.

3. The Last Man Standing Complete Series Box Set – Keith Taylor

• Narrated by: Matthew Crow
• Length: 13 hrs and 47 mins
• Release Date: 05-22-24
• This three-book collection delivers an intense zombie apocalypse thriller with a lone survivor battling through a world of chaos, uncertainty, and flesh-hungry undead.

4. World War Z: The Complete Edition – Max Brooks

• Narrated by: Star-Studded Cast
• Length: 12 hrs and 9 mins
• Release Date: 05-14-13
• A legendary zombie novel featuring a full-cast narration, including Mark Hamill and Alan Alda. This gripping oral history of a global zombie war remains a must-listen.

5. The Undead Trilogy – Matthew Doggett

• Narrated by: Matthew Crow
• Length: 28 hrs and 51 mins
• Release Date: 03-03-25
• A brand-new trilogy offering a deep dive into a terrifying zombie apocalypse, where survivors struggle to hold on to their humanity.

6. Dead South: The Complete 8-Book Zombie Apocalypse Series – Zach Bohannon

• Narrated by: Andrew Tell
• Length: 40 hrs and 59 mins
• Release Date: 01-17-24
• A gripping eight-book saga exploring survival, loss, and the will to fight in a world consumed by the undead.

7. Alive Again Box Set: The Complete Zombie Apocalypse in a Dystopian World Series – T.W. Piperbrook

• Narrated by: Stacey Glemboski
• Length: 22 hrs and 31 mins
• Release Date: 09-26-24
• Blending dystopian themes with a zombie outbreak, this series follows survivors as they attempt to rebuild civilization in a broken world.

8. Empty Bodies: The Complete 6-Book Zombie Apocalypse Series – Zach Bohannon

• Narrated by: Andrew Tell
• Length: 34 hrs and 17 mins
• Release Date: 02-29-24
• A gripping horror series filled with suspense, shocking turns, and an ever-present sense of dread.

9. First Wave, A Zombie-Apocalypse Series Boxed Set – JT Sawyer

• Narrated by: Virtual Voice
• Length: 12 hrs and 17 mins
• Release Date: 02-02-25
• A fast-paced survival thriller following a group of survivors during the first days of the zombie outbreak.

10. On Unhallowed Ground – Mark Tufo

• Narrated by: Sean Runnette
• Length: 11 hrs and 48 mins
• Release Date: 11-19-24
• The latest installment in the beloved Zombie Fallout series, bringing fresh horrors and unexpected twists.

More Terrifying Zombie Audiobooks to Devour:

• Zombies: A Record of the Year of Infection – Don Roff
• Zombie Apocalypse: The Origin – Michael K Clancy
• The Broken Road – Mark Tufo
• The Infection Omnibus – Craig DiLouie
• Zombies: The Recent Dead – Neil Gaiman, Max Brooks & others
• The Zombie War Chronicles – Eric A. Shelman
• Zombie Road: Convoy of Carnage – David A. Simpson
• The Complete Brother's Creed Box Set – Joshua C. Chadd
• Infected Dead Series Boxed Set – Bob Howard
• The Zombie Uprising Series: Books One Through Five – M.A. Robbins
• The Zombie Survival Guide – Max Brooks
• All DEAD: The Complete 12-Book DEAD Series – T.W. Brown
• Bridging the Gap (Zombie Fallout, Book 22) – Mark Tufo
• Zombies! – R.S. Merritt
• Zombie Rules – David Achord

Final Thoughts

The zombie audiobook genre continues to evolve, offering listeners fresh, terrifying, and action-packed stories that explore both horror and the resilience of the human spirit. Whether you’re looking for a full-fledged zombie war (World War Z), a long-haul survival saga (All DEAD), or a dystopian take (Alive Again), there’s an audiobook here for every fan of the undead. For more zombie audiobook recommendations, reviews, and the latest horror fiction news, visit ZombieAudio.net—your ultimate destination for all things zombie audio!