The Last Kids on Earth

The Last Kids on Earth is an action-packed, humor-filled adventure series that brings the apocalypse to life in a wildly entertaining way. Blending fast-paced storytelling with comic book-style illustrations, this bestselling saga follows a group of kids as they navigate a monster-infested world with courage, wit, and a whole lot of fun. With a perfect mix of adventure, comedy, and heart, this series has captured the imaginations of young readers everywhere.

At the heart of the story is Jack Sullivan, a 13-year-old who finds himself living in a treehouse fortress after a monstrous apocalypse wipes out much of humanity. Rather than giving in to fear, he embraces the chaos, assembling a team of fellow survivors, including his best friend Quint, the tough and fearless June, and the reformed bully Dirk. Together, they face towering zombies, gigantic beasts, and the ultimate challenge—staying alive while making the end of the world as fun as possible. Armed with makeshift weapons, cool gadgets, and a love for video game-style quests, these kids turn survival into an epic adventure.

The Last Kids on Earth consists of eleven primary books, and includes three additional books that complement the series but are not considered mandatory reads and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.