William R. Forstchen Books

A major release in the New York Times bestselling One Second After series, set in an alternate America rebuilding after an electromagnetic pulse, this is William R. Forstchen's The Final Day. It’s been more than two years since an EMP attack wiped out all electricity in the United States and plunged the country into darkness, starvation, and death. After fighting their fair share of battles in their North Carolina mountain town, John Matherson and the people in his community are beginning to restore the technologies and social order that existed prior to the EMP. Then the national government announces that it’s ceding large portions of the country to China and Mexico; that the Constitution is no longer in effect; and that what’s left of the US Army has been deployed to suppress rebellion in the remaining states. The man sent to confront John Matherson is General Bob Scales, Matherson’s old commanding officer and closest friend from prewar days. Will General Scales follow orders, or might he be the crucial turning point in the quest for a re-united America? When news breaks that members of the federal government knew the EMP attack was coming long before it hit, the government might get exactly what it fears: revolution.

One Year After is the New York Times bestselling follow-up to William R. Forstchen’s smash hit One Second After, the novel cited on the floor of Congress as a book all Americans should read The story begins one year after One Second After ends, two years since nuclear weapons were detonated above the United States and brought America to its knees. After months of suffering starvation, war, and countless deaths, the survivors of Black Mountain, North Carolina, are beginning to recover technology and supplies they had once taken for granted, like electricity, radio communications, and medications. When a “federal administrator” arrives in a nearby city, they dare to hope that a new national government is finally emerging. That hope quickly diminishes when town administrator John Matherson learns that most of the young men and women in the community are to be drafted into the “Army of National Recovery” and sent to trouble spots hundreds of miles away. He and the people of Black Mountain protest vehemently. But “the New Regime” is already tyrannizing one nearby community. Will Matherson’s friends and neighbors be next? This edition of the book is the deluxe, tall rack mass market paperback. The John Matherson Series #1 One Second After #2 One Year After #3 The Final Day Other Books Pillar to the Sky 48 Hours

One man struggles to save his family and his small North Carolina town after America loses a war in one second, a war based upon an Electro Magnetic Pulse (EMP) weapon that will send America back to the Dark Ages

The conclusion of an inventive trilogy explores an alternate history of the American Civil War, posing the intriguing question of whether the South could have emerged victorious. Authors Newt Gingrich and William R. Forstchen weave a narrative filled with strategic battles and political intrigue, offering readers a captivating reimagining of pivotal events and their potential outcomes. The story delves into the complexities of war, leadership, and the consequences of historical decisions, providing a thought-provoking perspective on a defining moment in American history.

The narrative delves into the events surrounding the attack on Pearl Harbor, blending historical accuracy with imaginative storytelling. Authors Newt Gingrich and William R. Forstchen create an epic adventure that explores the intricacies of this pivotal moment in American history, offering readers a fresh perspective on the "Date of Infamy." Their expertise in the American Civil War series enriches this gripping tale of bravery, strategy, and the complexities of war.

Hartraft's Marauders are heading for a frontier garrison. But a Tsurani patrol is sent to support an assault on the same garrison. Both enemies arrive at the same time to discover the garrison has been overrun by a horde of moredhel (dark elves). Can they band together to survive?

The Civil War is the American Iliad, with figures like Lincoln, Stonewall Jackson, Grant, and Lee embodying heroic ideals akin to Achilles and Hector. Among the myriad battles, Gettysburg stands out, drawing millions annually to its historic fields, where Chamberlain's legendary stand and Pickett's doomed charge became symbols of the Lost Cause. Over time, the debate surrounding this pivotal moment has intensified, transforming it into the great "what if" of American history—a dreamscape where Confederate banners might have crowned the heights. In 1863, General Robert E. Lee and his Army of Northern Virginia prepared to strike the North, seeking a victory to end the brutal conflict. However, Lee's campaign ultimately failed, sealing the war's fate. Embarking on a sweeping operation, Lee displayed the audacity that had characterized his previous battles, knowing this was his last chance for victory as the industrial North wore down the South. His lieutenants and soldiers, driven by a renewed spirit, faced the decisive moment that would determine the nation's future. This meticulously researched novel by Newt Gingrich and William Forstchen explores how a Confederate victory at Gettysburg could have altered the course of history, capturing true heroism and glory in America's darkest hour.

The legendary Starfleet Captain Lucien Murat, a contemporary of Christopher Pike, disappeared during a battle with the alien Tarn. Now, generations later, Captain Picard is conducting delicate diplomatic negotiations with the Tarn when the Starship Enterprise discovers the descendants of Murat and his crew stranded on a desolate planet, still fighting a war that ended decades ago.The Human castaways face destruction, but more than these precious lives are at stake. Unless Picard can find a solution, a lost hero's legacy may ignite a new era of interstellar war!

From William R. Forstchen, the New York Times bestselling author of the One Second After series, comes Five Years After, a near-future thriller where John Matherson must contend with new threats to the fragile civilization that he helped rebuild. Five years after The Final Day, the Republic of New America has all but collapsed into regional powers and the world at large is struggling to remain stable as regional conflicts ravage the post EMP landscape. After several years attempting to lead a quiet life, John Matherson receives the news that the President is dying from a possible assassination attempt, and is asked to step in to negotiate with what appears to be a new military power hidden in the wreckage of the world. Pulled back into the fray, John struggles to hold the tottering Republic together. Facing threats on multiple fronts, he races against time to stop another EMP attack on the former United States and China, putting years of progress at risk. With so much of his work under threat, John must find the strength within to start over, so that he can save the country and the people that he holds dear from even greater calamity.