John Birmingham Book order (chronological)

Cooper Fox, beloved by the town of Gainesville, struggles with memory loss after a car accident but discovers a natural talent for strength training. His guidance leads Gainesville High's football team to victory in the Mid-States final, making him the town's hero. As excitement builds for a grand celebration, the story explores themes of resilience, community, and the impact of one individual's strength on collective achievement.

Exploring the chaotic and humorous dynamics of Australian share houses, this cult classic captures the eccentricities of communal living. Celebrating its 30th anniversary, it offers a vivid portrayal of quirky characters and their misadventures, blending comedy with relatable experiences. The narrative immerses readers in a unique cultural landscape, making it both entertaining and insightful.

Set against the backdrop of a catastrophic cyberwar, this gripping narrative explores the fragility of modern society as it grapples with the aftermath of a digital apocalypse. A diverse group of survivors must unite to confront a resurgent fascist militia that emerges amid the chaos. As they navigate the challenges of a collapsing civilization, themes of resilience and the struggle for power come to the forefront, highlighting the enduring human spirit in the face of tyranny and despair.

In a contemporary urban setting, food scarcity becomes a critical issue, with the city capable of sustaining itself for only nine days. As panic ensues, the story explores the chaos and desperation that arise when resources dwindle. The narrative delves into the human psyche under pressure, revealing how individuals and communities react to the impending crisis, ultimately highlighting themes of survival, societal breakdown, and the fragility of modern civilization.

Set against the backdrop of a catastrophic cyberwar, the story unfolds in a world where the internet has vanished, leading to the collapse of essential services like transport and power. As society crumbles, the narrative explores the dire consequences of this technological failure over ten harrowing days, highlighting the chaos and desperation that ensue, resulting in millions of deaths from thirst, starvation, and violence. The book delves into the fragility of modern civilization and the dark side of our reliance on technology.

Set against the backdrop of a global conflict, this gripping narrative explores the chaos and moral dilemmas faced by individuals caught in the throes of World War III. The story delves into the lives of diverse characters, each navigating their own struggles, alliances, and betrayals amidst the devastation. Themes of survival, sacrifice, and the impact of war on humanity are intricately woven throughout, offering a thought-provoking commentary on the fragility of peace and the resilience of the human spirit in times of crisis.

Centuries after they were defeated and exiled to Dark Space, the Sturm have returned. In a sneak attack, the Sturm's victory seemed complete, their final triumph inevitable, until one small band of intrepid, unlikely heroes struck back.

With a ruthless sect of humanity intent on wiping out their species, five intrepid heroes must think like their enemies in this epic sci-fi adventure.

Set in an alternate history where World War II unfolds differently, this narrative transforms into a gripping reimagining of the Cold War. It explores the tensions and rivalries that arise in a world shaped by unexpected alliances and conflicts, delving into the political intrigue and espionage that define this era. The story intertwines historical figures and events with speculative elements, creating a vivid backdrop for a thrilling exploration of power dynamics and the human experience during tumultuous times.

The narrative follows a talented young game developer on the brink of success, who is unexpectedly drawn into a time-bending adventure by a cowboy seeking his long-lost daughter from two centuries past. This unique blend of technology and historical quest explores themes of loss, connection, and the impact of choices across time, as the characters navigate their intertwined fates in a richly imagined world.

As the convoy growled and squeaked to a halt in the dark, angry militiamen and soldiers began to shout and wave at the Australians, demanding they move aside. The Brave Ones' vanguard presented as a B-movie vision of some pirate biker gang from Hell, a rat bastard outfit in black tee-shirts, camouflage pants, long hair and bandanas, with axes in their eyes and guns at the ready.The Brave Ones follows the Indonesian Army's Battalion 745 as it withdrew from East Timor after the 1999 independence vote, leaving a trail of devastation in its wake. Birmingham's unflinching account reveals the scorched-earth tactics of the retreating troops, and shows just how close Australia came to armed conflict with Indonesia.

“A seamless fusion of alternate history, postapocalyptic fiction, and espionage-fueled thriller.”—Publishers Weekly When an inexplicable wave of energy slams into North America, the world is plunged into turmoil—as wars erupt, borders vanish, and the great and powerful fall. Against this dramatic backdrop, three very different women navigate the chaos. Deep in a South American jungle, special agent Caitlin Monroe will stop at nothing to discover how a master terrorist escaped a secret detention center in French Guadeloupe to strike a fatal blow in New York City. Sofia Peiraro, a grieving teenager trying to rebuild her life in Kansas City, is drawn back to Texas by a vicious murder. And in the fashionable bars and boutiques of Darwin, the seething, growing freeport in Australia’s deep north, the British-born aristocrat-turned-smuggler Lady Julianne Balwyn hides a pistol in the small of her lovely back. She is hunting for the man who is hunting her. As these women fight for survival, justice, and revenge, humanity itself struggles toward its better angels—and to purge its worst demons. “Birmingham knows how to write action. . . . I enjoy world building stories as well as post-apocalyptic tales. This is definitely a little of both.”—Bill Lawhorn, SFRevu “A rollicking ride . . . fast-paced and thought-provoking.”—The Sun-Herald (Sydney, Australia)

The world changed forever when a massive wave of energy slammed into North America and wiped out 99 percent of the population. As the United States lay in ruins, chaos erupted across the globe. Now, while a skeleton American government tries to reconstruct the nation, swarms of pirates and foreign militias plunder the lawless wasteland where even the president is fair prey. In New York City, armies of heavily armed predators hold sway—and hold off a struggling U.S. military. In Texas, a rogue general bent on secession leads a brutal campaign against immigrants. And in England, a U.S. special ops agent enters a shadow war against a deadly enemy who has made the fight personal. While the president ponders a blitz attack on America’s once greatest city, the forces of order and anarchy wage all-out war for postapocalyptic dominance—and a handful of survivors must decide how far to go to salvage whatever uncertain future awaits . . . after America.

In Kuwait, American forces are locked and loaded for the invasion of Iraq. In Paris, a covert agent is close to cracking a terrorist cell. And just north of the equator, a sailboat manned by a drug runner and a pirate is witness to the unspeakable. In one instant, all around the world, everything will change. A wave of inexplicable energy slams into the continental United States. America as we know it vanishes. From a Texas lawyer who happens to be in the right place at the right time to an engineer in Seattle who becomes his city’s only hope, from a combat journalist trapped in the Middle East to a drug runner off the Mexican coast, Without Warning tells a fast, furious story of survival, violence, and a new, soul-shattering reality.

With nonstop action and a diverse cast of characters, this book offers a thrilling experience that challenges readers to think. Each character brings a unique perspective, enhancing the narrative's depth and complexity. The interplay of their differences adds layers to the story, ensuring a dynamic and engaging read.

The Second World War was turned on its head at the moment Admiral Kolhammer's ultra-modern stealth warships were hurled back through time from 2021. This title deals with this topic.

It's the year 2021, and a quantum military experiment has gone horrifically wrong. A multinational taskforce of ultra-modern warships is transported back to 1945 - right into the path of the US Navy, bound for Midway Atoll. History is rewritten in a flash, and Allied and Axis forces are caught up in a battle to gain the upper hand.

These are the memoirs of 29 year old John Birmingham, who has shared houses and apartments with 89 people and kept notes on all of them.