The Dead Don't Wait
- Reads 64
- Votes 4
- Parts 21
The silence in Ashland was always the worst part. The absence of birdsong, the stillness of the wind-a constant reminder of the life that had been devoured. But lately, the silence is broken by something far more unsettling: whispers. Not the moans of the infected, but hushed rumors of the dead exhibiting new behaviors, acting with a chilling sense of urgency.
For Sheriff Brody, who's seen more than his fair share of horrors in this new world, these tales are a disturbing omen. Something is changing. And whatever it is, it's clear that the dead no longer operate by the old, predictable rules. The dead don't wait. And whatever they're waiting for, it can't be good.
All Rights Reserved
#1
zombiefiction
Join the largest storytelling communityGet personalized story recommendations, save your favourites to your library, and comment and vote to grow your community.
You may also like
IMPAKTO
A piercing noise sweeps across the nation, those who move when it strikes will instantly find their demise, their bodies oozing black liquid and their eyes turning void. Survivors call it the "death whisper." As fear, chaos, and rage spread, Christopher, an ex-military medic tormented by survivor's guilt, finds himself in the middle of it all. Alongside his brother Kevin, a police investigator, and their sister Nichole, a devoted nun, he must fight not only to the dead who rise and the living turn against one another, but also the cruelty of despair. Expect relentless suspense, haunting sacrifices, and a family's desperate struggle to hold on to faith, hope, and one another. Because in this new reality, to move is to die... yet to stand still may unleash a terror far worse. ✨ Sometimes silence is the loudest scream for life. ✨ READY? SET... STOP! ----- ----- ----- IMPAKTO (2025) This is a one-shot novel. A standalone, self-contained, and fully developed short literary work that presents itself in a novel format. Its designed to be read in one setting. Enjoy!🎉Complete
Whispering Death
The car squeaked to a stop. I got out of the car, excited to see the mansion for the first time! My grandparent's old mansion loomed over me. "This will be so much fun!" I remember my grandpa saying. But little did I know that mystery and spirits lurking around the corner waiting to strike. Starting with a great time at the fair and then at a restaurant, things couldn't go better until...I found the mirror. A mirror might seem harmless but is it? Read more to find out my crazy adventures and discoveries. Whispering Death is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat while the drama and the suspense get more and more intriguing.Complete
The Plague(A BWWM Dystopian Novel)
Amazing Cover by ONYXVIXEN I remember the day they came. Our tiny uneventful town lit up with the sounds of gun fire and chaos. It was a massacre that seemed never ending. My family hid in our basement for days waiting for the sounds to end and it to be safe again. They said it was an invasion. That they came to exterminate us. But only a day after the fighting ceased and we were finally safe I found something on my way back from the market. Or rather, someone. A boy. Who became my best friend, until the day they found us and took him away. I was sure I'd never see him again Until one day I did. That was the day that changed everything.Complete
The Story of Midnight
"Who's out there?" One of the men yelled. Of course only silence met them. I remained quiet and waited for the group to start moving again. "Maybe it was just an animal." Someone whispered. The person, who I assumed was the captain of the small squad, signaled for them to walk again. They clearly showed fear as they kept going; brandishing their weapons to guard themselves with. "Two are holding lanterns. I'll tell you when you're too close to them." I heard my friend whisper in my ear. I followed the men as I picked up another branch and waited for the right time to break it. They continued to walk through the forest, turning their heads in every direction as if an animal might lunge at them and rip their throats out. I guess in a way I was going to do that. "Go back a few feet." My friend whispered. I carefully distanced myself from the group and waited. "Where is she?" I quickly snapped the stick as soon as he finished asking the question. They stopped and two soldiers raised their lanterns to shine its light in the darkness. I quickly hid behind a tree before both of them turned where I was. A low frustrated growl came from one of the men, "The girl's playing with us. She's out here following our every move." How paranoia can cloud the mind. At nine years old, Silver decided to leave her village for the forest. Since then, she's been hunted; everyday is a fight for her life, every breath she takes could be her last, but she's determined to stay alive. Her life isn't the kind anyone would want to live but she's managed to survive this long so, what's a few more years?Complete
After Death (Completed)
People fear death for many reasons. For some, the fear of what comes after. The fear of being forgotten. A threat to the meaningfulness of life. Being forced to stop life projects. This was what the world feared before. Now, what we fear is what we become 卂千ㄒ乇尺 ᗪ乇卂ㄒ卄. A suspenseful story told by different characters over the years of the zombie apocalypse from the years 2022-2028. The group consists of high school kids and deals with troubling events in which not everyone survives. It mostly focuses around Ethan Warren's experiences, a dysfunctional leader burdened with the task of keeping the group alive. ⚠Warning⚠ This story contains graphic descriptive content, strong language, and disturbing descriptive images. Intended for mature audiences only Additionally available at @afterdeathoffical and Webnovel Original Story written by Rudolph GasparriniComplete
THE RISKS
"You can't tell me there isn't something here worth risking everything for." [New Adult Apocalyptic Romance] Summary: There are some things that you can't outrun. That becomes all the more obvious when the world is ending, when there's nothing left but the feral creatures that were once people, consumed now by a virus that's made them cannibalistic and ravenous. It might just be easier to end it all, but Claire still has one last thing to fight for. Her younger sister. And she intends to keep her safe, no matter the cost. So, with no other options and her sister in tow, Claire ventures out into the dangers of this new, unforgiving world in search of safety, security, and answers to some long burning questions. The first two things -along with some new, unexpected questions- she finds in an unlikely place: a stranger who she's become indebted to. She has a feeling he can help her answer all her questions, if she can allow herself to fully trust him. Trust, she thinks, is a fragile thing. Humanity, a construct. Love, a weakness. But these are the thoughts of a survivor, and she's beginning to wonder if surviving is all she wants. Maybe she wants to live.
The Permutation
The people of Lancet Falls, Idaho are changing, and it's all because of an otherworldly light that only a few can see, but the changes are affecting everyone. Animals are dying, people are disappearing, and what's with the men in jackets twenty years out of date showing up in the dead of night? A homeless drunk, a twelve year old from the city, a fat extortionist, a high school science teacher, and a reporter are the first to feel its effects. They're able to do things that no human should be able to do, but will it be enough? Will their newfound abilities be enough to save the town from a threat to its very reality? Cover by: @MoodyMooseMouseComplete
Project Terminar
(Book Two of Experiment Number 7218. Do not read this summary or book if you have not read Book One) I listen closely through the static on the radio, trying to hear the emergency broadcasting message. An electronic voice repeated over and over, "This message is transmitted to you through the North Carolina Police Department. It is advised to stay indoors and to remain inside if at all possible. Have enough food for one to two weeks. Do not come in contact with anyone outside of your household. This message is transmitted to you through the North Carolina Police Department." I scoff to myself. I know this will not be over in a mere two weeks. - - - - - Terminar; The Latin word for Terminate. Definition: To bring to an end. Brittany Slater was free. She had finally escaped the island that she now calls Hell. But there were so many loose ends. Why had her father destroyed all of his research? His factory? His life's work? Why had he given her a chance to live? Well, she got her answer. Upon arriving to North Carolina, she was thrown right back into Hell on Earth. Grounders, Savages, what were once innocent people, they now all roam free. Her father told her the Experiment was over, and he was right. It was time for the Project to begin. To take effect. And no one could stop him. He'd turned the world into a pyramid, and he put himself and his own government on top. He'd activated Project Terminar. Warning: Contains graphic content such as blood, gore, violence, and language. Please take notice of the horror tag. Some content may not be suitable for all readers. Thank you.Complete
A piercing noise sweeps across the nation, those who move when it strikes will instantly find their demise, their bodies oozing black liquid and their eyes turning void. Survivors call it the "death whisper." As fear, chaos, and rage spread, Christopher, an ex-military medic tormented by survivor's guilt, finds himself in the middle of it all. Alongside his brother Kevin, a police investigator, and their sister Nichole, a devoted nun, he must fight not only to the dead who rise and the living turn against one another, but also the cruelty of despair. Expect relentless suspense, haunting sacrifices, and a family's desperate struggle to hold on to faith, hope, and one another. Because in this new reality, to move is to die... yet to stand still may unleash a terror far worse. ✨ Sometimes silence is the loudest scream for life. ✨ READY? SET... STOP! ----- ----- ----- IMPAKTO (2025) This is a one-shot novel. A standalone, self-contained, and fully developed short literary work that presents itself in a novel format. Its designed to be read in one setting. Enjoy!🎉
More detailsContent Guidelines