If you thought the Five Nights at Freddy’s horror lived only in the games and movies, you haven’t met the books yet. The FNAF novel universe is massive, terrifying, and surprisingly deep. With multiple series, anthologies, graphic novels, and interactive books, it’s easy to feel lost in Freddy Fazbear’s twisted lore.
This is the ultimate, up-to-date reading order that thousands of fans use to avoid confusion and get the full nightmare experience.
Why Read the FNAF Books in Order?
- The stories connect to the games (and sometimes reveal canon details Scott Cawthon never put in the games).
- Later books reference earlier ones heavily.
- You’ll avoid major spoilers and timeline headaches.
- Some series are canon, some are “in-universe fiction,” and some sit in a gray area—knowing the order helps you separate them.
Let’s break it down series by series.
Complete List of All FNAF Books in Order by Series
Below is the most up-to-date complete list of all Five Nights at Freddy’s (FNAF) books as of December 2025, organized by major series. Each table lists books in publication order with release years. Graphic novel adaptations are separated as sub-series. Guides and movie tie-ins are at the end.
1. Original Trilogy
| # | Title | Release Year |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Silver Eyes | 2015 |
| 2 | The Twisted Ones | 2017 |
| 3 | The Fourth Closet | 2018 |
1a. Original Trilogy Graphic Novels
| # | Title | Release Year |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Silver Eyes | 2020 |
| 2 | The Twisted Ones | 2021 |
| 3 | The Fourth Closet | 2022 |
2. Fazbear Frights (12 Main Books)
| # | Title | Release Year |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Into the Pit | 2019 |
| 2 | Fetch | 2020 |
| 3 | 1:35 A.M. | 2020 |
| 4 | Step Closer | 2020 |
| 5 | Bunny Call | 2020 |
| 6 | Blackbird | 2021 |
| 7 | The Cliffs | 2021 |
| 8 | Gumdrop Angel | 2021 |
| 9 | The Puppet Carver | 2021 |
| 10 | Friendly Face | 2021 |
| 11 | Prankster | 2021 |
| 12 | Felix the Shark | 2022 |
2a. Fazbear Frights Graphic Novels
| # | Title | Release Year |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Volume 1 | 2022 |
| 2 | Volume 2 | 2023 |
| 3 | Volume 3 | 2023 |
| 4 | Volume 4 | 2024 |
| 5 | Volume 5 | 2024 |
3. Tales from the Pizzaplex (9+ Main Books)
| # | Title | Release Year |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lally’s Game | 2022 |
| 2 | HAPPS | 2022 |
| 3 | Somniphobia | 2022/2023 |
| 4 | Submechanophobia | 2023 |
| 5 | The Bobbiedots Conclusion | 2023 |
| 6 | Nexie | 2023 |
| 7 | Tiger Rock | 2023 |
| 8 | B7-2 | 2023/2024 |
| 9 | Secret of the Mimic | 2025 |
3a. Tales from the Pizzaplex Graphic Novels
| # | Title | Release Year |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Volume 1 | 2025 |
| 2 | Volume 2 | 2025 |
| 3 | Volume 3 | 2026 |
4. Interactive Novels (Complete Trilogy)
| # | Title | Release Year |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Week Before | 2024 |
| 2 | Return to the Pit | 2025 |
| 3 | Escape the Pizzaplex | 2025 |
5. Guidebooks & Reference Books
| Title | Release Year |
|---|---|
| The Freddy Files | 2017 |
| Survival Logbook | 2017 |
| The Freddy Files Updated Edition | 2021 |
| The Ultimate Guide | 2022 |
| The Security Breach Files | 2022 |
| Official Character Encyclopedia | 2023 |
| The Security Breach Files (Updated) | 2024 |
| The Ultimate Guide Version 2.0 | 2025 |
6. Movie Tie-In Novels
| # | Title | Release Year |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Official Movie Novel | 2024 |
| 2 | Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 Novel | 2026 (Upcoming) |
FNAF Books In Order: The Complete Reading Guide for Every Fan (Updated 2025)
1. The Original Silver Eyes Trilogy (2015–2019) – The Perfect Starting Point
This is where the book universe began. Written by Scott Cawthon and Kira Breed-Wrisley.
- Five Nights at Freddy’s: The Silver Eyes (2015)
- Five Nights at Freddy’s: The Twisted Ones (2017)
- Five Nights at Freddy’s: The Fourth Closet (2018)
Bonus: The Silver Eyes Graphic Novel (2019), The Twisted Ones Graphic Novel (2021), The Fourth Closet Graphic Novel (2022)
These are loosely connected to the games but take place in an alternate universe. Start here if you want a classic FNAF novel feel.
2. Fazbear Frights Anthology Series (2019–2022) – 12 Books of Pure Nightmare Fuel
Short story collections that feel like creepypastas inside the FNAF world. Each book has three stories plus an epilogue that ties into the “Stitchwraith” arc.
Read them strictly in number order:
- Into the Pit
- Fetch
- 1:35AM
- Step Closer
- Bunny Call
- Blackbird
- The Cliffs
- Gumdrop Angel
- The Man in Room 1280
- Friendly Face
- Prankster
- Felix the Shark (April 2022)
The epilogues form one continuous story that ends with a massive lore drop many fans consider canon-adjacent.
3. Tales from the Pizzaplex (2022–2024) – The New Main Series
The spiritual successor to Fazbear Frights. Eight books, three stories each, plus epilogues that build another huge overarching plot.
- Lally’s Game (2022)
- HAPPS (2022)
- Somniphobia (2022)
- Submechanophobia (2023)
- The Bobbiedots Conclusion (2023)
- Nexie (2023)
- Tiger Rock (2024)
- B7-2 (2024) – the grand finale
These are darker, weirder, and even more connected to modern FNAF games (Security Breach, Help Wanted, Ruin DLC).
4. Interactive Novels & Special Books
- Five Nights at Freddy’s: Return to the Pit (2024) – Interactive time-travel horror novel (choose-your-own-adventure style).
- The Week Before (2024) – A prequel novel to the original FNAF 1 game starring Ralph the phone guy.
- VIP (2025) – Brand-new interactive novel released just weeks ago. Considered a direct sequel to Return to the Pit.
5. The Official Guides & Companions
These aren’t novels but are essential for hardcore fans:
- Five Nights at Freddy’s: The Freddy Files (2017) → Updated Edition (2021) → The Security Breach Files (2022) → The Security Breach Files: Updated Edition (2023)
- The Official Five Nights at Freddy’s Survival Logbook (2017)
- How to Draw Five Nights at Freddy’s (2024)
Recommended Reading Orders (Choose Your Path)
New Reader? Start Here (Most Popular Path)
- Silver Eyes Trilogy
- Fazbear Frights #1–12
- Tales from the Pizzaplex #1–8
- Return to the Pit → The Week Before → VIP
Want the “Full Canon Experience” Fast?
Skip straight to Fazbear Frights and Tales from the Pizzaplex—these contain the most lore revelations that tie into Security Breach and beyond.
Graphic Novel Fan?
Read the Silver Eyes graphic novels after the original trilogy for stunning visuals of the same story.
Quick FAQ
Q: Do I have to read the books to understand the FNAF lore? A: No, but you’ll miss huge chunks—especially about the Mimic, Burntrap’s origins, and the Stitchwraith.
Q: Which series is actually canon? A: Scott has said the novels are in their own continuity, but Fazbear Frights and Tales from the Pizzaplex contain “canon-adjacent” stories and directly influenced Security Breach and the Ruin DLC.
Q: Is there a new book coming in 2025–2026? A: Nothing officially announced yet, but Scott almost never stops. Stay tuned!
Final Tip
Bookmark this page—new FNAF books drop without warning, and the lore never sleeps.
Which series are you starting with tonight? Drop your favorite FNAF book moment in the comments—let’s scream about it together.
(And remember: It’s all just pizza… right?) 🍕🐻
Happy reading, and whatever you do… don’t blink.
