Books About Viral Outbreaks

The Best Viral Outbreaks Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about viral outbreaks? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Zombie Chasers
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Our 3 Favorite Books About Viral Outbreaks

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010

The Zombie Chasers

By John Kloepfer, Steve Wolfhard (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Zombie Chasers series

A sleepover turns into chaos as kids face a zombie outbreak.

206 pages· 27,137 words· Est. 4 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 1,073 ratings
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Summary: Zack Clarke's sleepover spirals into chaos when a zombie outbreak hits his neighborhood. With his sister turned undead and his house in ruins, Zack teams up with his sister's friend Madison and his nerdy pal Rice. Together, they must navigate the mayhem and find a way to stop the flesh-eating horde. Can these unlikely heroes survive the night and save their town, or will they become the next victims of the zombie apocalypse? Dive into a hilarious, gore-filled adventure where every moment is a fight for survival.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025

Cold Blood

By S.J. Wills · Book #3 in the Bite Risk series

A new illness threatens, and suspicion spreads faster than fever.

288 pages· 60,438 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 44 ratings
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Summary: Sel Archer faces a chilling new threat as a mysterious illness spreads through Tremorglade. With his newfound Ripper abilities, Sel must navigate suspicion and fear to find a cure. As the town turns against him, can Sel and his friends stop the Frozen Fever before it transforms them all into something monstrous? The clock is ticking, and the stakes have never been higher.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

Caught Dead

By S.J. Wills · Book #2 in the Bite Risk series

A new threat rises on Howl Night, targeting Rippers. Can Sel stop it before it's too late?

320 pages· 65,873 words· Est. 9 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 119 ratings
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Summary: Sel Archer faces a new terror in Tremorglade as Rippers are mysteriously attacked on Howl Nights. With his friends gone and a sinister force threatening to control the Rippers, Sel must team up with Ingrid and Mika to unravel the mystery. As rumors of an unkillable beast spread, the stakes are higher than ever. Can they uncover the truth before their world falls under the power of something unstoppable and possibly undead? The clock is ticking, and the fate of Tremorglade hangs in the balance.
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