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The Infected Dead #6
Buried for Now
A zombie apocalypse was a ridiculous idea to people who were making plans to survive the end of the world. Everyone thought it would be a nuclear war, but when a virus destroyed civilization and contaminated the environment, survivors were left to forage for food and shelter. This is the continuing story of a handful of survivors who came together by chance and discovered a network of government funded shelters built to ensure the survival of politicians and important people.
From the coast of South Carolina and the historic city of Charleston to New Orleans and the oil rigs in the Gulf of Mexico, north to Columbus, Ohio and cities in between, civilization is in ruins. Shelters are discovered and inhabited, but survival now means fighting the evil that man can become, as well as the infected dead and the dangers of mutations in a runaway environment. The survivors fight to take back the world, but they find as long as there are living people, there will always be a fresh supply of the infected. The war may already be lost as mankind slowly vanishes.
From the coast of South Carolina and the historic city of Charleston to New Orleans and the oil rigs in the Gulf of Mexico, north to Columbus, Ohio and cities in between, civilization is in ruins. Shelters are discovered and inhabited, but survival now means fighting the evil that man can become, as well as the infected dead and the dangers of mutations in a runaway environment. The survivors fight to take back the world, but they find as long as there are living people, there will always be a fresh supply of the infected. The war may already be lost as mankind slowly vanishes.
- GenresAudiobookScience Fiction
536 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 13, 2019
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About the author
Bob Howard
15 books64 followersMeet the Charleston, South Carolina Author
The author Bob Howard (1951-) was born in New Jersey to parents who met in Germany during WW II. His father was from Ohio and his ancestors were from the UK. His mother was born in Romania. He grew up as an Army dependent, and lived overseas in Germany and Okinawa for most of his childhood.
Bob is a veteran of both the Navy and the Air Force and was stationed in Charleston, South Carolina. He fell in love with the city and made it his home. As a graduate of the College of Charleston (1978) with a degree in Psychology, he has worked in the field of social services. Bob has lived and worked in Charleston, South Carolina for 25 years then moved to Columbia, South Carolina because of a promotion with his job for the last ten years. Bob will retire soon and will live in Charleston, South Carolina to be near his children.
Bob and his wife Dawn (College of Charleston 1979) have been married 31 years and raised a son and a daughter both born in Charleston, SC. Bob has finally reached a time when he can enjoy writing, and the zombie apocalypse is his favorite genre.
Bob Howard's passion has always been writing. Bob's book, Alive for Now (http://www.realbobhoward.com/), is his first installment to the science fiction post apocalyptic genre, and he wants nothing more than to know that his readers enjoy his work.
The author Bob Howard (1951-) was born in New Jersey to parents who met in Germany during WW II. His father was from Ohio and his ancestors were from the UK. His mother was born in Romania. He grew up as an Army dependent, and lived overseas in Germany and Okinawa for most of his childhood.
Bob is a veteran of both the Navy and the Air Force and was stationed in Charleston, South Carolina. He fell in love with the city and made it his home. As a graduate of the College of Charleston (1978) with a degree in Psychology, he has worked in the field of social services. Bob has lived and worked in Charleston, South Carolina for 25 years then moved to Columbia, South Carolina because of a promotion with his job for the last ten years. Bob will retire soon and will live in Charleston, South Carolina to be near his children.
Bob and his wife Dawn (College of Charleston 1979) have been married 31 years and raised a son and a daughter both born in Charleston, SC. Bob has finally reached a time when he can enjoy writing, and the zombie apocalypse is his favorite genre.
Bob Howard's passion has always been writing. Bob's book, Alive for Now (http://www.realbobhoward.com/), is his first installment to the science fiction post apocalyptic genre, and he wants nothing more than to know that his readers enjoy his work.
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March 24, 2020
Wow... that Maybank is a twat!
This was good! I love the new addition to the MI family.
This was good! I love the new addition to the MI family.
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May 23, 2024
I like the way Bob Howard writes transitions between storylines. He builds up tension very well, especially with the growing mega hoard going somewhere for some reason. I'm very sad about Sam passing. I also miss the main crew, especially Ed's narrative in this novel, but the other perspectives are also very good. I would've liked to have little Josh in the story more besides a few mentions. Seeing as the kid is 6 here and we know nothing about him.
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December 18, 2019
Wow! This book is very well written. I have read hundreds of zombie/horror books over the years but none had my heart pounding as much as this book. Surprises and twists that I never saw coming. Bob Howard has obviously put a great deal of thought into the post- apocalyptic horrors. These scenarios are almost as terrifying, if not worse, than zombies. The stuff of nightmares, because they are all too real and logical.
May 1, 2020
A must read for zombie book lovers
I reviewed the first book and gave it a good review. Now 5 more books into it, I am thrilled and I don’t want it to end. The family in the series may not be related but are truly a growing family. The author has given me a vested interest in their welfare. I am a 68 year old grandma who loves to read and this series has my complete attention. I am ready to start reading number 7 on our long car trip back to Ohio from Florida where we are snowbirds. Hopefully there will be a number 8.
I reviewed the first book and gave it a good review. Now 5 more books into it, I am thrilled and I don’t want it to end. The family in the series may not be related but are truly a growing family. The author has given me a vested interest in their welfare. I am a 68 year old grandma who loves to read and this series has my complete attention. I am ready to start reading number 7 on our long car trip back to Ohio from Florida where we are snowbirds. Hopefully there will be a number 8.
December 18, 2025
Amazing series
The captivating book series has been an absolute page-turner from the very first installment to this sixth volume. Each book has been so engaging that I found myself completely immersed, reading through the entire narrative in a single, breathless sitting. The latest book was particularly intense, keeping me on the edge of my seat and holding my breath throughout the entire reading experience. The author's storytelling prowess has consistently delivered a gripping and compelling narrative that makes it impossible to put the book down.
The captivating book series has been an absolute page-turner from the very first installment to this sixth volume. Each book has been so engaging that I found myself completely immersed, reading through the entire narrative in a single, breathless sitting. The latest book was particularly intense, keeping me on the edge of my seat and holding my breath throughout the entire reading experience. The author's storytelling prowess has consistently delivered a gripping and compelling narrative that makes it impossible to put the book down.
June 9, 2025
This is book #6 in the Infected Dead series and it was my least favorite but it was still 4 star worthy...mostly for the satisfying ending.
There were just too many new people introduced. When listening to the audio sometimes this causes unnecessary thigh high weeds to manage....not my favorite when it is a busy day at work.
There were just too many new people introduced. When listening to the audio sometimes this causes unnecessary thigh high weeds to manage....not my favorite when it is a busy day at work.
March 1, 2019
Buried for now
Absolutely the best zombies series ever. Love the characters and how they interact and grow. I just can’t get enough. The only downside is waiting for the next one. Hope it’s not too long.
Absolutely the best zombies series ever. Love the characters and how they interact and grow. I just can’t get enough. The only downside is waiting for the next one. Hope it’s not too long.
March 7, 2019
Buried for now
This was the most excellent and believable series I have read. I have recommended it to anyone who would listen to me. The characters were so real and I felt like I was beside them all the way.
The ending was bittersweet. Thank you for keeping me entertained.
This was the most excellent and believable series I have read. I have recommended it to anyone who would listen to me. The characters were so real and I felt like I was beside them all the way.
The ending was bittersweet. Thank you for keeping me entertained.
May 1, 2019
Great
I love this series. Not one book has been boring. My interest was held from book one through this latest book and I can't wait for the next one. Very good, knowledgeable writing.
I love this series. Not one book has been boring. My interest was held from book one through this latest book and I can't wait for the next one. Very good, knowledgeable writing.
May 18, 2019
Awesome
I have enjoyed every new book in this series “The Infected Dead” I have lived in North Carolina for a short spell, his love of this part of the U.S. makes me want to move back...sans the Infected of course...can’t wait for the next installment! Thank you Mr. Howard
I have enjoyed every new book in this series “The Infected Dead” I have lived in North Carolina for a short spell, his love of this part of the U.S. makes me want to move back...sans the Infected of course...can’t wait for the next installment! Thank you Mr. Howard
April 19, 2019
Different take on zombie apocolypse
I absolutely loved this series. The characters felt real and the shelters idea was a total twist to the zombie genre.I hope Mr Howard will revisit this series with new folks, New shelters, and our favorite characters from books 1 through 6
I absolutely loved this series. The characters felt real and the shelters idea was a total twist to the zombie genre.I hope Mr Howard will revisit this series with new folks, New shelters, and our favorite characters from books 1 through 6
August 17, 2019
Not as good as the rest of the series. I really loved all the other books in the series. This book felt disjointed and just did not live up to rest of the series. Not a horrible story just not on the same level that I have come to expect from this author.
November 18, 2019
Love this series
Totally awesome. The shelters that only rich rich can afford,are already done. Hopefully people like Ed, Chief, Tom, Jean , Kathy and Molly. Will be there to help real people. Want more,of this series.
Totally awesome. The shelters that only rich rich can afford,are already done. Hopefully people like Ed, Chief, Tom, Jean , Kathy and Molly. Will be there to help real people. Want more,of this series.
April 29, 2023
This one went by really fast for me. It was fast paced and again heroes are found without thought.
Loved the dedication to 'old' friends and the willingness to make new friends. Time is of the essence and saying goodbye and parting ways can't come soon enough.
Loved the dedication to 'old' friends and the willingness to make new friends. Time is of the essence and saying goodbye and parting ways can't come soon enough.
February 21, 2019
Great series
Awesome series, I am from the Myrtle Beach area I have been to the places he uses in his books, he is spot on, can’t wait for the next book!
Awesome series, I am from the Myrtle Beach area I have been to the places he uses in his books, he is spot on, can’t wait for the next book!
March 17, 2019
Brilliant as usual
Thank you bob Howard for an excellent read once again. Hope there will be a book 7 in the series
Thank you bob Howard for an excellent read once again. Hope there will be a book 7 in the series
March 28, 2019
Really Enjoyed
This series is really good. I'm hoping that there will be a book 7... Thank you so much, Bob Howard!!!
This series is really good. I'm hoping that there will be a book 7... Thank you so much, Bob Howard!!!
May 5, 2019
Great series
Holy cow I've read more books about the "infected" and this is by far tops . I put it right up there with the Greenfield series, such awesome reads!!
Holy cow I've read more books about the "infected" and this is by far tops . I put it right up there with the Greenfield series, such awesome reads!!
May 9, 2019
Good Story Line
I enjoyed how this series allowed you to see the apocalypse from the perspective of several groups while still tying together
I enjoyed how this series allowed you to see the apocalypse from the perspective of several groups while still tying together
September 4, 2019
Great series
I enjoyed every character In this book.
It all tied together very well.
I recommend this series.
I would like more books in this series
I enjoyed every character In this book.
It all tied together very well.
I recommend this series.
I would like more books in this series
September 24, 2019
Each shelter has a story
survival isn't easy and I am still waiting for The big plan or cure, just saying. The title says it all, next!
survival isn't easy and I am still waiting for The big plan or cure, just saying. The title says it all, next!
December 31, 2019
Excellent read
There are multiple story lines that weave together as one. Many years are covered with no real sense of time.
There are multiple story lines that weave together as one. Many years are covered with no real sense of time.
January 30, 2020
Great book Great series! On to book 7 the final in the series.
February 20, 2020
I have read all of this series and it’s amazing. Bob Howard style of writing is so easy to read. The Chief is an amazing character
July 6, 2020
Another series I've enjoyed.
August 4, 2020
Good story telling
Good book enjoyed all so far. I would recommend reading it if you like the walking dead type books. Thanks
Good book enjoyed all so far. I would recommend reading it if you like the walking dead type books. Thanks
February 22, 2022
The books just get better as I go up in number
The characters become real and you become enthralled with them. Im going to hate getting to the end of the series, but for now I’m going to keep reading.
The characters become real and you become enthralled with them. Im going to hate getting to the end of the series, but for now I’m going to keep reading.
February 20, 2024
Hooked!
What a ride! I love these books. Can't help but love the Mud Island family! Cannot wait to read more!
What a ride! I love these books. Can't help but love the Mud Island family! Cannot wait to read more!
August 5, 2025
Still good wondering where they are going with the rest of the series
August 18, 2019
I Wish I Was Better At Writing Reviews
I'm a terrible reviewer. I always come up short of what I want to say, I am a run-on sentence bandit, and it leads to worry that my incompetence will reflect on the author. This author, THESE books, are worth the pain because they deserve praise, & I genuinely want others to discover the world Bob Howard has brought to life. I read a book a day at least, varying genres, but dystopian/survival/end of the world are my favorite & I've read (it sometimes feels like) almost all of them. For new fixes I have to carefully sort through the new ones releasednin Kindle store. From the first book to (I sincerely hope it isn't the last) Buried for Now, I've been hooked. The characters, I could rave for hours about how funny the banter is and Howard's time spent creating individuals with personalities that are so perfectly fleshed out & intricately crafted with their own pasts & agendas that you instantly have a connection with all of them. The survival strategies (so many I'd never thought of myself or read in hundreds of other books) Brilliant plots surrounding struggles & trials that again, I'm impressed by how they've been presented in his writing. The zombies though. I could give 5 stars on the zombies alone. Zombies (ahem Infected) that are scary from first page to the last, every book. Deaths, with all the details and gore. It's that kind of stuff that makes the struggle of survival hit home. Howard took the generic end of the world zombie apocalypse and gave it new life. Plus, you can't help but become a better survivalist after reading this series. So, if you like being alive, for now, click the buy now. ;)
I'm a terrible reviewer. I always come up short of what I want to say, I am a run-on sentence bandit, and it leads to worry that my incompetence will reflect on the author. This author, THESE books, are worth the pain because they deserve praise, & I genuinely want others to discover the world Bob Howard has brought to life. I read a book a day at least, varying genres, but dystopian/survival/end of the world are my favorite & I've read (it sometimes feels like) almost all of them. For new fixes I have to carefully sort through the new ones releasednin Kindle store. From the first book to (I sincerely hope it isn't the last) Buried for Now, I've been hooked. The characters, I could rave for hours about how funny the banter is and Howard's time spent creating individuals with personalities that are so perfectly fleshed out & intricately crafted with their own pasts & agendas that you instantly have a connection with all of them. The survival strategies (so many I'd never thought of myself or read in hundreds of other books) Brilliant plots surrounding struggles & trials that again, I'm impressed by how they've been presented in his writing. The zombies though. I could give 5 stars on the zombies alone. Zombies (ahem Infected) that are scary from first page to the last, every book. Deaths, with all the details and gore. It's that kind of stuff that makes the struggle of survival hit home. Howard took the generic end of the world zombie apocalypse and gave it new life. Plus, you can't help but become a better survivalist after reading this series. So, if you like being alive, for now, click the buy now. ;)
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