Robert McCammon’s Oeuvre - Body of Work

Robert McCammon is one of the defining voices of modern horror and historical fantasy, known for blending the supernatural with deeply human storytelling. Rising to prominence in the 1980s alongside authors like Stephen King and Peter Straub, McCammon carved out a unique space through works such as Swan Song, Boy’s Life, and They Thirst—stories that pair epic scope with emotional intimacy. His later Matthew Corbett series showcases his range, transitioning seamlessly from horror to richly detailed historical adventure while maintaining his trademark tension and heart.

To make it easier to explore his work, we’ve summarized it below. For those who want to dive deeper into his full bibliography and related projects, here are two excellent resources:

We’ve organized McCammon’s catalog into two sections: Books We Have Read by Robert McCammon and Our To Be Read List by Robert McCammon (TBR – Robert McCammon).

“Friends. They really know how to knock you off your pedestal, don’t they?”

— Robert McCammon, Boy's Life

Get to Know The Author - Robert McCammon

Enjoy an eery interview with Robert McCammon as he brings us back to his childhood, the importance of an author’s mindset, and much more.

Step back in time to the 1989 World Fantasy Convention. Hear from young Robert McCammon speak about writing and he reads a chapter from his then-upcoming novel MINE, and then takes questions from the audience.