
A novel by Matt Dinniman
“The emotional experience of reading Dungeon Crawler Carl is a rollercoaster of laughter and tension, where each page turn brings a new, outrageous twist. The atmosphere is both chaotic and whimsical, inviting readers to revel in the absurdity of Carl's world while rooting for his survival. With a blend of humor and heart, the series evokes a sense of camaraderie and resilience, making you feel as if you're right there alongside Carl and Princess Donut in their wild escapades.”
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The apocalypse will be televised! Welcome to the first book in the wildly popular and addictive Dungeon Crawler Carl series—now with bonus material exclusive to this print edition. You know what’s worse than breaking up with your girlfriend? Being stuck with her prize-winning show cat. And you know what’s worse than that? An alien invasion, the destruction of all man-made structures on Earth, and the systematic exploitation of all the survivors for a sadistic intergalactic game show. That’s what. Join Coast Guard vet Carl and his ex-girlfriend’s cat, Princess Donut, as they try to survive the end of the world—or just get to the next level—in a video game–like, trap-filled fantasy dungeon. A dungeon that’s actually the set of a reality television show with countless viewers across the galaxy. Exploding goblins. Magical potions. Deadly, drug-dealing llamas. This ain’t your ordinary game show. Welcome, Crawler. Welcome to the Dungeon. Survival is optional. Keeping the viewers entertained is not. Includes part one of the exclusive bonus story “Backstage at the Pineapple Cabaret.”