The New Dead

Max Brooks is an American author and screenwriter best known for his work in the horror and zombie apocalypse genres. He is the son of legendary comedian Mel Brooks and actress Anne Bancroft. Brooks gained widespread acclaim for his novel "World War Z: An Oral History of the Zombie War," which was adapted into a successful film starring Brad Pitt. His writing style is characterized by its realistic and detailed exploration of societal collapse in the face of a global catastrophe. Brooks has made significant contributions to the zombie genre, redefining the genre with his unique approach to storytelling and world-building. In addition to "World War Z," Brooks has also written other successful books such as "The Zombie Survival Guide" and "The Harlem Hellfighters."