If you’re a fan of the quirky humor, darkly comedic take on the supernatural, and lovable chaos of What We Do in the Shadows, you’re in for a treat! Here are some books that bring a similar mix of wit, absurdity, and supernatural fun to the page. Whether you’re craving vampire mischief, paranormal antics, or just a good laugh, these books are perfect picks.
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1. Good Omens by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett
This comedic masterpiece about an angel and a demon teaming up to stop the apocalypse is packed with clever humor and unforgettable characters. Fans of the show’s absurdity and heart will feel right at home.
Good Omens
An angel and a demon—longtime acquaintances with a shared appreciation for Earth—team up to stop the apocalypse in this wildly clever, laugh-out-loud fantasy. Packed with sharp humor, absurd situations, and surprisingly heartfelt moments, Good Omens turns the end of the world into a delightfully chaotic adventure.
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2. The Radleys by Matt Haig
A suburban family of abstaining vampires struggles with their true nature. Witty, satirical, and delightfully awkward, it’s like What We Do in the Shadows set in the burbs.
The Radleys
A seemingly ordinary suburban family is hiding a not-so-ordinary secret—they’re vampires trying very hard not to be. When temptation and truth collide, their carefully controlled lives unravel in darkly funny and painfully relatable ways. The Radleys blends dry humor with sharp social satire, turning everyday family drama into something deliciously strange.
3. Fangs by Sarah Andersen
A charming graphic novel about the romance between a vampire and a werewolf, filled with laugh-out-loud moments and relatable supernatural humor.
Fangs
A vampire and a werewolf fall in love in this charming, bite-sized graphic novel that captures the humor and awkwardness of supernatural relationships. Through short, witty comics, Fangs turns immortal quirks and everyday moments into something sweet, funny, and surprisingly relatable.
4. The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix
What happens when a book club of Southern moms takes on a charming, mysterious new neighbor who may (or may not) be a vampire? A hilarious and creepy ride that’s as much about friendships as it is about the undead.
The Southern Book Club s Guide to Slaying Vampires
A Southern book club obsessed with true crime finds itself facing a real monster when a charming newcomer arrives in town. As suspicion grows, one woman must convince her friends of the truth—before it’s too late.
5. Fred, the Vampire Accountant by Drew Hayes
Meet Fred, a mild-mannered accountant who happens to be a vampire. This series is lighthearted, fun, and brimming with oddball characters and paranormal misadventures.
Fred, The Vampire Accountant
Fred was just an ordinary accountant—until he woke up as a vampire. Instead of embracing chaos, he sticks to spreadsheets, routine, and a surprisingly wholesome approach to the supernatural world. This lighthearted series blends quirky humor, found family, and paranormal misadventures, proving you don’t have to be terrifying to survive the night.
6. Vampires in the Lemon Grove by Karen Russell
This collection of short stories includes a vampire tale that’s just as quirky and poignant as it is memorable. A literary take on supernatural oddities.
Vampires in the Lemon Grove
In this imaginative collection, the supernatural slips into the everyday in strange and unexpected ways—including a pair of vampires with an unusual craving. Blending dark humor with literary depth, these stories explore longing, identity, and the quiet absurdities of being human… or not.
7. Bloodsucking Fiends by Christopher Moore
A funny, irreverent story about a young woman who wakes up as a vampire and enlists a night-shift worker to help her navigate her new life. Moore’s trademark humor will appeal to What We Do in the Shadows fans.
Bloodsucking Fiends: A Love Story
When a late-night grocery clerk crosses paths with a newly turned vampire, his ordinary life takes a sharp turn into chaos. Fast-paced, irreverent, and packed with offbeat humor, this story blends romance and absurdity as its unlikely duo navigates the strange realities of undead life.
8. You Suck by Christopher Moore
The sequel to Bloodsucking Fiends, this book continues the absurd adventures of its hapless, undead protagonists.
You Suck: A Love Story
The chaos continues as newly turned vampires try to navigate undead life without completely losing control. Packed with sharp humor, ridiculous situations, and a cast of delightfully unhinged characters, this sequel leans all the way into the absurd—where survival is messy, relationships are complicated, and nothing goes according to plan.
9. Gideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir
While not about vampires, this darkly funny book about necromancers in space brims with sardonic humor and bizarre, lovable characters.
Gideon the Ninth
A foul-mouthed swordswoman and a necromancer she’d rather avoid are forced into a deadly alliance inside a crumbling, gothic palace. Packed with dark humor, bizarre trials, and a cast of unforgettable characters, Gideon the Ninth blends sci-fi and fantasy into a sharp, chaotic, and wildly entertaining ride.
10. The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova
A richly atmospheric and intellectual take on vampire lore, with dark humor and a sprawling, gothic plot that’s perfect for fans of the show’s classic vampire aesthetic.
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The Historian
A mysterious book and a series of hidden letters draw a young woman into a decades-spanning search for the truth behind Dracula’s legend. Rich with history, folklore, and slow-building tension, The Historian blends scholarly intrigue with gothic atmosphere, creating a haunting and immersive journey across Europe.
11. Pride and Prejudice and Zombies by Seth Grahame-Smith
What if Elizabeth Bennet fought zombies instead of societal norms? This mashup of classic literature and supernatural chaos delivers campy, action-packed fun.
Pride and Prejudice and Zombies
Jane Austen’s classic gets a delightfully chaotic twist as Elizabeth Bennet balances social expectations with zombie-slaying skills. Blending sharp wit, romance, and undead mayhem, this mashup turns drawing-room drama into a fast-paced, tongue-in-cheek adventure.
12. Undead and Unwed by MaryJanice Davidson
A light and funny romance about a recently turned vampire navigating her new undead life. It’s full of laugh-out-loud moments and sassy dialogue.
Undead and Unwed
After an untimely death and an even more inconvenient resurrection, Betsy finds herself navigating life as a newly minted vampire—with zero interest in playing by the rules. Snarky, fast-paced, and full of sass, this story leans into humor, romance, and the chaos of suddenly being undead.
13. Carpe Jugulum by Terry Pratchett
Part of the Discworld series, this satirical take on vampires invading a small kingdom is full of biting humor and clever commentary.
Carpe Jugulum
When a group of dangerously modern vampires arrives in a quiet kingdom, the witches of Discworld are forced to confront a threat that doesn’t follow the old rules. Sharp, satirical, and full of biting humor, Carpe Jugulum delivers a clever twist on vampire lore with Terry Pratchett’s signature wit.
14. Soulless by Gail Carriger
In a steampunk Victorian London, Alexia Tarabotti, a preternatural without a soul, navigates vampires, werewolves, and tea scandals. A delightful blend of humor and paranormal intrigue.
Soulless
In a steampunk Victorian London teeming with vampires and werewolves, Alexia Tarabotti stands out for one inconvenient reason—she has no soul. When a mysterious murder pulls her into a web of supernatural intrigue, wit and scandal follow close behind. Clever, stylish, and delightfully irreverent, Soulless blends paranormal mystery with sharp humor and a touch of romance.
15. The Gilda Stories by Jewelle Gomez
This unique take on vampire lore spans decades, mixing dark humor, social commentary, and a strong narrative voice.
The Gilda Stories
Beginning in the 1850s and unfolding across decades, this unconventional vampire story follows Gilda as she builds a life on her own terms. Thoughtful, character-driven, and quietly powerful, it reimagines immortality through themes of identity, community, and what it means to truly belong.
Why These Books?
The heart of What We Do in the Shadows lies in its ability to make supernatural beings feel hilariously human while delivering absurd yet relatable comedy. These books capture that same essence, blending humor, charm, and paranormal chaos.
