New Dungeon Crawler Carl book: A Parade of Horribles

The world of Dungeon Crawler Carl continues to expand with the launch of the new book titled A Parade of Horribles, released on May 12, 2026. The book is accompanied by a new audiobook version, narrated by the well-known storyteller Jeff Hays.

About the book and audiobook

A Parade of Horribles is the latest entry in the popular Dungeon Crawler Carl series, written by Matt Dinniman. The audiobook is a major addition, with Hays bringing the various characters to life, enriching the experience for listeners. Hays has developed a distinctive style that fits the books’ humor and themes perfectly.

Introducing Quasar

In this book, Quasar is introduced: a fast-talking alien lawyer who first appears in the fifth book, The Butcher's Masquerade. Dinniman describes Quasar as his favorite character in the series. He asked Hays to portray Quasar with a New York-like accent, giving the character a recognizable and lively delivery.

Matt Dinniman’s future plans

Matt Dinniman has said he plans to make a legal drama starring aliens after wrapping up the Dungeon Crawler Carl series. The idea grew out of his creative process around Quasar, who could inspire a future spin-off. There is also a Crocodile graphic novel spin-off planned for March 2027, showing Dinniman’s intent to expand the universe.

With the Dungeon Crawler Carl series likely to reach ten books, an upcoming TV adaptation is also on the way to the streaming service Peacock. Dinniman is steering the future of his creation with this massive expansion in mind, which could lead to more stories and characters in the same world.

In short, the new book and audiobook deliver another adventure in the Dungeon Crawler Carl universe, with new characters and future projects that will keep fans hooked. Dinniman’s approach to combining worldbuilding and character development is clear in his recent releases, adding to the series’ popularity.