Top 8 Best Warhammer 40k Beginner books - Where to start reading Warhammer 40k

Here is my list of the best entry points into, and some of the best, Warhammer 40k novels that I've read!

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[XDak_]

I think Warhammer is the only series that genuinely encourages gamers to read and I respect it for that alone

[GojoStiglitz]

I didn’t know anything about Warhammer until I randomly download and played Boltgun. The universe peaked my interest which subsequently led me to playing Inquisitor. Had such a blast with that one and it motivated me to start looking up lore via YouTube. I just recently picked up Space Marine 2 and Chaos Gate and now here I am looking for a starting point for solid reading material lol. This universe has got me hooked now.

[Kane.JimLahey.]

Thank you Benjamin. This is such wonderful advice. Exactly what ive been looking for. Gotta get ready for Space Marine 2! Thanks for making this video

[clockwipe]

Thank you so much! I've become a fan after Space Marine 2 so this is gold! Really appreciate this mate. I'm starting with The First Heretic and will move on to the first 3 books of the HH but will definitely get cracking on your recommendations after

[BigFalconar]

Thank you for this list. I luckily got the Eisenhorn omnibus and Night Lords as my first books before watching this. Looking forward to reading them. Your descriptions have also sold me on the rest of your suggestions. As a newcomer, thank you!!

[richardsurridge]

I would recommend Space Wolf book it starts as a book about vikings and though the plot you and the main character Ragnar slowly learn about the wider universe.

[toro_sensei]

Like many recently, space marine 2 got me intrested in the universe, though ive known the name warhammer 40k and seen images of the various space marines i didnt know anything else outside of that, what i found intresting was when you mentioned how rare they are where a normal soldier might never see one in their life it added so much context to the reveal trailer of space marine 2 a couple years ago when the soldiers kneeld to them, but specifically when the one said in a whisper "his angels" in awe, now it makes so much more sense why his reaction was like that

[jovannicorona]

What a great video! Only 4 minutes in and really appreciating the way you describe the books!

[Yakinjacksfishin]

I just got back into reading books in general after 15 years and I started with the twice dead king ruin and loved it!! Just picked up a copy of twice dead king reign very keen. Great video btw

[lyalclough]

Thanks. Very useful list and you do a good job explaining why you recommend them without spoiling them. I'll be picking up some of these.

[Kottery]

I read the Night Lords omnibus earlier this year and not only is it now my favorite set of 40k books they're some of my favorite books period. One of my favorite things the books do is switch perspective to a random Imperium person and hype them up. Start describing them as this great veteran that's fought for the Imperium for the longest time. Nearly half a chapter focused on them...and then they're killed by our "heroes" without any fanfare because they are worthless to the Night Lords. Just one more thing to kill for fun, one more notch on their bolter, or one more head to hang off their armor.

[marcello]

Immediately picked up brothers of the snake because your review intrigued me. Glad I did

[TheShadowbrand]

As someone who immersed myself in fantasy Warhammer for decades, but kept 40k at arm's length, ( still butthurt Dwarves didn't make it tbh ), this video is extremely helpful for me to start dipping my toes in. Thank you.

[indyman_]

Just getting into 40k bit by bit, and looking to start my reading journey soon as I just know that the whole Warhammer universe is something right down my alley. This helped a lot. Cheers!

[darrencobb]

I still have my first novel "Space Marine" from Ian Watson, that was an excellent introduction to the chapters as you follow three boys as they are recruited and become marines.

that being said I am Guard player/fan and as such my favourite 40k novel is Gunheads, with the Cain Novels a close second.

[robertknuckles]

Excellent video. I'm actually going to be jumping into the Warhammer 40K universe next month with the first three Horus Heresy novels on Audible. If those grab my interest, I'll definitely be giving these titles a look in the future.

[ThereWillBeCake]

Thanks for the video. Dawn of war player here and on the new Space Marine 2. Want to read into the universe so this video has been super helpful!

[mysteriousoul]

Great selection of key black library tomes with sufficient diversity to help the new initiates become accustomed to the broader Warhammer 40k universe.
Would also add in Valdor: Birth of the Imperium, and Horus Rising to introduce the 30k Horus Heresy arc too.
If I were to suggest where the new reader should start their journey, I would also suggest Eisenhorn, Ciaphas Cain & Night Lords trilogies for mix of “serious”, hilarious and grim dark proper, respectively.
Look forward to your upcoming book reviews! 🤘🏼

[scottval]

Half way through my first book Brothers of the snake, and I'm absolutely loving it. purely addictive. Next im thinking spear of the emperor.

[markmahler]

Loved this video! Thanks for all the recommendations.

I picked up the Eisenhorn trilogy on a whim last year and loved it. A good ol’ pulpy detective story with all the 40k-ness I could ask for. I’m looking forward to checking out more from Abnett in the future.