BOOKS

Appendix N File: Espionage & Action Thriller Books is your go-to library of novels that fuel modern spycraft and high-stakes adventure at the game table. Just as Gary Gygax’s original Appendix N guided the creation of Dungeons & Dragons, this collection highlights the must-read books that inspire espionage RPGs like Night’s Black Agents, Delta Green, Top Secret, and beyond.

Here you’ll find Cold War classics, pulse-pounding techno-thrillers, and gritty tales of covert operations from authors like John le Carré, Robert Ludlum, Tom Clancy, and Len Deighton. These works deliver the mood, tension, and tradecraft you need to create unforgettable missions in your roleplaying campaigns.

Whether you’re looking for authentic spy fiction, fast-paced thrillers, or stories that blur the line between conspiracy and action, the Appendix N File: Books is designed to spark ideas and bring cinematic espionage to your table.