Shift (2026)

Overview

Shift — this is a science fiction novel written by Hugh Howey, which is a prequel to the Silo book series, particularly to "Wool." The novel is set in the future, approximately fifty years before the events of "Wool," and tells the beginning of the Silo story. The novel reveals the secrets that lie at the foundation of this underground colony, where people try to survive in post-apocalyptic conditions. Shift is part of a trilogy that consists of "Wool," "Shift," and "Dust."

Franchise chronology

• Silo (2011) — the first novel in the series, which became the basis for the adaptation on Apple TV.
• Shift (2026) — a prequel to the series, telling the initial events of the Silo.
• Dust (2012) — the third novel in the series, which concludes the story of the Silo.