Monthly roundup of new and forthcoming speculative fiction books

(The Last Kids on Earth #10)
The highly anticipated 10th book in the #1 New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling series, with over ten million copies in print! Jack and Quint are trapped in the Monster Dimension! Their mission: prevent Rezzoch the Ancient, Destructor of Worlds, from reaching Earth and annihilating civilization. To do this, they must secure an audience with a creature more mysterious than any other. It's a race against time—and a race through the monster dimension! But before they can get back home to June and Dirk, Jack will find himself in a confrontation that will change everything. . . . [read more]
Science FictionYoung AdultHorror

(The Lost Bride Trilogy #3)
The #1 New York Times-bestselling author concludes her compelling Lost Bride trilogy as two women—one dead, one alive—prepare for a terrifying final showdown… Long ago, Arthur Poole built a grand house overlooking the turbulent ocean, in a Maine village that bore his name. Today, Sonya MacTavish lives in that house—a manor that has been cursed for generations. Within its walls, she has witnessed the deaths of seven brides and the thefts of seven wedding rings. And now, to break the ... [read more]
FantasyRomanceMysteryParanormal Romance

(King's Dark Tidings #7)
Rezkin lives—a secret known only to a chosen few. Now, Azeria is one of them. Joining forces, they avoid discovery while seeking the power to stand against Caydean's demons. A tale of ancient technology draws them to the land of a forgotten people. Can the secret treasure of the infamous Demon War help the rebels turn the tide? Wesson is determined to find a way to free Caydean's mages of their oaths. He steps onto a dark path in his bid to free the enslaved, but will the results justify the ... [read more]
FantasyEpic FantasyHigh Fantasy

(Empire of the Vampire #3)
From New York Times bestselling author of the Empire of the Vampire and Empire of the Damned, Jay Kristoff, comes the epic conclusion to the #1 internationally bestselling series. From holy cup comes holy light;The faithful hand sets world aright.And in the Seven Martyrs’ sight,Mere man shall end this endless night. Gabriel de León has lost his family, his faith, and his last hope of ending the endless night―the Holy Grail, Dior. With no desire left but vengeance, he and a band of loyal ... [read more]
FantasyDark Fantasy

(The Ripple System #6)
The Worldbranch Throne has been claimed, but the Lunar Empress now looms over EBO. Her arrival heralds the start of a new era: a strange continent, powerful loot drops, and a catch-up event that drastically empowers those who have fallen behind the leveling curve. How will Ned fare against an event intended to level the playing field? (Poorly). How will Frank adapt to his new body? (Disturbingly). How many more animals will House acquire? (Yes). [read more]
FantasyLitRPG

(Wings of Fire Graphix)
The graphic novel adaptations of the #1 New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series continue to set the world on fire! Three dragons. One unavoidable, unpredictable destiny. This is the beginning...of the end. In the SeaWing kingdom, a young prince learns he is an animus―capable of wonderful magic that comes with a terrible price. In the mind of a NightWing dragonet, a thousand futures unfold―and almost all of them, she knows, lead to disaster and destruction. And under three full ... [read more]
FantasyComicsDragonsMiddle GradeGraphic Novels

(Villains Are Destined to Die #8)
Painstaking efforts, near-death experiences, unrequitable feelings―everything Penelope has worked for comes crashing down in an instant upon the return of Ivonne, the “true” daughter of House Eckhart. The one to blame? Eckles, the very man Penelope was betting her survival and escape on. But when she goes to confront him for his betrayal, not only is she hit by a shocking revelation about her relationship with him, but about Ivonne too...And as the clock strikes midnight on the day of Penelope’s coming-of-age ceremony, and thus, the end of Hard Mode, she’s forced to face the music. [read more]
FantasyRomanceGraphic Novels

(The Sun Eater #7)
The seventh and final novel of the galaxy-spanning series merges the best of space opera and epic fantasy, as Hadrian Marlowe at last lights the greatest fire humanity has ever seen Ambitious universe-building combines with intimate character portraits for storytelling on a truly epic scale—for fans of Orson Scott Card, Adrian Tchaikovsky, Patrick Rothfuss and Jack Campbell The trumpet sounds. The end has come at last. After his victory at Vorgossos, Hadrian Marlowe finds himself a ... [read more]
Science FictionSpace Opera

(System Universe #8)
With Alanah having ascended, Derek now has a favor to fulfill. In preparation for things to come, Derek spent most of his time in Cydaria making it safe for all of his friends and companions. He saw Thomas off to the Academy, helped Brandi with materials for crafting, and more. Once he had Savanna to his liking, he chose to adventure with Alanah. They traveled to the other continent and explored different kingdoms before ending up in Linderis—Alanah’s birthplace. Alanah had no good ... [read more]
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(Legend of the Arch Magus #15)
Volume 15 of the Legend of the Arch Magus. An Arch Magus dies, only to find himself in the body of a young man in a medieval kingdom. He finds out that he is the second son of a duke, exiled to a desolate town by his own family. Shackled by the notorious reputation of his new shell, he tries his best to develop his domain, implementing new policies and innovations that lead his subjects to prosperity. In this world where magic is undeveloped, he shall once again pave a new path. [read more]
Fantasy

(Wings of Fire Graphix #9)
The graphic novel adaptations of the #1 New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series continue to set the world on fire! For every villain, there is a hero ... Turtle isn’t one of the heroes he reads about in stories. If he were, he’d use his animus powers to help Pyrrhia -- instead of keeping his abilities a secret, even from his own sister. Now that Darkstalker, the sinister and impossibly old dragon from Pyrrhia’s most notorious legends, has returned, Turtle knows his own role is ... [read more]
FantasyComicsDragonsMiddle GradeGraphic Novels

(Keeper of the Lost Cities The Graphic Novel #2)
The epic first book in the New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series is being reimagined into stunning graphic novels, and the story continues now with Part Two! After learning she’s actually an elf, twelve-year-old Sophie Foster made the impossible decision to leave her human life—and family—behind and start over in the Lost Cities. And life with the elves has been unlike anything Sophie has ever known, filled with new friends, amazing creatures, and ... [read more]
FantasyYoung AdultComicsGraphic Novels

(The Aldoran Chronicles #5)
The award-winning epic fantasy series continues with this fifth volume of The Aldoran Chronicles saga. ADARRA Entangled in Tallosian feuds and fragile negotiations, Adarra’s path takes a deadly turn when an ancient power stirs from its slumber. Unnatural monsters sweep across the Isle of Tallos, leaving carnage in their wake. To protect both friend and foe, she must risk everything—finding an unexpected ally in the enigmatic Talarin, and becoming the shield for those she never meant to ... [read more]
FantasyEpic FantasyHigh Fantasy

(Lightlark #4)
The highly anticipated fourth novel in the #1 New York Times bestselling Lightlark Saga, by acclaimed author and #BookTok sensation Alex Aster Some worlds deserve to be destroyed . . . Isla Crown has charted a new destiny and leapt into the unknown, determined to defeat her insidious ancestor, Lark, no matter the cost. But Skyshade is nothing like she anticipated, and she’ll have to use all of her skills just to survive, let alone end Lark for good. Meanwhile, Grim and Oro would sooner set ... [read more]
FantasyRomanceYoung Adult

(Beware of Chicken #5)
A laugh-out-loud, slice-of-life martial-arts fantasy about . . . farming???? Jin Rou wanted to be a cultivator. A man powerful enough to defy the heavens. A master of martial arts. A lord of spiritual power. Unfortunately for him, he died, and now I’m stuck in his body. But I think he’d like how things are turning out. So much happened last year! The battle at the Dueling Peaks, the revelation at the Azure Hills, and the calamity that damaged them. But most important? I became a father. ... [read more]
FantasyLitRPGHumor

(Path of the Berserker #5)
A world destroyed. An axe to grind. And a path to infinite power. Welcome to my reality. I’ve survived my tour of the Hell Worlds…no…scratch that.I did more than just survive—I damn well thrived. I’ve unlocked secret knowledge, advanced to the edge of the Sacred Soul Realm and even managed to perform feats of cultivation that no one in history has ever done before. And now it’s time to put my new-found strength to the test. My path hasn’t gotten any easier and a new set of ... [read more]
FantasyLitRPG

(Defiance of the Fall #16)
The board is set, and the game has started anew. After braving the dangers of the Imperial Graveyard and overcoming betrayal, Zac has succeeded in his goals. The Kan'Tanu leader is dead, and the Eternal Guardians were unleashed upon the cult. Betrayal left Zac wounded and exhausted, yet time waits for no man. The competition for the Ultom Courts is starting, and it soon becomes clear there is more to the trial than meets the eye. Ancient plans compete with new ambitions as past and present collide. The Limitless Empire is stirring. Book 16 of the hit Defiance of the Fall LitRPG Series is here. Grab your copy today! [read more]
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(The Godkissed Bride #4)
Her power can heal the world—or burn it down. Sabine has survived death, but what rises in her place is something ancient and barely contained. Her fae nature demands blood, sacrifice, and dominance, making her previous life as a human feel like a fading dream. War-torn villagers beg her for miracles she can't yet perform. Her father, King of Fae, whispers of her great destiny. And through it all, Sabine clings to the only thing still tying her to the girl she used to be—Basten—and prays ... [read more]
FantasyRomance

(Lost Starship Series #24)
The effort almost killed him, but Maddox temporarily closed the breach to an alien dimension, one where genetic supermen rule humanity as gods. The trouble is the master race’s Ninth Assault Fleet is still inside Commonwealth space—and destroying worlds with hellburner missiles. Without the hyper-spatial tubes of the smashed Nexuses, the Grand Fleet can’t jump straight to battle. To win, Star Watch must relearn maneuver warfare across light-years against super soldiers bred for war. Lord ... [read more]
Science FictionSpace Opera

(Celestials of Arcadia #2)
Hope is but a wicked torment. A land steeped in tainted magic poisons the human world. Kinetics are hellbent on eliminating the Elementals. And the man who once swore to protect them is gone. Still reeling from the events that transpired at the King’s Palace and Chrome’s devolution, Gray takes her place as the Elemental queen, guiding her people through the dangerous, magical land of Arcadia as they seek safety from the onslaught of Kinetic attacks. Desperate to find and restore Chrome to ... [read more]
FantasyRomance