As you might expect, there’s an extra helping of horror on io9’s list of new books releasing in October. Read on for tales of ghosts, vampires, werewolves, demons, aliens, zombies, witches, time-travelers, and beyond.
October 6
Archipelago of Light by Dmitri Lincoln Mehlhorn
“A near-future political science-fiction thriller about the one threat we can’t engineer our way out of: ourselves.” (October 6)
At the Mountains of Madness: And Other Tales of Weird Science edited by Leslie S. Klinger
“An essential collection for Lovecraft newcomers and devoted fans alike who seek the cosmic horrors that lie in wait.” (October 6)
Banshee: Irish Myths Retold edited by Ailbhe Malone
“In this spellbinding anthology, Ireland’s most electrifying female writers breathe new life into ancient Irish myths, reclaiming the stories of women who have too long stood in the shadows.” (October 6)
The Book of the Dead edited by Jonathan Strahan
“A stunning collection of brand-new stories of murder, myth, and misadventure, including contributions from Garth Nix, Paul Tremblay, Stephen Graham Jones, Tamsyn Muir, and two dozen other fantasy, science fiction, and horror icons.” (October 6)
Broken Rival by Tessa Bailey
“A gripping, heated romance about a girl trapped in a new reality, forced to make a choice between two brothers—one who is the high school golden boy, the other sworn to hunt down her kind—time travelers.” (October 6)
Carrying by Samantha Josephs
“In this electrifying horror debut that’s equal parts funny and harrowing, a stealth trans woman desperate to maintain her picture-perfect life discovers that she’s seemingly—impossibly—pregnant.” (October 6)
The Chain House by J.H. Markert
“A dangerous cult leader, days away from execution, reveals he is the famous author behind a bestselling series. With his death, the final, unpublished manuscript—and the crucial evidence it contains—will never see the light of day.” (October 6)
Devoured by Jordan Stephanie Gray
“Once bitten, forever bound in this dark and deadly conclusion to the bestselling werewolf romantasy Bitten―where power means everything.” (October 6)
A Duel With the Vampire Lord by Elise Kova
“Kidnapped and bound to the Vampire Lord, a woman who once served vampire hunters discovers he’s not really the villain she’s been taught to fear. Enemies become lovers in this action-packed installment of the Married to Magic novels.” (October 6)
The Dues and Don’ts of Magic by Delemhach
“The Spellshop meets Legends & Lattes in this new cozy romantic fantasy trilogy about magic gone wrong.” (October 6)
Fangs by K.L. Speer
“In the wake of a devastating uprising, Bones must navigate the weight of grief and embrace her true power as the lines between ally and enemy begin to blur.” (October 6)
Find Me Where It Ends by Cassandra Khaw
“For the women of Antigone’s family, death always comes in the form of a black dog. When her own black dog arrives, she isn’t afraid. Her Death’s arrival must be a sign, permission to finally let go. To rest. Because while mortality is inevitable, living is a choice. But a good death comes at a price.” (October 6)
Fitcher’s Bird by A.G. Slatter
“Once upon a time, three young sisters survived a catastrophic house fire… Years later, one of them disappears, and then another, and it is left to the eldest sister to find out whether something else survived… A dark, twisty, page-turning modern gothic horror.” (October 6)
Hallowed Bones by Lucy Smoke
“The first in the Sons of Salem series—a seductive, dark why-choose romance filled with cursed bloodlines, secret societies, and a powerful heroine destined to save the coven. (October 6)
The Haunted Librarian by Auralee Wallace
“A lonely librarian finds love, friends, and a few ghosts between the shelves in this cozy, paranormal tale.” (October 6)
Hear the Dead by Ann Dávila Cardinal
“An edgy, genre-bending thriller following a retired photographer who begins to hear the murders of women she knew in her punk youth, forcing her to reckon with the past she’s desperate to forget.” (October 6)
The House Built on Alligator Bones by Sophia Huneycutt
A woman is excited to connect with her long-lost grandmother when she visits her Florida alligator farm—but the reunion is complicated by hostile relatives and grim secrets, including a reptilian family curse. (October 6)
House Haunters by KC Jones
“A skeptical reality TV show producer and a misanthropic ghosthunter must team up to survive a shoot from hell.” (October 6)
Killing the Boogeyman by Richard Chizmar
“The terrifying horror trilogy finale to the bestselling series that includes Chasing the Boogeyman and Becoming the Boogeyman.” (October 6)
Legacies of Betrayal by Steven Erikson
“Steven Erikson continues his beloved Malazan Book of the Fallen―the iconic epic fantasy series with millions of copies sold worldwide―with the third book in the thrilling Tales of Witness series.” (October 6)
The Lost Guardian by Natalia Hernandez
“Based on the true history of Atahualpa, the last emperor of the Inca people, indie sensation Natalia Hernandez delivers a powerhouse romantasy adventure set in the modern day.” (October 6)
A Masterpiece in Blood by Megan Scott
“This sequel to the sizzling dark romantasy The Temptation of Magic follows fated mates Nicole and Kyan as they attempt to root out the secrets at the heart of a shadowy supernatural organization.” (October 6)
The Memory of Borrowed Books by Meg Anderson
“A sweeping, magical ode to community and the stories we leave behind, The Memory of Borrowed Books follows one librarian who discovers a hidden room of unfinished memories―and must find the one that can save her beloved library from closing forever.” (October 6)
Morsels by Abe Moss
A woman meeting her boyfriend’s family for the first time finds them to be nothing but welcoming—until she catches some very disturbing sounds coming from their basement. (October 6)
Night of the Mallrats by Nicolina Torres
“Five friends travel back to the 1990s to solve the brutal murder and disappearance of two of their high school peers in this thrilling debut novel from a promising new voice in horror—a murderous, nightmarish romp that is nostalgic, terrifying, and impossible to put down.” (October 6)
Other Worlds Than These by Stephen King and Peter Straub
“This is Stephen King and Peter Straub’s epic and unforgettable finale to the Talisman Trilogy (including the novels Talisman and Black House) and a wrapping up of the fate of the worlds in King’s iconic, fiercely beloved Dark Tower epic. It is also a magnificent stand-alone novel that will appeal to new readers.” (October 6)
Portrait of a Haunting by Madison Tyler Nelson
“After fearing it all her life, a young woman embraces her ability to see ghosts after a murder occurs that appears dangerously linked to her past.” (October 6)
Quaint Folk by Bitter Karella
“A sharply satirical queer folk horror novel that peels back the idyllic veneer of a seemingly perfect island town to reveal the rot beneath.” (October 6)
Reap & Sow by Charlotte B. Plumb
“A young woman bargains with a demon to save her brothers, only to lose her heart in this slow-burn romantasy about dark magic, unlikely love, and the imperfect beauty of mortality.” (October 6)
Return to the Motherfreaking Fun Factory by Neil Kleid
“Ten years ago, five children were lured into the dark machinations of a twisted, whimsical toymaker, forced to compete for a grand prize. Today, four of those kids seek revenge on the insane man who terrorized them and once again find themselves trapped inside his factory of horrors, all while attempting to save the fifth member of their group.” (October 6)
The Scarlet Ball by Nghi Vo
“This all-consuming tale of ballrooms and bloodshed weds The Gilded Age with the Gothic vision of Guillermo del Toro.” (October 6)
The Secrets of Everlight by Julie Hall
“A thief turned spy must unravel an assassination plot against the fae prince by disguising herself as a princess competing for his heart in this entrancing romantasy.” (October 6)
Sleep With the Fishes: A Dan Shamble, Zombie P.I. Adventure by Kevin J. Anderson
“Dan Chambeaux was a human private investigator in the Unnatural Quarter, where all the monsters have gathered in hopes of finding normal lives. Even though he was killed in a back alley when a case went sour, Dan ‘Shamble’ is still on the case. In these nine cases, Dan Shamble puts the PI back into RIP.” (October 6)
The Splintered Sun by Tad Williams
“A fearless bandit and his band of misfit rebels navigate a kingdom menaced by dark sorcery and war in this fast-moving epic fantasy.” (October 6)
The Stolen Crown by LJ Andrews
“Love and duty are thrown to the treacherous deep sea in the next Ever Seas book.” (October 6)
Strange Lights by Mira González
“Like Scooby-Doo meets The X-Files for readers of The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, Strange Lights is a joyride in a sentient Winnebago with a quirky cast of cryptids.” (October 6)
This Shattered Tempest by Thea Guanzon
“The highly anticipated conclusion to the Hurricane Wars trilogy makes landfall—and as the winds of war sweep through, Lir, Talasyn, and Alaric must confront the truth of their hearts and decide whether duty or desire will lead them forward.” (October 6)
Vengefully Matched by Audrey Golberg Ruoff
“A witchy, sapphic rom-com about a mischievous runaway bride and her prim-and-proper Witchery Council rival who must fake-date in order to catch a would-be murderer—and accidentally fall in love.” (October 6)
Victorious by V.E. Schwab
“The triumphant conclusion to the Villains series” finds the end for “two men, first best friends, then mortal enemies, each destined to be the other’s shadow.” (October 6)
A Wall Is Also a Road by Annalee Newitz
“Explore a large and not-so-lonely universe in this science fiction adventure about what happens when the alien becomes familiar—and beloved.” (October 6)
We Radiant Things: Notes on Being Alien and Becoming Cyborg by Franny Choi
“Blending lyric memoir and cultural criticism, acclaimed poet Franny Choi’s debut essay collection explores our obsession with cyborgs and what sci-fi representations of Asian femmes reveal about race, gender, sexuality, disability, labor, technology, and language.” (October 6)
What Happens at Nightfall by Lauren Willig
“A delightfully Gothic romantic adventure, complete with a little bit of demon-hunting.” (October 6)
Winterset Hollow by Jonathan Edward Durham
“When Eamon and his two closest friends hope to explore the island that inspired their favorite book, Winterset Hollow, they discover that much of what the world believes to be fantasy is real and that the truth behind their beloved story is darker and more dangerous than they ever imagined.” (October 6)
Women in Comics: Iconic Characters and Influential Creators from the 1890s to Today by Susan E. Kirtley and Nhora Lucía Serrano
“A richly illustrated, essential guide to the importance of women in the comics space from across time and around the globe.” (October 6)
Your Beloved Remains by Quinn Connor
“As fascination turns to obsession, two women drag each other into an academic horror of forgery, murder, and rage.” (October 6)
October 13
As We Fall Through Time by Claire North
“An extraordinary tale of time travel, betrayal, and queer romance.” (October 13)
As You Wake, Break the Shell by Becky Chambers
“Explore a universe of stubborn survival and found family, of persistent danger and quiet wonder in the first installment of a heartfelt new duology.” (October 13)
The Asterist by A.T. Sayre
“Dull days drift by at the dead end of the galaxy for misanthrope Bill Jeffries. Everything changes when his only companion, the monotone computer he has nicknamed ‘Nag,’ alerts him to a spacecraft that has crashed near the station. Thrust into circumstances beyond his pay grade, Jeffries investigates the wreckage and makes the shocking discovery of a four-foot-long spider-like being inside.” (October 13)
Bird King Rising by Samantha Bansil
“Torn between the counsel of two men—her beloved confidant and her ruthless uncle—Laya must trust herself to cement her legacy and hold the throne. Is it better to earn her nation’s loyalty through benevolent rule or risk everything to become an all-powerful god?” (October 13)
The Dancer and the Dream Thief by Rowenna Miller
“A dancer finds herself at the center of a bootlegging scheme run by elfin creatures in this sweeping Prohibition-era historical fantasy.” (October 13)
Dark Reading Matter by Jasper Fforde
“Will literary Special Ops agent Thursday Next find her happy ending? The outrageous, heartfelt conclusion to the series which began with The Eyre Affair will have you, Dear Reader, laughing out loud.” (October 13)
Don’t Leave Her Alone by Desirée de Fez, translated by Lizzie Davis
“Haunting, cinematic, and strikingly visceral, Don’t Leave Her Alone is an incisive exploration of motherhood that interrogates women’s struggle for autonomy and identity and ultimately forces the question: What does it take to finally break free?” (October 13)
The End of Everything by M. John Harrison
“A slyly satirical and unsettling post-apocalyptic adventure into the limits of human understanding.” (October 13)
Entities to Lovers by Mallory Marlowe
“A connection that’s more than supernatural emerges between two rival tour guides who wish they could ghost each other in this sparkling romantic comedy.” (October 13)
Ghosts of the Void by Jonathan Maberry
“The dramatic finale to the NecroTek series, packed with action, adventure, space fights, fearsome aliens, love, and drama.” (October 13)
It Looks Like You in the Dark by Mathilda Zeller
“A propulsive Indigenous horror debut, expertly blending Alaskan Native folklore and supernatural thrill.” (October 13)
Look What the Cat Dragged In by Jason Rekulak
“A new supernatural thriller about a young woman pet-sitting a cat with a mysterious secret, featuring more than 80 pages of illustrations.” (October 13)
Love You to Death by Jenna Levine
“A jaded grim reaper and a woman who wants another chance at life give ’til death do us part a new meaning in this paranormal romance.” (October 13)
Monstera by Delilah S. Dawson
“A reclusive young woman moves into what seems like the perfect apartment and is obsessively drawn to her mysterious neighbor, who keeps a lush garden and is hiding a deadly secret.” (October 13)
Mothsblood by Lynn D. Jung
“An ambitious alchemist must uncover her university’s dark secrets while trying to escape from her mysterious past in this electrifying debut.” (October 13)
Mystery Play by Elizabeth Kostova
“The last living member of a family of historians who has been hunted by dark forces associated with Dracula finds himself in peril at the hands of a new threat in this thrilling novel.” (October 13)
Off the Reservation by Stephen Graham Jones
“By turns terrifying and deeply moving, Off the Reservation is a haunting American Indian novel of survival, reckoning, and redemption, shining light on the dark corners of this country’s history while also showing the desperate choices people make when they’re put up against a wall.” (October 13)
Once in a Lifetime by Iman Hariri-Kia
“A clever and swoony novel about an aspiring New York lifestyle influencer who gets trapped in her own ‘day in the life’ video, with only a mysterious stranger to help her break out.” (October 13)
Pan by Francesco Dimitri, translated by Sophia McDougall
“A brutal modern Italian retelling of the story of Peter Pan, now in English for the first time.” (October 13)
Resonant by Jeremy Jacobson
“An epic antediluvian fantasy about the struggle between power and free will—and what happens when the chosen make choices of their own.” (October 13)
Rottenheart by Kat Dunn
“An intoxicating and chilling gothic horror novel that reimagines Hamlet with a seductive sapphic twist—and where the only thing more dangerous than a family secret is a mother’s revenge.” (October 13)
Something Is Killing the Children: Hope Is a Knife by James Tynion IV and Kiersten White
“Based on the internationally bestselling comic series, with millions of copies in print, the first full-length novel from the terrifying world of Something Is Killing the Children.” (October 13)
Stone Mad by D.M. Pulley
“A thriller about a haunted mansion, a missing girl, and the woman who connects them.” (October 13)
This B Just Won’t Die! by Tanya Pell
“This humorous, heart-pounding, feminist slasher follows an aging scream queen as she is pursued by a serial killer mimicking the murders from her horror films.” (October 13)
The Thrice-Bound Fool by Christopher Buehlman
“The epic, rollicking next chapter in the bestselling fantasy adventure series that began with The Blacktongue Thief.” (October 13)
‘Twas the Night by Kevin Johnson
“A young reporter follows a string of disappearances into the middle of a terrifying Christmas cult inspired by our favorite holiday classics.” (October 13)
Under the Iron Sky by A.T. Emerald
“A fallen empire. A warrior determined to protect her people. And the masked soldier who captures her behind enemy lines. This is the first novel in a dark, seductive, and all-consuming trilogy where hope is fickle but the fight is never over.” (October 13)
The Wandering Stars by J.D. Rasch
“Philosophical and character-driven, The Wandering Stars continues the Wanderer saga with a contemplative exploration of ambition, redemption, and the enduring struggle between domination and harmony.” (October 13)
Wench by Erynne Rivers
“Maid Marian’s cowardly father has betrothed her to the most reviled man in the land: the Sheriff of Nottingham. Devastated, she’s sent on the quickest path to meet her husband, through the fae-infested Sherwood Forest. But everything changes when her carriage is attacked by the most feared fae of all: the Merry Men, followers of the infamous Robin Hood.” (October 13)
What a Nightmare by Rebekah Faubion
“When an unsettling encounter with her predatory boss cracks open the tightly locked box inside her, Haven dreams a terrifying dream about him, only to wake up and discover it’s come true; he’s dead. Desperate to gain control of this deadly power once and for all, Haven returns home, where she’s immediately met with the ghosts of her past.” (October 13)
Written in Starlight by Sloane Brooks
“A storybook chambermaid’s and an intergalactic bounty hunter’s worlds—and hearts—collide through a magical book, threatening to rewrite fate in this romantic portal fantasy with a cosmic twist.” (October 13)
October 20
Angel Country by Alex T. Singer
“In an alternate early 1900s, a scientist hunts down her former research partner after he steals her life’s work before his greed reshapes the world in this darkly wondrous cosmic horror.” (October 20)
The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2026 edited by Olivie Blake and John Joseph Adams
Sci-fi and fantasy stories by Sarah Langan, Thomas Ha, Alix E. Harrow, Alex Irvine, Naomi Kanakia, Isabel J. Kim, Rich Larson, Ray Nayler, P.C. Verrone, and more. (October 20)
Black Dingo by Eugen Bacon
“The literary strange unravels in these genre-bending Afro-irreal tales of longing and belonging, unlimited futures, a collision of worlds, and everything in between: rich hues of shadow and light.” (October 20)
Black Horror: Canonical Voices From Then to Now edited by Maurice Broaddus and Dr. Chesya Burke
“A landmark anthology offering the evolution of Black American literary horror while boldly imagining its future. The stories within recognize the legacy of Black horror, its literary milestones, cultural roots, and innovative voices, while pushing the genre into new, daring territory.” Authors include Tananarive Due, P. Djeli Clark, Justina Ireland, Victor Lavalle, and more. (October 20)
The Bookshop Book by Mark Lawrence
“A fantasy adventure through cozy, cluttered bookshops and into the pages of classic literature itself.” (October 20)
Daughter of the Tempest by Braidee Otto
“Princess Aella and her best friend, Nyssa, the most wanted fugitives in the Empyrieos, must defy all odds to survive and reunite in this exhilarating, highly anticipated sequel to Songbird of the Sorrows.” (October 20)
Ebenezer Scrooge: Ghost Hunter by J.S. Barnes
“In 1850, only one man stands between the living and the dead; only one man can uncover the secrets of the afterlife. His name? Ebenezer Scrooge. An uncanny festive sequel to the classic novel, written in the tradition of Charles Dickens.” (October 20)
Family Night: Stories by Ani King
“By turns a lyrical celebration of queerness and an exploration of family and loss, often through a lens of magical realism.” (October 20)
Ghost Lights: Horror Short Stories edited by Mark Morris
“The seventh volume in the non-themed horror series of original stories, showcasing the very best short fiction that the genre has to offer.” (October 20)
Goblin Market by A.J. Hackwith
“A goblin changeling caught between the human and fey worlds must find a way to save her home in this warm and heartfelt fantasy.” (October 20)
Lethal Kiss by Taylor Grothe
“A blood-soaked love story of rage, revenge, and belonging, Taylor Grothe’s adult debut is a sapphic horror/romance that’s as grotesque as it is beautiful.” (October 20)
Lost on Paradise by Alan Dean Foster
“Earth is crowded, polluted, and dismal. Like millions of others, Jonos and Liina scrape by on her poorly paying job and what little money he gets selling items scavenged from rich people’s trash … On the run after a criminal act, Jonos and Liina finally escape to Paradise. It’s everything they hoped for. Until tragedy strikes.” (October 20)
Mercy House by Adam Cesare
“Welcome to Mercy House, a state-of-the-art retirement home that appears perfectly clean and orderly …. but something is turning the residents into monsters. In this thrilling novel from the author of Clown in a Cornfield, you will find little mercy—only a shocking eruption of unfathomable horror.” (October 20)
Needlemouth by K-Ming Chang
“Three cousins are forced to complete an impossible and violent task set by a vengeful demon.” (October 20)
Our Dark Incantations by Wanda Hellmund
“In this achingly romantic dark academia fantasy, a young woman must embrace Dark Magic and an alliance with a deadly Wielder to fight a powerful threat cloaked in shadow.” (October 20)
Royal Witch by Philippa Gregory
“Eleanor Cobham arrives at the court of Henry V. Pretty but not highborn, she hopes for nothing more than to marry well. As the safe, comfortable future she’d envisioned begins to shift, Eleanor changes with it. Now she must use her wits to survive—and to rise… But if she is to rule England itself, she will need to turn to darker arts.” (October 20)
Shadow and Son by Gretchen Powell Fox
“Shadow magic, realm-shattering high stakes, and sizzling spice combine in this highly anticipated conclusion to the Shattered Crown trilogy.” (October 20)
The Slantwise Histories: Collected Stories by Alix E. Harrow
This short-fiction collection includes the author’s Hugo-winning “A Witch’s Guide to Escape: A Practical Compendium of Portal Fantasies,” five all-new stories, and the preferred versions of several previously published works. (October 20)
Stellar Smoke by Tanaïs
“A hypnotically original and lush speculative novel about family secrets and the mother–daughter bond across generations—ultimately blurring the boundary between past and present, human and machine.” (October 20)
The Tarot Trials by Katee Robert
“This high-octane, fast-paced epic fantasy of tarot magic and deadly competition launches an explosive new series.” (October 20)
There and Back Again: The Unofficial Oral History of The Lord of the Rings Films by Sam Moore
“The definitive, unofficial oral history of the making of the iconic and beloved Lord of the Rings film trilogy—featuring interviews with cast and crew, who give the inside story of the landmark series 25 years after its original release.” (October 20)
The Turning of Sally-Mae by Nuzo Onoh
“A historical African-Wild West horror story of supernatural vengeance and terrifying occultic magic.” (October 20)
An Unlikely Visitor by Joanna Cannon
“A woman encounters the ghosts of her past as she untangles the truth behind her daughter’s disappearance.” (October 20)
The Volcano Keeper by Bradley Sides
“When a volcano suddenly emerges in the middle of his family’s Alabama cattle pasture, young Charlie Melvin is confronted with a promise his grandfather once made—that something extraordinary would rise from the land. As Charlie comes of age, he wrestles with the meaning of the volcano and the legacy of his family. His story unfolds through evocative vignettes that explore love, loss, responsibility, and faith.” (October 20)
When the Night Comes Knocking by Katherine Daniel
“In this Appalachian horror novel, two estranged siblings become trapped in a convenience store under attack by a monster from the mountains who feasts on guilty hearts.” (October 20)
Wild Wicked Mate by Laurie Gilmore
“Phoebe never expected to fall in love, and especially not with the annoyingly handsome werewolf she’s been hanging out with for years. But after years of fighting their attraction to each other, Phoebe and Theo find that denying their feelings is no longer possible.” (October 20)
Wolf Season by Wesley King
“A prodigal son’s search for his missing father reunites him with the love of his life—and draws him into the haunting mystery of unexplained murders in a remote Montana town.” (October 20)
October 27
Backwoods Banshee by David R. Slayton
“Friends become enemies, enemies become allies, souls are stolen, and battles fought in this fast-paced, heartbreaking, and wonderful addition to the Adam Binder series.” (October 27)
Château Reverie by Natasha Siegel
“A sweeping speculative, romantic novel in which attendees of a magical auction must bid secrets in exchange for their greatest desires.” (October 27)
Code and Codex by Yoon Ha Lee
“A swashbuckling space opera [about] fighting against an evil empire trying to erase history.” (October 27)
A Court of Splintered Harmony by Sarah J. Maas
“Romance, danger, and intrigue await you in the breathtaking sixth book in the bestselling Court of Thorns and Roses series.” (October 27)
The Fist of Memory by Wole Talabi
“A hard science-fiction novel featuring an assassin-for-hire, a witchdoctor, and an astronomer.” (October 27)
From the Library of Jurgen Leitner by Premee Mohamed with Jonathan Sims
“Enter the library of an enigmatic collector, where occult books are guarded and researched at a fatal cost, with this uncanny eldritch horror novel.” (October 27)
Haunted Hearts by Hanna Harp
“Haunted Hearts returns to the tale of Callie and Cade and the mysterious spirit who breaks down his defenses in a scorching, fourth-wall-breaking read that places you, the reader, at the heart of the story.” (October 27)
The Jewel of Corlivo by Kathleen Carr Foster
“In a reimagined Byzantine empire, a runaway courtesan and her disgraced suitor are on the hunt for ancient treasure. But what they find will be far more troublesome.” (October 27)
The Killing of a Chestnut Tree by Oliver K. Langmead
“Everyone in England knows Havelock Harper, the celebrated consulting detective from the papers. But if any of them read his private files, they would discover secrets that must never reach the public eye―extraordinary cases, impossible crimes, and a committed love affair with his formidable companion, Major Sebastian Wright. And their next case might be the queerest yet.” (October 27)
Life Out of Order by Audrey Niffenegger
“The bestselling author of The Time Traveler’s Wife returns with an exhilarating speculative story set in a dystopian future where virtual reality and real life converge.” (October 27)
The Natural Order by Matt Aldrich
“From an acclaimed screenwriter comes a provocative, propulsive debut novel about a billionaire tech visionary who creates a method to stop aging, putting him in the crosshairs of an extremist group and forcing a tense reunion with his estranged son, who is dying of old age.” (October 27)
Nether Vortex by Kevin J. Anderson
“Five years later, the eldritch mysteries uncovered at Nether Station remain unsolved. Its crew is missing. Earth hasn’t heeded their final warnings. And time is running out.” (October 27)
The Night Parade and Other Stories by Stephanie Feldman
“Stephanie Feldman revisits the mid-Atlantic’s eerie legends and settings to explore complicated friendships, romantic entanglements, motherhood, and grief with a deft hand, a piercing eye, and a feminist twist.” (October 27)
The Porcelain Sisters by Daryl Gregory
“A shy young woman and her deeply unpleasant—and literally porcelain—sister fight for their inheritance, taking on an impossible array of enemies, including a chain-smoking demon crow, an unkillable assassin, and a secret clan of French sorceresses.” (October 27)
Public Access Afterworld by Jane Schoenbrun
“A mysterious realm on the other side of our screens. A dark force that draws victims into its static. The unlikely hero called to save them and herself from this electric hell. Public Access Afterworld is the profound, binge-all-night, headrush of a novel by the celebrated filmmaker of I Saw the TV Glow and Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma.” (October 27)
Realm of Wind and Vines by Marion Blackwood
“Selena tries to repair the trust among her friends and keep their mission from falling apart in this riveting fourth book in the Flame and Thorns new adult romantasy series.” (October 27)
The Riven Kingdom by Juliet E. Mckenna
“A sharp feminist historical fantasy that blends politics, religion, and a battle for a dead king’s throne.” (October 27)
Savage Lake by Nick Medina
“A mother and son travel to a dilapidated cabin in the woods that haunts more than just her memories in this new unnerving horror.” (October 27)
The Stolen Women by Alysandra Dutton
“A case of missing noble women and a determined young warrior who sets out to bring them home in this new and exciting ancient historical set just before the founding of Rome.” (October 27)
To Dream in Darkness by Ann Liang
“Two gods strike a bargain that leads them on a journey with devastating consequences in this lush historical fantasy.” (October 27)
Tropes by Sharon Shinn
This “new collection of stories and poems features two brand-new novellas, including a story set in the Elemental Blessings universe.” (October 27)
An Uncertain Magic by AM Kvita
“In the second book in the award-winning Green Witch Cycle, Brooklyn’s most chaotic coven has to take on ancient gods (yes, gods) to avoid a magical apocalypse and save the city—no big deal.” (October 27)
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