Including but not limited to, in release order:
The Celestial Seas by T. A. Chan
Releasing: 31 March 2026, Viking Books for Young Readers
A YA Moby Dick retelling in space. A tale of identity, love, and the hunt for vengeance in the darkest corners of space—perfect for fans of Iron Widow and Aurora Rising!
(yes, there are space whales!)
Releasing: 21 April 2026, DAW
When she enters to compete in a reality dating show, space trash collector Temmi is supposed to be wooing the prince, not falling for his sister. Then contestants start turning up a dead.
A romantic sci-fi novel for fans of Ali Hazelwood and Hannah Nicole Maehrer!
The Demon Star by Jesse Aragon
Releasing: 28 July 2026, DAW
Gods rule this planet. Demons stalk its canyons while Kings beg for mercy. Can three mere humans rewrite its destiny?
The otherworldly religious conflict of Dune, the cosmic strangeness of Gideon the Ninth, and the heart-pounding action of Red Rising converge in this horror-tinged epic science fantasy debut.
The Red Woman on Mars by Claire Barner
Releasing: 28 July 2026, Diversion Books
Climate refugee Vivian Bown moves to Mars to to bear genetically modified children for a Martian oligarch, in trhe hopes of funding her family’s survival on Earth.
A sci-fi Pride & Prejudice retelling, perfect for those looking for a mashup of sci-fi and Bridgerton and speculative romances like The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley.
Releasing: 22 September 2026, Orbit
A bit cheeky to include my own book but I’m exited about the sequel to Galaxy Grifter hitting your bookshelves!
Levi and Vera are back for more snark in space, with bigger heists, angsty relationships and a galaxy on the brink of war!
What books are you most excited for this year?
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