New YA Sci-Fi and Fantasy Books Fall 2024

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New Hardcover YA Fantasy Books Fall 2024

Practical Rules for Cursed Witches

Practical Rules for Cursed Witches

From the New York Times bestselling author of My Dearest Darkest comes a cozy fantasy romance about a teen witch who must complete her magical training by breaking a powerful family’s curse. But her own affliction—to never find true love—gets in the way when she falls for the girl she’s trying to save.

The Monstrous Kind

The Monstrous Kind

An atmospheric, haunting, romantasy inspired by Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility, set in Regency era England about two sisters fighting to hold on to their manor while deadly monsters prowl along its perimeters—perfect for fans of House of Salt and Sorrows and Anatomy: A Love Story.

Wednesday: A Novelization of Season One

Wednesday: A Novelization of Season One

Return to the hallowed halls of Nevermore Academy with Wednesday Addams in this delightfully dark novelization of season one of the hit show, Wednesday!

The Heart of the World

The Heart of the World

By Amie Kaufman

Coming 09.17.24

Magic and sacrifice will collide as lovers and gods, enemies and allies vie for the fate of the world in this heart-pounding sequel to The Isles of the Gods, which Stephanie Garber called “deliciously diabolical and full of heart.”

The Thirteenth Child

The Thirteenth Child

By Erin A. Craig

Coming 09.24.24

Drawing on the Grimm Brothers’ dark fairytale, “Godfather Death,” this new novel by the #1 New York Times bestselling author of House of Salt and Sorrows is a sweeping, fantastical saga of actions and consequences.

The stunning “Hazel” special edition first printing features exclusive printed endpapers and a beautiful gold-and-red foil-stamped case.

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Zodiac Rising

Zodiac Rising

By Katie Zhao

Coming 10.01.24

Magic meets dark academia at a New York boarding school that’s hidden from mortal eyes. When a student is killed over priceless treasure, the Descendants of the Zodiac assemble a crew to avenge their classmate’s murder and heist back what’s rightfully theirs. Perfect for fans of A Deadly Education and Legendborn.

Murtagh: Deluxe Edition

Murtagh: Deluxe Edition

By Christopher Paolini

Coming 10.15.24

A stunning deluxe edition of Christopher Paolini’s instant #1 New York Times bestseller set in the World of Eragon, featuring fan favorite Murtagh and his dragon—with exclusive features and new content!

Serpent Sea

Serpent Sea

By Maiya Ibrahim

Coming 11.19.24

Get swept away by the sequel to the instant Sunday Times bestseller Spice Road! In this romantic, action-packed fantasy set in an Arabian-inspired land, Imani and Taha must save their home from an invasion after the magical enchantment that hid them from the world is defeated.

A Cruel Thirst

A Cruel Thirst

By Angela Montoya

Coming 12.17.24

A fledgling vampire and a headstrong vampire huntress must work together—against their better judgment—to rid the world of monsters in this irresistible romantic fantasy.

New Hardcover YA Sci-Fi Books Fall 2024

The Dividing Sky

The Dividing Sky

By Jill Tew

Coming 10.08.24

Serpent & Dove meets Arcane in this dystopian romance debut that follows a cunning memory merchant who deals a little extra happiness on the side and the handsome rookie officer on her tail!

HappyHead

HappyHead

By Josh Silver

Coming 10.22.24

A bold new dystopian thriller about an experimental mental health retreat center for young adults where everything is not what it seems—and one boy who will risk everything to escape.

New Paperback YA Sci-Fi and Fantasy Books Fall 2024

Nubia: The Reckoning

Nubia: The Reckoning

By Omar Epps, Clarence A. Haynes

Coming 09.24.24

The sequel to Nubia: The Awakening, the epic fantasy from actor and producer Omar Epps and writer Clarence A. Haynes, is now in paperback! A powerful saga of three teens, the children of refugees from a fallen African utopia, who must navigate their newfound powers in a climate-ravaged New York City.

Dark Star Burning, Ash Falls White

Dark Star Burning, Ash Falls White

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The epic sequel to the book Song of Silver, Flame Like Night, is a fast-paced, riveting YA fantasy inspired by the mythology and folklore of ancient China.

Sinner's Isle

Sinner's Isle

A spellbinding romantic fantasy about a powerful witch who will do anything to escape the remote island she’s being held captive on, including blackmail a notorious, charming pirate who washes up on shore, from debut author Angela Montoya.

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