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144 New Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Horror Books Coming Out in September
September's new sci-fi, fantasy, and horror books lean especially into that last category, with spooky season closing in. But with the month's traditionally epic list to choose from, there are also plenty of sweeping romances and space adventures—as well as quite a few anthologies gathering multiple acclaimed authors in the same volume. Hope you're ready to spend all month turning pages!
“In his debut collection, acclaimed novelist Cadwell Turnbull takes readers across an omniverse of monsters, gods, and people, all trying to make peace with the parts of themselves they don't want others to see.” (September 1)
“A one-of-a-kind dark fantasy in which a wolf sets out on an epic journey of revenge.” (September 1)
“In a post-apocalyptic survivalist world, a young woman with a healing gift is forced to confront the horrors of her past and a love that will change everything.” (September 1)
“As dark forces gather to claim the realms, Ryker, Kya, and Zalen must master their own deadly challenges to stop them in this pulse-pounding second book in the Realms in Peril series.” (September 1)
“The explosive final book in I.V. Ophelia’s darkly addictive, nationally bestselling Poisoner trilogy about a botanist who kills unsavory men and the one man who's resistant to her poisons yet possesses his own deadly charms.” (September 1)
“ Ninth House meets Legendborn in this thrilling dark academia novel following a new student fueled by questions about her prestigious university and the haunting answers she uncovers as her heart pulls her in two different, dangerous directions.” (September 1)
Dragons, Heists, and Other Retirement Plans by Meg Pennerson
“A spellbinding cozy fantasy adventure that will make you believe in second chances, for fans of TJ Klune and Travis Baldree—complete with dragons, cats, and dragon-cats.” (September 1)
“A dark, high-heat dystopian romance about a brotherhood of modern-day Vikings.” (September 1)
The Gravesinger trilogy ends as “Jessamine must decide how much of herself she is willing to sacrifice to end a war. Bound to Elric, the god who loves her, she must choose between the humanity that shaped her and the power required to tear divinity down at its source.” (September 1)
“The highly anticipated sequel to the Hugo Award–nominated Elder Race . On a planet where stories govern identity, where science and magic are merely a point of view, a fallen princess, a reluctant wizard, and a precocious child must unravel the past to shape the future.” (September 1)
The Eye of Goliath by Diego Muizzo, translated by Rahul Bery
“A dark, propulsive literary gothic novel that puts a modern twist on Stevenson and Poe, from a thrilling new voice in Latin American horror.” (September 1)
“ Fourth Wing meets Formula One in this enemies-to-lovers sports romantasy about a stubbornly ambitious dragon rider who goes up against her childhood friend-turned-racing rival in the ultimate dragon race.” (September 1)
“A broken woman finds herself in a haunted house with three dangerous spirits bent on revenge, but her darkest desires might be the greatest threat of all.” (September 1)
“A cozy fae fantasy romance featuring a sunshine-shadow slow burn, a grumpy-but-secretly-tender love interest, an unforgettable found family, and a world lush with wildcraft magic.” (September 1)
I Am the Night: The Ultimate Unauthorized History of Batman: The Animated Series by Daniel Dockery
“A narrative history of the popular television show Batman: The Animated Series , including exclusive interviews and never-before-shared stories from the making of the series.” (September 1)
I Hope This Email Finds You in Hell by Mackenzie Reed
“When staying late at the office leads to witnessing an exorcism, Brie Benson's mundane life takes a hellish turn… literally.” (September 1)
An Immaculate Deception by Isabela Livino
“A debut Gothic horror set in 1870s Brazil—a tale of creeping suspense in which a young pregnant woman finds herself unable to escape her lover’s isolated family home, and a family’s deal with the devil goes terribly wrong.” (September 1)
“After a horrifying turn of events, Willa comes to understand that she’s stuck in a loop of carnage and terror that she must learn how to escape or else suffer a fate worse than death—being an eternal wedding guest.” (September 1)
“Rachel Gillig, the queen of gothic romantasy, returns with higher stakes, darker mysteries, and deeper longings in this gorgeous sequel to The Knight and the Moth .” (September 1)
Land of Oz edited by Marie O’Regan and Paul Kane
“Thirteen original stories of dark fantasy inspired by the classic tales of L. Frank Baum and the land of Oz, from the masters of fantasy and science fiction, including M. R. Carey, Christina Henry, and Adrian Tchaikovsky.” (September 1)
“A single mom decides to take life—and love—by the horns as she falls for a hunky minotaur in this steamy monster romance.” (September 1)
“A chilling international debut following a vampire who targets men who have harmed women—in the present, past, and future—and the woman-led task force entrusted with solving the murders.” (September 1)
“A new horror novella from the creator of Welcome to Night Vale and Alice Isn’t Dead featuring original illustrations from Night Vale series artist Jessica Hayworth.” (September 1)
“A wealthy family trying to cheat death is overmatched by a stubborn teenager hiding in a body that looks like their son. In this taut tale of genetics and entitlement, nature vs. nurture goes horrifyingly wrong.” (September 1)
“ Shrek meets The Princess Bride in this cozy, low-stakes romantic fantasy.” (September 1)
“A fierce feminist romantasy about choosing freedom over fear and setting fire to the throne.” (September 1)
“Genevieve's family is dead set against her joining the deadly dragon races. Desperate for help, she agrees to a terrible deal: Qais, a member of a dragon-poaching gang, will train her to...
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