31 New Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Horror Books Arriving in December

The 12 months is wrapping up, however there are nonetheless loads of new books for sci-fi, horror, and fantasy readers hitting shelves earlier than 2026 clocks in for obligation. Want a psychological escape through the holidays? December’s releases have you ever coated with romantic adventures, futuristic thrills, creepy quick tales, and extra.

December 1

Artificial Truth by J.M. Lee, translated by Sean Lin Halbert 

“A haunting and mind-bending novel in regards to the revolutionary potentialities of AI and the infinite mysteries of what it means to be human.” (December 1)

Snake-Eater by T. Kingfisher

“An enthralling modern fantasy steeped in horror a few lady attempting to flee her previous by shifting to the distant U.S. desert―solely to seek out herself beholden to the wrath of a vengeful god.” (December 1)

The Wondrous Life and Loves of Nella Carter by Brionni Nwosu 

“A younger lady on the crossroads of life and demise embarks on a unprecedented journey throughout time in an epic novel about magnificence, hope, endurance, and infinite loves.” (December 1)

December 2

Better in Black by Cassandra Clare 

Ten authentic tales spotlighting fan-favorite {couples} from throughout the romantasy creator’s Shadowhunter Chronicles. (December 2)

The Dark Is Descending by Chloe C. Peñaranda 

The Nytefall trilogy concludes as “reeling from surprising betrayal, the Star Maiden Astraea should now race towards time to interrupt the curse imprisoning her lover, Nyte. She should resolve if the hand of darkness, or that of her enemy, is an alliance that might carry him again.” (December 2)

Dawn of the Firebird by Sarah Mughal Rana 

“A wide ranging fantasy novel in regards to the daughter of an overthrown emperor” who conceals her identification to coach with an enemy military, honing her magic as she decides if she’ll search vengeance or salvation. (December 2)

The Definitions by Matt Greene 

“A chic, haunting dystopian novel about people relearning the way to navigate the world after a mysterious sickness strips them of their reminiscences.” (December 2)

Fallen Gods by Rachel Van Dyken 

“They mentioned the Gods had been fantasy. That the Giants had been solely tales instructed round dying fires. They lied. The Gods aren’t lifeless—they’re solely sleeping, locked in mortal our bodies, scattered internationally, ready for the suitable spark to wake them. And my father is probably the most ruthless of all of them.” (December 2)

A Grim Reaper’s Guide to Cheating Death by Maxie Dara 

“When a decided killer targets her brother, a grim reaper dangers all the pieces to save lots of him on this pleasant cozy thriller.” (December 2)

Legend by Karina Halle 

“Although Katrina Van Tassel, Ichabod Crane, and Brom Bones have begun to drag aside the bone-chilling thriller of the Headless Horseman, their journey is much from its finish. As they share the enigmatic halls of Sleepy Hole Institute, their lives change into more and more entangled.” (December 2)

The Library of Fates by Margot Harrison 

“When its librarian keeper mysteriously dies, two former classmates should race to find a uncommon ebook from their faculty years that may foretell your future when you confess a secret out of your previous—however somebody is intent on defending what’s hidden inside.” (December 2)

The Mating Game by Lana Ferguson 

“Two wolf shifters reluctant to like uncover there’s no preventing the decision of the wild on this steamy romance.” (December 2)

The Mills of the Gods by Tim Powers 

“A harrowing supernatural journey, filled with colour, drama, and romance.” (December 2)

Secrets of the First School by T.L. Huchu 

The Edinburgh Nights collection concludes with “one remaining journey for Ropa Moyo—orphan, mischief-maker, and failed magician.” (December 2)

Something Wicked by Falon Ballard 

“With the destiny of the nation at stake, Callum and Cate seek for methods to reveal themselves to one another and uncover a darker pressure constructing inside La Puissance, one which may wreck the way forward for Avon ceaselessly.” (December 2)

Tarou: The Fall by Dana Fredsti and David Fitzgerald 

“The evocative symbolism and arcana sure up throughout the playing cards of the tarot have fascinated seekers for hundreds of years. Now Tarou: The Fall imagines the truth that impressed the magical—the actual fantasy world of which all our wealthy tarot imagery is however a shadow.” (December 2)

This Brutal Moon by Bethany Jacobs 

The Kindom Trilogy area opera concludes as “the quiet ones launch their assault and all hope appears misplaced; Cleric Chono appears to be like to unlikely allies to struggle a remaining battle for peace. However one essential query stays: the place is Six?” (December 2)

The Turing Protocol by Nick Croydon

“A riveting speculative historic suspense debut instructed in alternating timelines that asks: will probably the most highly effective invention in historical past save the world—or destroy it?” (December 2)

The Village at the End of Noon by Darya Boyleva 

“Every part you had been afraid to seek out out in regards to the warmth of midday and Grandma’s previous tales comes collectively on this English language debut of an award-winning and bestselling younger Russian author.” (December 2)

We Will Rise Again: Speculative Stories and Essays on Protest, Resistance, and Hope edited by Annalee Newitz, Karen Lord, and Malka Older 

“From style luminaries, esteemed organizers, and thrilling new voices in fiction, an anthology of tales, essays, and interviews that supply transformative visions of the longer term, fantastical alternate worlds, and inspiration for the social justice actions of tomorrow.” (December 2)

December 9

Children of Fallen Gods by Carissa Broadbent 

The Battle of Misplaced Hearts collection continues. “As Tisaanah and Max are ensnared in an internet of historic magic and twisted secrets and techniques, one query stays: what are they keen to sacrifice for victory? For energy? For love?” (December 9)

Dark Sisters by Kristi DeMeester

“Horror meets historic fiction when a curse bridges generations, binding the fates of three girls.” (December 9)

Her Time-Traveling Duke by Bryn Donovan 

“Magic meets science and sunshine meets grumpy when a love spell whisks a Regency-era duke to trendy instances.” (December 9)

Level: Apocalypse by David Dalglish 

“Contained in the mysterious Artifact world of Yensere, Nick has scored a significant victory within the warfare towards God-King Vaan, however now the true take a look at of energy has begun, and it received’t finish till both Nick or Vaan are really lifeless.” (December 9)

Midnight Somewhere by Johnny Compton 

“The various characters on this thrilling assortment encounter horrors that vary from mysterious to murderous, discovering that darkness can discover anybody, anyplace, at any hour of the day.” (December 9)

Seeing Other People by Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka 

“Two individuals haunted by their exes discover that love isn’t lifeless on this heartfelt romance.” (December 9)

Sunset at Zero Point by Simon Stålenhag 

“From the famend creator of The Electrical State and Tales from the Loop, Stålenhag returns together with his long-awaited new work of retro-futuristic dystopia throughout the mysterious zone of an deserted Swedish navy facility.” (December 9)

Tailored Realities by Brandon Sanderson 

From the “creator of the Stormlight Archive, the Mistborn saga, and quite a few smash-hit works of science fiction and fantasy comes Tailor-made Realities, a brand new quick fiction assortment together with the never-before-published novella Second Zero.” (December 9)

December 16

The Best Horror of the Year, Volume 17 edited by Ellen Datlow 

“For greater than 4 a long time, Ellen Datlow has been bringing you probably the most horrifying and terrifying tales. Now, with the seventeenth quantity of the collection, Datlow is again once more to carry you the tales that can hold you up at night time.” (December 16)

December 30

The Cyprian by Mercedes Lackey 

“The most recent in Mercedes Lackey’s Elemental Masters collection is a stand-alone romantasy primarily based on Hans Christian Andersen’s The Wild Swans.” (December 30)

We Who Will Die by Stacia Stark 

“A slow-burn romantasy set in a Roman-inspired world dominated by cruel vampires, full of breathtaking fight, vengeful gods, and magical creatures.” (December 30)

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