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 in the course of the holidays? December’s releases have you ever lined with romantic adventures, futuristic thrills, creepy brief 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 prospects of AI and the infinite mysteries of what it means to be human.” (December 1)

Snake-Eater by T. Kingfisher

“An enthralling up to date fantasy steeped in horror a couple of lady attempting to flee her previous by transferring to the distant U.S. desert―solely to search 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 rare 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 writer’s Shadowhunter Chronicles. (December 2)

The Dark Is Descending by Chloe C. Peñaranda 

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

Dawn of the Firebird by Sarah Mughal Rana 

“A panoramic fantasy novel in regards to the daughter of an overthrown emperor” who conceals her id 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 sublime, haunting dystopian novel about people relearning the right 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 fable. 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 the world over, ready for the proper spark to wake them. And my father is essentially 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 every little thing to avoid wasting 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 turn out to be 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 guide from their school years that may foretell your future if you happen to 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, stuffed with colour, drama, and romance.” (December 2)

Secrets of the First School by T.L. Huchu 

The Edinburgh Nights sequence 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 damage the way forward for Avon without end.” (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 fact that impressed the magical—the true fantasy world of which all our wealthy tarot imagery is however a shadow.” (December 2)

This Brutal Moon by Bethany Jacobs 

The Kindom Trilogy house opera concludes as “the quiet ones launch their assault and all hope appears misplaced; Cleric Chono appears to be like to unlikely allies to battle 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 essentially 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 

“All the things you had been afraid to search 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 provide 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 Conflict of Misplaced Hearts sequence continues. “As Tisaanah and Max are ensnared in an online 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 fashionable occasions.” (December 9)

Level: Apocalypse by David Dalglish 

“Contained in the mysterious Artifact world of Yensere, Nick has scored a significant victory within the conflict in opposition to 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 actually 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, wherever, at any hour of the day.” (December 9)

Seeing Other People by Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka 

“Two folks 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 army 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 brief 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 many years, Ellen Datlow has been bringing you essentially the most horrifying and terrifying tales. Now, with the seventeenth quantity of the sequence, Datlow is again once more to carry you the tales that can preserve you up at evening.” (December 16)

December 30

The Cyprian by Mercedes Lackey 

“The most recent in Mercedes Lackey’s Elemental Masters sequence 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, stuffed with breathtaking fight, vengeful gods, and magical creatures.” (December 30)

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