79 New Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Horror Books Arriving in May
May brings a wave of new sci-fi, fantasy, and horror releases, including anticipated titles like Martha Wells' Platform Decay and Alan Moore's I Hear a New World. The month features a strong lineup of romantasy novels, blending magic, emotion, and adventure, alongside genre-defying speculative fiction. From haunted houses to interstellar wars and mythical legacies, readers can explore diverse worlds and compelling characters.
- ▪Martha Wells returns with Platform Decay, featuring her self-aware AI protagonist.
- ▪Alan Moore releases the second book in his Long London Series, I Hear a New World.
- ▪May sees a surge in romantasy releases, combining romance with magical and fantastical elements.
- ▪Notable titles include Archangel’s Eternity by Nalini Singh and The Last Contract of Isako by Fonda Lee.
- ▪Speculative debuts like Absence by Andrew Dana Hudson explore themes of disappearance and societal collapse.
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Martha Wells’ disgruntled, self-aware AI robot is back for more adventures this month with Platform Decay—plus the legendary Alan Moore drops the second entry in his Long London Series, I Hear a New World. Beyond that, May seems to be especially heavy on romantasy releases—the perfect genre as the weather heats up—so you’re in luck if you dig magical attractions, enemies-to-lovers, and quirky…
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