10 Can’t-Miss New Fantasy Series and Duologies Releasing First Installments Before the End of the Year
This year has treated fantasy enthusiasts to new installments in some of the most popular series from Dungeon Crawler Carl to ACOTAR and beyond. And we’re not done yet, as 2026 still has a few highly anticipated sequels on the way, including a brand-new Brandon Sanderson Cosmere novel.
But for those eager to get in on the ground floor of an exciting new series, November and December have plenty to offer in the way of new beginnings, too. Many beloved fantasy authors, including Cassandra Clare and John Gwynne, are kicking off new series before the year is out. For those looking for a new series to fall in love with, that’s great news.
Starting a new series as soon as book one releases does have drawbacks, mainly waiting forever for the next installment to come out. Even so, there’s something exciting about being among the first to discover a new fantasy hit before it really takes off. If that’s your kind of reading experience, you won’t want to miss some of the most promising new fantasy series that are starting off in late 2026.
Cello’s Gate (November 3)
by Maurice Africh
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For Dungeon Crawler Carl fans eager to experience a fast-paced blend of sci-fi and fantasy that delivers on wit and action, Cello’s Gate is a must-read new release that hit shelves on November 3. Cello’s Gate, which centers on sky pirates, is Africh’s traditional publishing debut. It’s also the first title in the new Sky Pirates of Imperia series, which has a confirmed second book already on the way.
In Cello’s Gate, readers will meet Captain Grey and his crew of sky pirates. Known for pulling off particularly difficult missions, the crew finds themselves tangled up in an even more difficult job than usual. They’re tasked with tracking down the legendary Stones of Indigo. There’s just one problem. They don’t exist.
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Defy the Dusk (November 3)
by Danielle L. Jensen
Romantasy fans no doubt recognize Danielle L. Jensen’s name from her wildly popular A Fate Inked In Blood. Now that the second book in that duology is out, Jensen is ready to take readers on their next slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers fantasy adventure. Defy the Dusk, released on November 3, is the first installment in the new Sundering Duet duology.
In this introduction to the series, protagonist Lirien was the one who ripped the world apart. Now, creatures of the night roam the earth, with the most privileged survivors taking refuge on the Dawnrider. Lirien has spent 20 years planning to usurp the ship’s tyrant king, but her plot is thwarted when she’s kidnapped by the leader of those fighting back against the night. Now, she’s questioning everything she thought she knew about the world and her place in it.
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The Wolves of War (November 3)
by John Gwynne
John Gwynne has written his fair share of beloved fantasy novels, most notably his Norse-inspired The Bloodsworn Saga series. Now, he’s back with a brand-new series, one that leans even further into dark folklore and unsettling horror elements. Wolves of War, released on November 3, kicks off The Wolfheart Chronicles.
In this thrilling introduction to a new epic fantasy series, we find a land where the once-free Clans have been conquered by outside forces. Main character Ivan only wants to keep his daughter, Halia, safe, no matter who’s in charge. But her strange powers, often viewed as a curse, could be the key to surviving what’s to come.
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The Last King of Faerie (November 3)
by Cassandra Clare
Best known for her beloved Shadowhunter Chronicles, Cassandra Clare has become a staple in the YA fantasy space. Now, she’s returning to the Shadowhunter universe one final time with a brand-new trilogy, The Wicked Powers. Released November 3, The Last King of Faerie is the first installment in Clare’s latest Shadowhunter project.
The Last King of Faerie centers on Drusilla Blackthorn, a fourth-year student at Shadowhunter Academy. She finds herself held captive by Faerie prince Ash Morgenstern, who is as captivating as he is dangerous. But Drusilla is far from the only one in trouble. Kit Herondale and Ty Blackthorn become unwilling allies in the quest to save everything they hold dear.
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New Life as a Max-Level Archmage, Book 1 (November 10)
by ArcaneCadence
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This LitRPG series started as a web serial, but is making its way to physical print for the first time this November. The first book in the series arrives November 10th, ushering in the print run for a beloved fantasy epic perfect for fans of Ready Player One and Dungeon Crawler Carl.
Vivienne was a top-tier gamer, hitting the max level in her VRMMO of choice, The Seven Cataclysms. But when she wakes up to find that she has become her mage, Vivisari, thrust into the world of the game, it isn’t quite what she expected. It’s been a hundred years since the game she knew came to its close, and the world has changed in that time. But even if the rules have changed on her, Vivienne must find a way to survive.
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This Wretched Alchemy (November 10)
by Tina Mars
This Wretched Alchemy is a new debut romantasy from Tina Mars, and it’s been getting a good bit of early buzz. Releasing November 10, this book kicks off the Ruinous Fate Saga, a new high-stakes dark fantasy steeped in slow-burn romance goodness.
In This Wretched Alchemy, readers step into a world fractured by noble houses at war. Divine fragments of power called god-shards offer a coveted chance to unlock new, extraordinary abilities to those who find them. Revel’s brother died chasing a god-shard, and now, she’s forced to take on the impossible task in his stead. Betrayal, a dangerously tempting enemy-turned-ally, and high-stakes action ensue.
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An Edge Sharp Enough (November 17)
by Jesse Q. Sutanto
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Chances are, if you know Jesse Q. Sutanto, it’s for her beloved cozy mystery series that started with Dial A for Aunties. But now, Sutanto is turning her literary talents to the fantasy genre for the first time with a new dark fantasy duology. An Edge Sharp Enough releases November 17, introducing readers to the beginning of a new two-part series.
In An Edge Sharp Enough, readers follow the story of an assassin, scholar, con man, and guard racing to save the world. Mara has no memory of life before she became an assassin, Livya’s quiet life as a scientist is upended with an unexpected kidnapping attempt, and her childhood friend Kaian is her unlikely ally. And of course, Captain Fonde, a faithful city guard, finds himself mixed up in the whole mess, which just might bring the entire world as he knows it into question.
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Alma Vampires (November 17)
by Elena Armas
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Vampire fans, this one’s for you. The bestselling author of The Spanish Love Deception returns with the first installment in a new paranormal romance series. Alma Vampires kicks off Armas’ new The Icarus University series when it arrives on November 17.
This first book introduces us to Valle Cepeda, whose life changes in a flash when she becomes the sudden heir to the Alma fashion empire. But it’s even more complicated than she realizes, as the mysterious Hadrian Cruz is here to collect on an ancient blood debt. He might be able to protect her, but she doesn’t trust him, even if she’s drawn to him in a way she can’t explain.
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For the King (December 1)
by Carissa Weiser
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Can we ever really have too many King Arthur retellings? Not as long as they offer a compelling new take on the legend, as far as many fantasy readers are concerned. And that’s precisely what For the King, the first book in a new trilogy, aims to do. This debut novel from podcast host Carissa Weiser puts a new, time-twisting spin on the legend you think you know.
In For the King, the land of Logris lies waiting for a leader who can end years of constant political turmoil. But the mysterious Merlin has his own plans for fate, drawing Princess Morgan and young Arthur into his plans. As their futures begin to take shape, the Ladies of the Lake wait and watch.
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The Bloodfire Oath (December 1)
by Chloe C. Peñaranda
The bestselling romantasy author behind the Nytefall Trilogy is back with the first book in a new series. The Bloodfire Oath is the first installment in The Arcanum Order, a new romantasy trilogy. This first book arrives on December 1, with book two already confirmed to be on the way.
In The Bloodfire Oath, magic is closely guarded by the Arcanum Order. Meanwhile, Scythe struggles to make ends meet as a paid assassin. But soon enough, she gets tangled up with the Guild, pulled into the Arcanum Order as an apprentice. Her new teacher could be her most important ally in this strange new world… if she can trust him.
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