New September Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Horror Guide Releases

September is a large month for guide publishing—as this checklist of 70 new sci-fi, fantasy, and horror releases very clearly reveals. Gothic horror, galactic empires, vampires, monstrous street journeys, supernatural mysteries, romantasy sagas, and a lot extra await!

September 1

In Our Likeness by Bryan VanDyke

Co-workers at a tech start-up notice the algorithm they’re testing has the facility to change actuality—and really rapidly, should work out what to do with this alarming discovery. (September 1)

September 3

American Ghoul by Michelle McGill-Vargas 

A former slave and a newly minted vampire meet in post-Civil Battle Georgia, then transfer to Indiana collectively—the place their relationship quickly turns into strained to the purpose of (perhaps) homicide. (September 3)

The Cursed by Harper L. Woods 

The Coven of Bones romantasy collection continues because the protagonist’s need for revenge turns right into a extra pressing quest: regaining the witches’ belief whereas defending them from the person who needs to destroy them. (September 3)

The Fallen Fruit by Shawntelle Madison 

On this historic fantasy, a professor in 1964 learns that her household has a novel curse: each era, one amongst their quantity mysteriously travels again in time. She units out to analysis its results and hopefully work out how you can make it cease. (September 3)

The Games Gods Play by Abigail Owen

When the Greek gods host a contest to find out the brand new ruler of Olympus, they drive mortals to combat of their place—together with a “sarcastic no person” who’s each thrilled and horrified when she’s tapped as Hades’ champion. (September 3)

The Gods Below by Andrea Stewart 

“On this sweeping epic fantasy comes a narrative of magic, betrayal, love, and loyalty, the place two sisters will conflict on reverse sides of a warfare in opposition to the gods.” (September 3)

Haunt Sweet Home by Sarah Pinsker 

“On the set of a kitschy actuality TV present, staged scares remodel into unnerving actuality on this spooky ghost story.” (September 3)

The Haunting of Moscow House by Salnikova Gilmore 

“On this elegant gothic horror story set in post-revolutionary Russia, two previously aristocratic sisters race to uncover their household’s long-buried secrets and techniques in a home haunted by a previous harmful—and lethal—to recollect.” (September 3)

The Life Impossible by Matt Haig 

On this sci-fi story, a retired trainer is shocked to study she’s inherited an island residence within the Mediterranean—and is much more shocked by what she discovers when she travels to see it in particular person. (September 3)

Megacosmic Rift by Abby Goldsmith 

“4 prophesized heroes should band collectively to obliterate an evil galactic empire―they’re outnumbered by the trillions, however are they outwitted?” (September 3)

The Night Guest by Hildur Knútsdóttir, translated by Mary Robinette Kowal 

A lady can’t work out a medical trigger for her excessive fatigue—however should confront a deeper thriller when she falls asleep together with her health watch on, and awakens to comprehend she’s by some means taken over 40,000 steps whereas she thought she was sleeping. (September 3) 

Out of the Drowning Deep by A.C. Sensible 

“Within the distant future, when mortals mingle with the gods in deep house, an out-of-date automaton, a recovering addict, and an angel race to unravel the Pope’s homicide in an deserted nook of the galaxy.” (September 3)

Pay the Piper by George A. Romero, completed by Daniel Kraus 

“A terrifying story of supernatural horror set in a cursed Louisiana bayou, from the minds of legendary director George Romero and bestselling writer Daniel Kraus.” (September 3)

Phantasma by Kaylie Smith 

“Caraval meets Throne of the Fallen on this spicy darkish romantasy the place a necromancer wants assist from a harmful phantom to win a lethal competitors, solely to search out their partnership places her liable to breaking the sport’s most important rule: don’t fall in love.” (September 3)

The Royal First Irregulars: A Maradaine Saga Story by Marshall Ryan Maresca 

The ladies of the Royal First Irregulars are elite troopers, however they’re not taken severely—in order that they determine to undertake a harmful mission to show their price. (September 3)

Under the Eye of the Big Bird by Hiromi Kawakami, translated by Asa Yoneda

“This speculative fiction masterpiece envisions an Earth the place people are nearing extinction, and rewrites our understanding of copy, ecology, evolution, synthetic intelligence, communal life, creation, love, and the way forward for humanity.” (September 3)

We Came to Welcome You by Vincent Tirado 

On this suburban horror story, a married couple hoping to depart profession drama and homophobic relations behind strikes right into a gated neighborhood—however finds there’s one thing decidedly off about their new neighbors, and unusual issues begin occurring round their pretty new residence. (September 3)

September 10

Countess by Suzan Palumbo 

“A queer, Caribbean, anti-colonial sci-fi novella wherein a betrayed captain seeks revenge on the interplanetary empire that subjugated her folks for generations.” (September 10)

The Devil by Name by Keith Rosson 

“Nobody anticipated the apocalypse can be broadcast by way of cellphone name. However on this chilling sequel to Fever Home, anybody who managed to outlive that doomsday name has a harrowing reply to the query, ‘The place had been you when the Message got here by way of?’” (September 10)

Fears: Tales of Psychological Horror edited by Ellen Datlow 

“Twenty-one tales of maximum psychological dread from such horror icons as Stephen Graham Jones, Priya Sharma, Josh Malerman, Margo Lanagan, and extra. The unsettling tales discover the character of concern because it stirs in dysfunctional households, poisonous friendships, and mismatched lovers, which culminates in relentless stalkers, remorseless killers, and perpetrators of savage rituals.” (September 10)

Good Night, Sleep Tight by Brian Evenson 

“A group of latest tales tracing the boundaries and penalties of synthetic intelligence and ‘post-human’ relationships.” (September 10)

Guillotine by Delilah S. Dawson 

An aspiring style author dates a rich man simply so she will be able to meet his mom, a robust journal editor. However Easter at his household’s island mansion turns into one thing way more sinister when the household’s mistreated workers launches a violent insurrection. (September 10)

In These Hallowed Halls: A Dark Academia Anthology edited by Marie O’Regan and Paul Kane 

Brief tales themed round darkish academia by Olivie Blake, M.L. Rio, David Bell, Susie Yang, and extra. (September 10)

The Inhabitant by Beth Castrodale 

When an artist inherits a house stated to be haunted, her life takes a stunning flip for the higher—till she begins to comprehend her windfall might need sinister undertones which are slowly being revealed. (September 10)

Lucy Undying: A Dracula Novel by Kiersten White 

“A vampire escapes the thrall of Dracula and embarks on her personal seek for self-discovery and real love on this epic and seductive gothic fantasy.” (September 10)

Nightmare of a Trip by Maureen Kilmer 

A household’s cross-country street journey takes an by chance supernatural flip after they make an surprising go to to a half-burned farmhouse. (September 10)

Old Wounds by Logan-Ashley Kisner 

“Two transgender teenagers find yourself in a small, remoted city, the place they need to escape the locals who plan to sacrifice certainly one of them to an historical monster that solely eats women.” (September 10)

The Scarlet Throne by Amy Leow 

“A darkish, heart-thumping political epic fantasy by debut writer Amy Leow—stuffed with scheming demons, morally gray heroines, speaking cats, and cut-throat clergymen, this scrumptious story of energy and corruption will captivate from starting to finish.” (September 10)

The Shadow Key by Susan Stokes-Chapman 

“On an remoted property in late-18th-century rural Wales, a younger English physician uncovers harmful secrets and techniques which will threaten his personal life on this spellbinding Gothic story from the bestselling writer of Pandora.” (September 10)

So Thirsty by Rachel Harrison 

On a birthday getaway together with her greatest good friend, an sad lady will get a brand new lease on life when she meets a mysterious group of strangers. (The subtitle of this guide is A Vampire Novel, so you possibly can think about what their secret is.) (September 10)

Somewhere Beyond the Sea by TJ Klune 

The sequel to The Home within the Cerulean Sea explores the story of Arthur Parnassus, “headmaster of an odd orphanage on a distant and peculiar island,” the place he offers all the pieces to guard the “magical and so-called harmful kids” in his care. (September 10)

Under Her Spell by Okay.L. Cerra 

“A lady who returns to her hometown to analyze her childhood good friend’s disappearance quickly finds herself embroiled in a lethal net of half truths, cover-ups, and darkish magic.” (September 10)

Vilest Things by Chloe Gong 

The sequel to Immortal Longings continues the saga impressed by Shakespeare’s Antony and Cleopatra, as Calla and Anton notice they need to put apart their appreciable variations to guard their kingdom. (September 10)

Warlords of Wyrdwood by RJ Barker 

The epic fantasy Forsaken Trilogy continues because the folks of Harn head into the forest underneath the care of Cahan—the place he’ll have to assist them survive at the same time as he’s focused by darkish forces. (September 10)

William by Mason Coile 

“A haunted home story wherein the haunting is by AI.” (September 10)

The World Is Not Yours by Kemi Ashing-Giwa 

“An action-packed, ingenious novella a few poisonous polycule consumed by jealousy and their makes an attempt to outlive on a hostile planet.” (September 10)

World Walkers by Neal Asher 

“He can leap between worlds. However can he save his personal? As a totalitarian Inspectorate tightens its grip, one man discovers the facility to slide by way of the gaps and traverse alternate universes. World Walkers by Neal Asher is an exhilarating standalone novel set throughout the Proprietor Trilogy.” (September 10)

September 17

An Academy for Liars by Alexis Henderson 

A lady with the reward of persuasion is invited to hone her expertise at a secret magic faculty—the place she finds herself falling for her adviser whereas additionally uncovering darkish secrets and techniques the college is hiding. (September 17)

Alien Clay by Adrian Tchaikovsky 

On this far-future story, “a political prisoner should unlock the secrets and techniques of an odd and harmful planet.” (September 17)

Bringer of Dust by J.M. Miro 

The sequel to Extraordinary Monsters continues the Skills Trilogy in a magical model of Eighteen Eighties Sicily, the place a brand new evil is rising and the Skills should pool their abilities to maintain the world of the lifeless at bay. (September 17)

Buried Deep and Other Stories by Naomi Novik

13 quick tales that span science fiction and fantasy, and together with “the first glimpse of the world of Abandon, the setting of Novik’s upcoming epic fantasy collection—a abandoned continent populated solely by silent and enigmatic architectural mysteries.” (September 17)

A Change of Place by Julie E. Czerneda 

The Evening’s Edge cozy fantasy collection continues; it’s springtime in Marrowdell, and Jenn and Bannan’s happiness is threatened when a toad queen rises to energy. (September 17)

A Dark and Drowning Tide by Allison Saft 

“A pointy-tongued folklorist should pair up together with her educational rival to unravel their mentor’s homicide on this lush and enthralling sapphic fantasy romance.” (September 17)

Dearest by Jacquie Walters 

“A brand new mother in want of assist opens her door to her long-estranged mom—solely to ask one thing a lot darker inside.” (September 17)

The Escher Man by T.R. Napper 

“A cartel enforcer throughout Southeast Asia should escape a world of paranoia and violence to save lots of his household on this cerebral and multi-layered cyberpunk science fiction novel.” (September 17)

Evil in Me by Brom 

An aspiring musician goals of leaving her small city—however her plans get sidetracked when, because of an historical artifact, she’s possessed by a demon that makes her a magnet for evil. (September 17)

Exodus: The Archimedes Engine by Peter F. Hamilton 

1000’s of years after the final people fled Earth, their descendents have settled a far-flung cluster of planets, the place some have advanced into superior beings that kind the civilizations’s oppressive ruling class. That proves troublesome for the common people—together with one younger man who goals of exploring even deeper house. (September 17) 

Fear the Flames by Olivia Rose Darling 

“An exiled princess groups up with the final man she thought she may belief within the begin of a stunning and unforgettable epic fantasy romance collection.” (September 17)

Hampton Heights: One Harrowing Night in the Most Haunted Neighborhood in Milwaukee, Wisconsin by Dan Kois 

“A hair-raising and rollicking journey set on one night time in 1987, when six paperboys should confront a slew of monsters in addition to their very own private demons in a haunted Midwestern neighborhood.” (September 17)

My Vampire Plus-One by Jenna Levine 

As this paranormal romance goals to show, “nothing sucks greater than fake-dating a vampire.” (September 17)

Nightstrider by Sophia Slade 

“To cease a vicious demon’s conquest, nightmares and people will band collectively in guide certainly one of a heart-stopping new darkish fantasy collection.” (September 17)

Rewitched by Lucy Jane Wooden 

On this cozy fantasy, “a burned-out witch might want to flip to her pals and belief in herself to search out the magic in her personal life once more.” (September 17)

Ultra 85 by Logic

On this far-future story, “two pals uncover if the utopian planet Paradise lives as much as its identify.” (September 17)

September 24

Beyond the Throne: Epic Journeys, Enduring Friendships, and Surprising Tales by Kristian Nairn 

The Sport of Thrones star’s memoir particulars his time taking part in Hodor on the hit HBO present, in addition to his childhood in the course of the Troubles in Eire, his youth performing as a drag queen, and his profitable DJ profession. (September 24)

Carl’s Doomsday Scenario by Matt Dinniman 

The Dungeon Crawler Carl collection continues as “Carl and his ex-girlfriend’s cat, Princess Donut, combat fantastical creatures and lethal mobs to make it to the following degree and construct the type of fan following the dungeon masters can’t ignore.” (September 24)

Darkside by Michael Mammay

The Planetside collection continues as “retired Colonel Carl Butler gears up for one more army investigation, stuffed with hazard, company intrigue, and tech folks would kill for.” (September 24)

Devils Kill Devils by Johnny Compton 

When a girl’s guardian angel murders somebody she loves, she realizes he’s no “angel”—and that she’ll need to embrace her personal hellish aspect if she needs to outlive. (September 24)

A Fire in the Sky by Sophie Jordan 

On this grownup romantasy, a girl raised alongside royalty as a chosen “whipping lady” is pressured into a wedding scheme when a warrior invades their kingdom. She doesn’t notice there are magical secrets and techniques lurking inside her personal life. (September 24)

The Forest of Lost Souls by Dean Koontz 

“A fearless lady, raised within the forest, fights in opposition to a gaggle of highly effective males in a novel about good versus evil, the enduring nature of fantasy, and the facility of affection.” (September 24)

I’m Starting to Worry About This Black Box of Doom by Jason Pargin 

“Exterior Los Angeles, a driver pulls as much as discover a younger lady sitting on a big black field. She gives him $200,000 money to move her and that field throughout the nation, to Washington, DC … As these eccentric misfits hit the street, rumors unfold on social media that the field is a part of a fastidiously orchestrated terror assault meant to plunge the USA into civil warfare.” (September 24)

In the Garden of Monsters by Crystal King

In 1948 Italy, a mannequin who can’t bear in mind her previous poses for Salvador Dalí in a Roman backyard stuffed with large statues—and is quickly drawn into an eerie thriller that’s each private and mythological. (September 24)

The Midnight Club by Margot Harrison 

Former faculty pals reunite after 25 years to analyze a mysterious loss of life that’s haunted them through the years—with the assistance of a magical methodology to assist them get well their most uncomfortable recollections. (September 24)

The Naming Song by Jedediah Berry 

In a world with out phrases or borders, the Names Committee tries to revive order amid the roaming ghosts and monsters. Despatched to ship new phrases, a courier as an alternative seeks out her long-lost sister with some sympathetic supernatural pals—and inadvertently uncovers the way in which to a brighter future. (September 24)

Rainier’s Legacy by Chad Corrie 

“Be part of Corwyn Danther, ‘Famed Bard of the Midlands,’ as he faces off with halfling highwaymen, long-forgotten horrors, mystical encounters, conniving con males, and an previous flame with some questionable machinations, together with a number of different surprises on this quick story assortment.” (September 24)

Rumor Has It by Cat Rambo 

“The crew of the You Attractive Factor navigates the aftermath of going through down a pirate king and the relationships that they’ve created with each other in Cat Rambo’s motion journey science fiction Rumor Has It, the third guide within the Disco House Opera.” (September 24)

Sinophagia: A Celebration of Chinese Horror 2024 edited by Xueting C. Ni 

“Fourteen dazzling horror tales delve deep into the psyche of contemporary China on this new anthology curated by acclaimed author and essayist Xueting C. Ni, editor and translator of the British Fantasy Award-winning Sinopticon.” (September 24)

Space Oddity by Catherynne M. Valente 

“The Metagalactic Grand Prix—half gladiatorial contest, half magnificence pageant, half live performance extravaganza, and half continuation of the wars of the previous returns and the destiny of the Earth is as soon as once more threatened. The civilizations against humanity have been plotting and wish to take down the upstarts. Can humanity rise once more on this sequel to House Opera?” (September 24)

A Tide of Black Steel by Anthony Ryan

“The spectacular first novel in a brand new epic new fantasy trilogy impressed by Norse mythology.” (September 24)

Tiny Threads by Lilliam Rivera 

On this thriller, a girl who’s lastly advancing in her dream style profession begins to suspect the designer she’s working for could be hiding some sinister supernatural secrets and techniques. (September 24)

The Village Library Demon-Hunting Society by C.M. Waggoner 

“A librarian with a knack for fixing murders realizes there’s something decidedly supernatural afoot in her little city on this cozy fantasy thriller.” (September 24)

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