Book Riot published a list of five escapist science fiction books on May 26.
The post highlights lesser-known titles for readers seeking light reads. It includes Waypoint Kangaroo by Curtis C. Chen, Ascension by Jacqueline Koyanagi, I Got Abducted by Aliens and Now I’m Trapped in a Rom-Com by Kimberly Lemming, Moon Soul by Nathaniel Luscombe, and Chilling Effect by Valerie Valdes. The recommendations focus on humorous and low-stakes stories involving space adventures and alien encounters.
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March 2026 brings a diverse array of new science fiction and fantasy books, featuring works from award-winning authors like Rebecca Roanhorse and Amal El-Mohtar. These releases span space operas, historical fantasies, and speculative collections, offering readers fresh tales of monsters, immortality, and rebellion. Highlights include expansions of established worlds and debuts inspired by mythology.
A recent post on Book Riot recommends lesser-known science fiction books with vivid, immersive settings.
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A recent online post highlights several award-winning sci-fi and fantasy book series aimed at middle grade readers.
Building on earlier previews of March 2026's diverse book releases, Book Riot's Unusual Suspects newsletter (March 2) spotlights an array of new mysteries and thrillers. Spanning global settings from Algeria to Japan, subgenres like cozy puzzles and historical procedurals, and tones from lighthearted to trauma-focused, the list features authors including Tana French and Freida McFadden.
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Book Riot released details on titles that almost made their Best Mystery/Thriller Books of the Century So Far list. The selection process involved narrowing nominations to 50 standout works. All Access members receive the full list of contenders.
Book Riot released its 'Today in Books' roundup on March 15, 2026, summarizing literary headlines from the week. The post covers stories including Goodreads' most read books, 2026 Indies Choice Awards shortlists, and emerging tactics in destroying libraries. It also notes a pop icon set to star in an adaptation of The Bell Jar.
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A list of upcoming and available queer science fiction and fantasy titles for 2026 has been compiled for readers, adding to the ongoing coverage of this year's releases.