The Biggest Books of Fall 2025: Fantasy & YA Edition

All hope seems lost for Helena, a prisoner of war grappling with a dreary world of death and dark magic — and an inexplicable case of amnesia. Epic and engrossing, this is the gritty and gothic read we’ve all been waiting for. Order the signed edition while you still can.

Acclaimed author R.F. Kuang journeys into the depths of the underworld in her latest fantasy swirling with dark academia vibes in this gripping tour de force. This is perfect for fans of Olivie Blake and Leigh Bardugo.

Hollywood glitz and glam take on a murderous sheen in Stephanie Garber’s gripping adult debut. Brimming with magic, adventure — and secrets, get ready for a twisty page-turner.

After accidentally stumbling into the mythical land of Yvelia, Saeris is grappling with another impossible journey — she’s the new Queen of the Blood Court. Return to the irresistible realm of the fae complete with heart-pounding action, banter that’ll make you blush and characters we can’t get enough of.

This lush, dark fantasy debut delivers atmospheric world-building, witchy tarot-like magic, and a steamy romantic subthread. It’s a loose reimagination of the English folk ballad “The Highwayman” and reads like a timeless fable. P

Right as your heart begins to heal from the aftermath of the Powerless Trilogy, we return to the kingdom for another battle. Set against the backdrop of Fearless, a beautiful and tragic tale tethering love, death and the price of power unfolds before our eyes.

Fans of the Belladonna series, welcome back to Thorn Grove. This holiday tale is filled with the same dark romance and twisting suspense that you love so much.

The stunning collector’s edition not only features a metallic slipcase and a static cover with foil stamping, but a full-color art insert, map illustrated endpapers and stained and stenciled edges.  

Come for the gorgeous design, stay for the addictive story. This dual-perspective fantasy is a work of art inside and out.

Matters of the heart had us holding our breath in Skyshade, and now Alex Aster’s Lightlark Saga returns raising the stakes even higher. With the storm brewing and danger drawing near, Isla must face the ghosts of love’s past and embrace her true calling — against all odds.     

To anyone who wanted more Effy and Preston, here’s your wish granted. This companion novella to A Study in Drowning is a charmer in more ways than one.

The genre-defining, pulse-pounding romance has never looked better. There’s no time like now to dig into Twilight, or to return for another go.

Featuring stunning full-color inside cover art and dazzling edge design, this deluxe paperback 20th anniversary edition is a collector’s dream.

Ideal for fans of the series, but equally perfect for those who haven’t experienced it yet, this stunning collection of angsty romance and sparkling action belongs on every shelf.

Two perspectives, two love stories, one book. This double telling of Hannah and Tobias is full of secrets, intrigue and indisputable chemistry — from both sides.

Star-crossed lovers are mated against their will: what could go wrong? Ali Hazelwood returns with another fiery, sharp-toothed paranormal romance where loyalties (and destiny) are tested.

A hockey-centric heartthrob of a rom-com, complete with quippy dialogue, relatable characters and fake dating. This is a trope-tastic breeze of a read.

Lyra and Malcolm are back on the trail towards uncovering the truth about Dust. This magically and scientifically entwined trilogy finds a brilliant and resounding conclusion that will speak to readers forever.

Deities, secrets and lies — a heroine rises to power. As leaders clash, the past comes back to haunt in this story of a young woman on the path to discovering her destiny.  

Devastating secrets, dark academia and a looming war. The sequel to Immortal Dark brings a new danger to Uxlay University, and this time, Kidan embarks on an all-consuming quest for power.