69 New Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Horror Books Coming Your Way in February

As the new year unfolds, the literary world is gearing up for an explosion of creativity, and February 2026 is shaping up to be a monumental month for fans of science fiction, fantasy, and horror. With 69 new titles hitting shelves, this month promises to deliver a diverse array of stories that will captivate, thrill, and transport readers to worlds both familiar and fantastical. From dark gothic tales to heartwarming romantasies, February is a treasure trove for book lovers. Here’s a detailed look at some of the most anticipated releases.

February 3: A Strong Start to the Month

The month kicks off with a bang, featuring a mix of genres that cater to every reader’s taste. Greer Stothers’ Apparently, Sir Cameron Needs to Die offers a hilarious gay fantasy romance where a reclusive sorcerer is thrust into protecting a cowardly knight after a prophecy binds their fates. Meanwhile, Rym Kechacha’s The Apple and the Pearl transports readers to a richly atmospheric world where a ballet troupe of lost souls performs for faerie realms, knowing they could be snatched away at any moment.

Ian McDonald’s Boy, With Accidental Dinosaur blends How to Train Your Dragon with Mad Max, following an orphan in a fractured Southwest who dreams of riding a dinosaur under the lights. Demi Winters’ Dawn of the North continues the Viking-inspired Ashen romantasy series, while Jasmin Kirkbride’s The Forest on the Edge of Time combines time-travel and climate fiction in a dazzling narrative.

Leila Siddiqui’s The Glowing Hours offers a mind-bending gothic horror story set in the summer Mary Shelley began Frankenstein, told through the eyes of her Indian housemaid. Callie Kazumi’s Greedy delivers a dark thriller set in Japan, where a gambling addict masquerades as a private chef to a reclusive billionaire with deadly tastes.

February 10: A Week of Twists and Turns

The second week of February brings even more excitement. A.T. Qureshi’s The Baby Dragon Bookshop sparks fiery romance between enemies forced to work together at a baby dragon bookshop. Bethany C. Morrow’s The Body is a pulse-pounding supernatural horror story about a woman facing bizarre attacks on her marriage.

Johnny Compton’s Dead First follows a private investigator hired by a mysterious billionaire to uncover why he can’t die. Sarah G. Pierce’s For Human Use is a twisted tale of modern love that bends genres and sears itself into your brain. A.G. Slatter’s A Forest, Darkly delves into persecuted witches, snatched children, and twisted magic.

Michelle Maryk’s The Found Object Society explores a mysterious society offering members the chance to relive another person’s death. A.M. Shine’s Grace is a haunting Gothic horror tale based on Irish mythology, while Jonathan Yanez’s Hard Reset offers a fast-paced LitRPG adventure blending sci-fi and apocalyptic themes.

February 17: Mid-Month Magic

The third week of February is packed with standout titles. Heather Fawcett’s Agnes Aubert’s Mystical Cat Shelter is a heartwarming cozy fantasy about a woman running a cat rescue in 1920s Montréal. Kate Quinn’s The Astral Library invites readers into a world where books are doors to new lives and futures.

Eirinie Carson’s Bloodfire, Baby is a maternal gothic tale of new motherhood and centuries-old hauntings. J.R. Ward’s Crown of War and Shadow launches a new romantasy series, while Nnedi Okorafor’s The Daughter Who Remains concludes the She Who Knows trilogy in the Africanfuturist universe.

February 24: A Grand Finale

The month wraps up with a flurry of releases. Edward Ashton’s After the Fall is a part alien invasion, part buddy comedy, and part workplace satire that asks if humans would make great pets. Chase Gamwell’s Aiko’s Choice follows a woman cleansing the galaxy of darkness, only to be plagued by unexplained visions.

Yuta Takahashi’s The Calico Cat at the Chibineko Kitchen is a heartwarming tale of a restaurant where meals can summon loved ones from the past. Saara El-Arifi’s Cleopatra: A Novel offers a sensuous retelling of the legendary queen’s story. Lindy Ryan’s Dollface is a slasher story set in suburban New Jersey, where a serial killer targets overly made-up moms.

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February 2026 is shaping up to be a month of literary magic, with something for every reader to enjoy. Whether you’re into dark horror, heartwarming romance, or epic adventures, these 69 new releases are sure to keep you turning pages well into the night.

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