TOR Publishing is turning up the heat with a lineup that blends sweeping worlds, daring hearts, and stories that leave you breathless.
If you are like me, and always ready to fall into a universe full of magic, rebellion, and emotion, these upcoming titles are the ones to watch.
Consider this your next TBR temptation list. Enjoy!
"Crown of War and Shadow" by J.R. Ward
J.R. Ward is stepping into a brand-new realm and it’s nothing short of cinematic. Crown of War and Shadow launches her Kingdoms of the Compass series, promising danger, desire, and empires on the brink. Expect fierce heroines, secrets worth dying for, and that addictive emotional edge Ward does best.
Coming February 17, 2026, and yes, I am already counting the days.
"The Poet Empress" by Shen Tao
Every so often, a fantasy comes along that feels like a song. Shen Tao’s The Poet Empress spins poetry into power, a story of words that rule kingdoms and a woman who refuses to let others write her ending. Lush, emotional, and steeped in beauty, it’s one that’s bound to linger.
"West of Wicked" by Nikki St. Crowe
Think magic, dust, and danger colliding out on the edge of the world. Nikki St. Crowe’s West of Wicked delivers that outlaw energy, where monsters and mortals share the same sins. It’s dark, twisted, and thrilling in the best “I-can’t-look-away” kind of way.
"The Red Winter" by Cameron Sullivan
Cold air, colder hearts. The Red Winter takes readers into a frozen world where every breath feels like survival. Cameron Sullivan weaves mystery, haunting beauty, and something ancient lurking beneath the snow, a perfect pick for those who love their fantasy with a chill.
"Hell’s Heart" by Alexis Hall
Alexis Hall is back, and this time, they’re aiming straight for the soul. Hell’s Heart is fiery, fearless, and a little dangerous, with love tangled in myth and temptation. Expect wit, pain, and that signature Hall blend of humor and heartbreak that always leaves a mark.
"This Kingdom Will Not Kill Me" by Ilona Andrews
Few writing duos know how to mix sharp banter and breathtaking world-building quite like Ilona Andrews. Their new novel, This Kingdom Will Not Kill Me, is about power, defiance, and daring to stand tall when the world wants you broken. Expect swords, sass, and heart.
"We Burned So Bright" by T.J. Klune
No one does tenderness in chaos like T.J. Klune. We Burned So Bright feels like a love letter to resilience, full of warmth, wonder, and that ache of finding yourself in the fire. It’s heartfelt, inclusive, and guaranteed to tug at every emotion you’ve got.
"The Body" by Bethany C. Morrow
Bethany Morrow’s newest work, The Body, promises a mirror held up to identity and transformation. It’s bold, unsettling, and beautifully introspective, the kind of story that makes you pause, breathe, and think about the skin you live in. Morrow’s storytelling always feels alive, and this one sounds no different.
"Wolf Worm" by T. Kingfisher
Creepy and clever all at once, T. Kingfisher’s Wolf Worm slithers between horror and humor in a way only she can pull off. Expect eerie forests, uneasy laughter, and the kind of monsters that make you question who’s really the beast. A gothic treat with bite.
"Seasons of Glass and Iron" by Amal El-Mohtar
Delicate, devastating, and full of wonder, Seasons of Glass and Iron is Amal El-Mohtar’s return to fairy-tale storytelling, rich with emotion and luminous prose. It’s about strength, love, and the beauty that lives in brokenness. Every page feels like a whispered spell.
TOR continues to prove that fantasy and speculative fiction can be both fierce and deeply human.
These books shimmer with imagination and heart and are exactly the kind of reads that remind us why we fall in love with stories in the first place.
Until next time, keep reading under the rainbow. Happy reading!
