Recs if you like The Game of Oaths...

Be the trend setter of your book club or bookish friend group by getting to know the authors of next year’s publication cycle. These books are all by new talent in the publishing world from both the Big 5 and small, traditional publishers.

Be sure to also check out these authors on social media for ARC opportunities, and show these authors some love by requesting a purchase with your local library, or pre-ordering a copy yourself!

are you saving the world? or is the world saving you?

(mainly) fantasy books with (any combination of) morally grey characters, corrupt leadership, and maybe a perspective twist or two.

Fantasy books with historical time periods or elements!

Fantasy that takes inspiration from France (french myths, setting inspired by France, etc.)

A variety of contemporary and fantasy reads with light or dark themes featuring the circus or carnival. Read at your own risk! Recommendations welcome.

These authors rock socks off