Recs if you like Kill Your Darlings...

Horror books to read just for the aesthetic

as comprehensive a guide to ya horror as i can make it! work in progress, suggestions welcome ♡

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!

A list of the YA books published in 2026. Please comment if any are missing.