Fantasy and Science Fiction
June 2025

Recent Releases
A Harvest of Hearts
by Andrea Eames

When a young sorcerer accidentally snags a piece of her heart, Foss decides to take matters into her own hands and demand it back. However, the petulant and sulky Sylvester can't even fix his own mistakes, leading Foss to uncover the darkness lurking beneath the kingdom. This "delightful modern fairytale in which the heroine is determined to save herself" (Library Journal) is a must-read for fans of the Studio Ghibli adaptation of Howl's Moving Castle. 
The River Has Roots
by Amal El-Mohtar

In the small town of Thistleford, the two youngest Hawthorn sisters tend to the magic on the edge of the Faerie with more devotion than anyone else. However, when Esther abandons an arranged marriage for her lover from the Faerie, her bond with Ysabel is not the only thing in danger. Heart-wrenching and spellbinding, this enrapturing family fairy tale is the solo debut from one of the co-authors of the viral sensation This Is How You Lose the Time War.  
Where the Axe Is Buried
by Ray Nayler

In this geopolitical science fiction thriller, a revolutionary group may have the key to freedom from the authoritarian regime of the Federation by directly infiltrating the mind of the President. Meanwhile, Western European societies delve into AI governance, kicking off a chain of events that will impact the entire world. "A richly detailed evocation of a grim future that is, sadly, absolutely believable" (Kirkus Reviews), this title will appeal to fans of Malka Older and M.R. Carey. 
When the Moon Hits Your Eye
by John Scalzi

When the Earth's moon inexplicably turns into cheese, it turns the entire planet on its head. From astronauts to billionaires, teenagers and terminal patients, and everyone else besides, each character faces a surreal personal transformation over the course of a single lunar cycle. "Scalzi’s ability to balance scathing satire with heartfelt optimism shines" (Publishers Weekly) in this new title that will delight both long-time fans and newcomers looking for hopeful and hilarious science fiction.  
Tea You at the Altar
by Rebecca Thorne

In this third volume in the series that started with Can't Spell Treason Without Tea, Kianthe and Reyna are finally ready to say "I do" in just a week. But of course, everything is bound to go wrong with baby dragons, surprise parental visits, and conspiracies to overthrow the queen blocking their path to wedded bliss. For fans of: LGBTQIA+ cozy fantasy romance with a dash of intrigue such as The Honey Witch by Sydney Shields and Notorious Sorcerer by Davinia Evans. 
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