New Young Adult Books: What's Coming in 2023?
Updated: Jan 6
Happy New Year! Every year, I love building this list-- scrolling through cover reveals and book blurbs, scouring reader groups for discussion on anticipated titles, checking Goodreads lists, and of course, my own Kindle wish list. So, without further ado, here's YA Sci-Fi & Fantasy Addicts official list of 2023's Most Anticipated YA New Releases!

Most Anticipated YA Sci-Fi & Fantasy Books of 2023
The Stolen Heir by Holly Black

Release Date: January 3, 2023
A runaway queen. A reluctant prince. And a quest that may destroy them both. Return to the opulent world of Elfhame, filled with intrigue, betrayal, and dangerous desires, with this first book of a captivating new duology.
Fallen Kingdom (Shadows & Starlight, Book 4) by E.V. Everest

Release Date: May 18, 2023
The final book in the series! A forgotten princess. A dangerous secret. Will she claim her crown before her rivals claim her life? If you loved the royal court intrigue of Cruel Prince and the sci-fi, interstellar twist of Cinder, the Shadows & Starlight series is for you.
The Lady of Rolika: A Frostmarked Tale by Brendan Noble

Release Date: May 16, 2023
A fallen goddess cursed for eternity. An undying sorceress sworn to slay her. Only one can be The Lady of Rolika. A story of revenge, sinister magic, and hope amid the darkness, enter The Frostmarked Chronicles’ world of Slavic mythology with this tale inspired by the legend of Kostroma and Kupalo.
Twice Upon A Name

Release Date: April 20, 2023
Double the name and double the magic, mystery, and mayhem. Once upon a time, a fairy tale name generator issued a challenge to a group of authors. Volume Two of these quirky stories brings double trouble. A clean YA Anthology.
Chain of Thorns by Cassandra Clare

Release Date: January 31, 2023
James and Cordelia must save London—and their marriage—in this thrilling and highly anticipated conclusion to the Last Hours series from bestselling author Cassandra Clare.
False Earth by Cami Murdock Jensen

Release Date: January 31, 2023
Trapped, hunted, and stripped of her magic. Can she save the universe from enslavement and her friends from certain death? The final book in The Arch Mage series, if you love Percy Jackson action and portal fantasies to different worlds, this series will suck you in!
Enslaved by Sylvia Mercedes

Release Date: May 1, 2023
The romance and adventure continues . . . She will sacrifice everything. Even her freedom. But will it be enough?