Welcome to The Book Briefing, your weekly roundup of the biggest, buzziest, and most exciting news from the book world. From blockbuster authors to surprise releases, here is what is making headlines right now.
Rebecca Yarros is already working on Book #4
Rebecca Yarros is officially back at her desk, and fans of the Empyrean series have reason to celebrate. Book four is already in progress, with Yarros deep in plotting mode, and even curating a playlist, which usually means things are getting serious.
But that is not all. She has also hinted at a mysterious 176-page project arriving in September 2026. And no, it is not the graphic novel everyone has been speculating about. Intriguing.
Sarah A. Parker is heading to New Zealand
Big news for Kiwi readers. Sarah A. Parker has announced New Zealand tour dates for The Ballad of Falling Dragons.
The bestselling fantasy author will be visiting in June, bringing her epic world and devoted fanbase along with her. Even better, she will be stopping by Book Hero! Safe to say, local fantasy lovers are counting down the days.
Veronica Roth returns with a twist
Veronica Roth is back in the Divergent universe, but not in the way you might expect. Announced at BookCon, her upcoming duology explores an alternate timeline asking, what if Tris never chose Dauntless?
This is not a sequel or prequel. It is a bold reimagining. The first book, The Sixth Faction, is set to release on October 6.
A new Heated Rivalry book is coming, but not the one you think
Fans of Heated Rivalry have something new to look forward to, but with a twist. Instead of a traditional sequel, I’ll Believe in Anything: The Making of Heated Rivalry Season 1 dives behind the scenes of the TV adaptation. Written by creator Jacob Tierney, the book explores everything from character chemistry to storytelling decisions.
It is set to drop in October, with the cover reveal still to come.
Pax Assadi announces his debut memoir
New Zealand comedian Pax Assadi is stepping into the literary world with his debut memoir, Mortified.
Landing on May 5, 2026, the book promises a mix of chaos, cringe, and sharp storytelling, a natural extension of his comedic voice. Expect something honest, funny, and a little bit uncomfortable in the best way.
Freida McFadden reveals her true identity
In one of the more surprising reveals, bestselling thriller author Freida McFadden has shared her real identity.
By day, she is Dr. Sara Cohen, and by night, the mind behind some of the genre’s biggest hits. The double life era is officially over, and readers are getting the full picture behind the author of The Housemaid.
Jenny Han enters her graphic novel era
Lara Jean is not done with us just yet. More than a decade after To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before first captured hearts, it is getting a graphic novel adaptation. Set to release on May 5, the project is adapted by Barbara Perez Marquez and illustrated by Akimaro and Li Lu.
Same iconic romance, now in a whole new format.
That is it for this week’s Book Briefing, your go-to weekly roundup of everything worth knowing in the book world right now. From major author announcements to surprise releases and behind-the-scenes moments, we have got you covered.
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