New and Upcoming Fantasy Picks for Secondary Education

By Tina Parmar | May 7 2026 | Secondary Education

For secondary school educators looking to boost reading engagement, fantasy continues to deliver high-interest storytelling. These new and upcoming fantasy releases offer a dynamic mix of fast-paced plots, immersive world building, and character-driven narratives that resonate strongly with middle and high school students. From myth-inspired stories to darker, more complex adventures, the range ensures broad appeal across reading levels and interests.

For educators, they also support meaningful learning beyond enjoyment. Themes of identity, choice, morality, and resilience run through many of these stories, making them ideal for independent reading programs and in class book clubs.

See here for the full list of new and upcoming picks.

See here for rest of fantasy titles for secondary education.

9780593706190
In this fiery conclusion to the magical Paper Dragons series, Zhi Ging must harness her newfound powers and confront her greatest fears to save everyone she loves. Perfect for fans of Impossible Creatures and The School for Good and Evil.
$18.99 US
Dec 01, 2026
Hardcover
432 Pages
Delacorte Press
US, Canada, Open Mkt

9780593809945
The highly anticipated third book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Impossible Creatures series. Join Christopher and Anya on their next daring adventures in the magical Archipelago! *This spectacular book features foil and embossing on the jacket, full-color designed endpapers, stained edges, and gorgeous interior illustrations.*
$19.99 US
Sep 01, 2026
Hardcover
336 Pages
Knopf Books for Young Readers
US,OpnMkt(no EU/CAN)

9780142426081
The third installment in the must-read horror fantasy series for fans of Small Spaces, Nightbooks, and Wednesday
$10.99 US
Sep 01, 2026
Paperback
320 Pages
Puffin Books
US, Canada, Open Mkt

9798217242726
The gripping conclusion to the action-packed, ruthless, and romantic fantasy duology that began with HEIR, from the #1 New York Times bestselling and National Book Award–winning author Sabaa Tahir.
$14.00 US
Sep 22, 2026
Paperback
528 Pages
G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers
US, Canada, Open Mkt
Export Edition

9798217027897
Willa has no memory of anything before arriving at Dorsey House, and when she meets two sinister girls who seem to already know her, she slowly begins to lose her grip on what is real . . . and what is a lie. A haunting contemporary speculative thriller for fans of Kill Creatures and We Were Liars.
$19.99 US
Aug 11, 2026
Hardcover
272 Pages
Delacorte Press
World

9780593708446
In a kingdom cursed to turn people into dragons, two teens from opposite worlds, each with nothing left to lose, form an uneasy alliance. Told in dual perspectives, this sweeping debut follows their search for redemption and the slow-burning bond that could save them both.
$19.99 US
Aug 04, 2026
Hardcover
416 Pages
Knopf Books for Young Readers
US, Canada, Open Mkt