This month marks the release of several highly anticipated titles from prominent authors in the science fiction and fantasy genres. Notable inclusions are works by George R. R. Martin, Terry Brooks, and Jim Butcher. It is important to note that Martin’s forthcoming title does not pertain to Winds of Winter or Game of Thrones. Below is a rundown of the notable science fiction books available in June 2018.
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Brief Cases by Jim Butcher
Jim Butcher, acclaimed for The Dresden Files series, which chronicles the escapades of Harry Dresden, Chicago’s only wizard private investigator, is set to unveil a new collection titled Brief Cases. This anthology gathers some of the best short stories from the Dresden universe, serving as a follow-up to Side Jobs. Although The Dresden Files comprises numerous standalone titles, many of these bear connections to others in the series, prompting readers to familiarize themselves with previous entries to enhance their experience of Brief Cases, expected to be followed by another anthology titled Peace Talks.
Expected release date: June 5
Buy: Brief Cases
Wild Hearts: Knaves Over Queens and Low Chicago – edited by George R. R. Martin
George R. R. Martin continues to contribute to the literary landscape with his latest projects, which notably do not include Winds of Winter. His latest titles, Wild Cards: Knaves Over Queens and Low Chicago, showcase his editorial work in the long-standing Wild Cards series, first initiated in 1986. Knaves Over Queens encapsulates the history of the Wild Cards universe from 1946 to the present, while Low Chicago introduces a novel that centers around a group of criminals equipped with time-traveling capabilities, posing a threat to global stability.
Expected release date: June 12 (Low Chicago), June 18 (Knaves Over Queens)
Buy: Low Chicago, or Knaves Over Queens
The Skaar Invasion by Terry Brooks
Terry Brooks, a venerable name in fantasy literature, returns with The Skaar Invasion, the second installment in his four-part series, The Fall of Shannara. Famed for his Shannara series, which boasts over 30 volumes, Brooks explores the enigmatic force that decimated Paranor, revealing that this threat is far more formidable than initially believed. The inhabitants of the Four Lands face imminent peril as the force responsible for Paranor’s destruction is now pursued by an even larger and more aggressive army.
Expected release date: June 19
Buy: The Skaar Invasion
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