Sarah J. Maas Returns to ACOTAR Series with Two New Novels
After a five-year hiatus, bestselling romantasy author Sarah J. Maas has delighted her global fanbase by announcing two new untitled books in her beloved "A Court of Thorns and Roses" series. The news, which marks a major publishing event, was confirmed this week by her publisher Bloomsbury, promising a rapid release schedule over the coming months.
Release Dates and Series Details
Bloomsbury has scheduled the sixth book in the ACOTAR series for publication on October 27, 2026, with the seventh installment following closely on January 12, 2027. Both novels currently remain untitled, adding to the anticipation among readers. The last previous entry in the series, "A Court of Silver Flames," was published in February 2021, focusing on protagonist Feyre Archeron's continuing saga.
Maas, who celebrated her 40th birthday this week, first shared the exciting announcement during an appearance on the popular podcast "Call Her Daddy." She explained the lengthy gap between books, stating, "It took me a while to find the right story and find the right head space. And then what poured out of me was this, and it poured out very quickly." This suggests the author experienced a creative surge once she settled on the direction for these new installments.
Maas's Publishing Phenomenon
Sarah J. Maas has established herself as a powerhouse in contemporary fantasy literature, with her books achieving remarkable commercial success. According to Bloomsbury's figures, her works have sold more than 75 million copies worldwide across all her series. Beyond ACOTAR, Maas is also renowned for her other popular series including "Throne of Glass" and "Crescent City," which have similarly captivated millions of readers globally.
The announcement of two new ACOTAR books within an eleven-month period represents a significant commitment from both author and publisher to satisfy the enormous demand from Maas's dedicated fan community. This development is likely to generate substantial buzz in literary circles and among romantasy enthusiasts as the release dates approach.
