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Seattle Picks: Fantasy

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A selection of recently published fantasy titles recommended by our librarians. (Updated December 2020)

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The Book of Dragons

The Book of Dragons

An Anthology

by Strahan, Jonathan (EDT)/ Cai, Rovina (ILT)

Book - 2020

These are not your typical dragon stories and this anthology defies expectations as it delights, with the reigning voices in the fantasy field from Ken Liu to R. F. Kuang to Garth Nix These are not your typical dragon stories and this anthology defies expectations as it delights, with the reigning voices in the fantasy field from Ken Liu to R. F. Kuang to Garth Nix Show less

These are not your typical dragon stories and this anthology defies expectations as it delights, with the reigning voices in the fantasy field from Ken Liu to R. F. Kuang to Garth Nix These are not your typical dragon stories and this anthology defies expectations as it delights, with the reigning voices in the fantasy field from Ken Liu to R. F. Kuang to Garth Nix Show less

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The Angel of the Crows

The Angel of the Crows

by Addison, Katherine

Book - 2020

Two supernatural beings join forces with Inspector Lestrade to apprehend the Whitechapel murderer in this surprising and thoroughly original Jack the Ripper retelling. Two supernatural beings join forces with Inspector Lestrade to apprehend the Whitechapel murderer in this surprising and thoroughly original Jack the Ripper retelling. Show less

Two supernatural beings join forces with Inspector Lestrade to apprehend the Whitechapel murderer in this surprising and thoroughly original Jack the Ripper retelling. Two supernatural beings join forces with Inspector Lestrade to apprehend the Whitechapel murderer in this surprising and thoroughly original Jack the Ripper retelling. Show less

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Ninth House

Ninth House

by Bardugo, Leigh

Book - 2019

Recruited to Yale’s House of Lethe to monitor the magical doings of the school’s powerful secret societies, Galaxy “Alex” Stern’s rare ability to see ghosts gives her unique insight into the seemingly random murder of a young student. Recruited to Yale’s House of Lethe to monitor the magical doings of the school’s powerful secret societies, Galaxy “Alex” Stern’s rare ability to see ghosts gives her unique insight into the seemingly random murder of a young student. Show less

Recruited to Yale’s House of Lethe to monitor the magical doings of the school’s powerful secret societies, Galaxy “Alex” Stern’s rare ability to see ghosts gives her unique insight into the seemingly random murder of a young student. Recruited to Yale’s House of Lethe to monitor the magical doings of the school’s powerful secret societies, Galaxy “Alex” Stern’s rare ability to see ghosts gives her unique insight into the seemingly random murder of a young student. Show less

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Peace Talks

Peace Talks

by Butcher, Jim

Book - 2020

In the latest in the Dresden Files, wizard Harry Dresden settles into a sweet place in his personal life when the Chicago underworld rises against him in this humorous, action-filled noir. In the latest in the Dresden Files, wizard Harry Dresden settles into a sweet place in his personal life when the Chicago underworld rises against him in this humorous, action-filled noir. Show less

In the latest in the Dresden Files, wizard Harry Dresden settles into a sweet place in his personal life when the Chicago underworld rises against him in this humorous, action-filled noir. In the latest in the Dresden Files, wizard Harry Dresden settles into a sweet place in his personal life when the Chicago underworld rises against him in this humorous, action-filled noir. Show less

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King of the Rising

King of the Rising

by Callender, Kacen

Book - 2020

Winner of the 2020 World Fantasy Award, this sequel to Queen of the Conquered plunges into the midst of a rebellion where former slave Loren Jannik leads the battle against tyranny and oppression. Winner of the 2020 World Fantasy Award, this sequel to Queen of the Conquered plunges into the midst of a rebellion where former slave Loren Jannik leads the battle against tyranny and oppression. Show less

Winner of the 2020 World Fantasy Award, this sequel to Queen of the Conquered plunges into the midst of a rebellion where former slave Loren Jannik leads the battle against tyranny and oppression. Winner of the 2020 World Fantasy Award, this sequel to Queen of the Conquered plunges into the midst of a rebellion where former slave Loren Jannik leads the battle against tyranny and oppression. Show less

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The Empire of Gold

The Empire of Gold

by Chakraborty, S. A.

Book - 2020

The final installment of this epic trilogy finds Nahri and Ali in 18th century Egypt, where the actions and secrets of their ancestors are finally brought...Show more The final installment of this epic trilogy finds Nahri and Ali in 18th century Egypt, where the actions and secrets of their ancestors are finally brought to light, forcing both to reckon with their pasts and make crucial decisions about their futures. Show less

The final installment of this epic trilogy finds Nahri and Ali in 18th century Egypt, where the actions and secrets of their ancestors are finally brought...Show more The final installment of this epic trilogy finds Nahri and Ali in 18th century Egypt, where the actions and secrets of their ancestors are finally brought to light, forcing both to reckon with their pasts and make crucial decisions about their futures. Show less

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Ring Shout

Ring Shout

Or, Hunting Ku Kluxes in the End Times

by Clark, P. Djèlí

Book - 2020

Cosmic horror abounds in this novella about Ku Kluxes, demonic KKK members, and the resourceful band of Black women, fresh from their undercover stint with the Harlem Hellfighters, who fight them. Cosmic horror abounds in this novella about Ku Kluxes, demonic KKK members, and the resourceful band of Black women, fresh from their undercover stint with the Harlem Hellfighters, who fight them. Show less

Cosmic horror abounds in this novella about Ku Kluxes, demonic KKK members, and the resourceful band of Black women, fresh from their undercover stint with the Harlem Hellfighters, who fight them. Cosmic horror abounds in this novella about Ku Kluxes, demonic KKK members, and the resourceful band of Black women, fresh from their undercover stint with the Harlem Hellfighters, who fight them. Show less

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Piranesi

Piranesi

by Clarke, Susanna

Book - 2020

Trapped in a labyrinthian house composed of infinite rooms, Piranesi assists the Other, the house’s second occupant, who is obsessed with A Great and Secr...Show more Trapped in a labyrinthian house composed of infinite rooms, Piranesi assists the Other, the house’s second occupant, who is obsessed with A Great and Secret Knowledge. When Piranesi is contacted by a third person, it threatens to unseat the balance of power and Piranesi’s own reality. Show less

Trapped in a labyrinthian house composed of infinite rooms, Piranesi assists the Other, the house’s second occupant, who is obsessed with A Great and Secr...Show more Trapped in a labyrinthian house composed of infinite rooms, Piranesi assists the Other, the house’s second occupant, who is obsessed with A Great and Secret Knowledge. When Piranesi is contacted by a third person, it threatens to unseat the balance of power and Piranesi’s own reality. Show less

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Magic for Liars

Magic for Liars

by Gailey, Sarah

Book - 2019

PI Ivy Gamble has a twin she hasn’t spoken to for years, but when a murder occurs at the magic school where her sister teaches, their paths cross again with dramatic and unexpected consequences. PI Ivy Gamble has a twin she hasn’t spoken to for years, but when a murder occurs at the magic school where her sister teaches, their paths cross again with dramatic and unexpected consequences. Show less

PI Ivy Gamble has a twin she hasn’t spoken to for years, but when a murder occurs at the magic school where her sister teaches, their paths cross again with dramatic and unexpected consequences. PI Ivy Gamble has a twin she hasn’t spoken to for years, but when a murder occurs at the magic school where her sister teaches, their paths cross again with dramatic and unexpected consequences. Show less

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The Archive of the Forgotten

The Archive of the Forgotten

by Hackwith, A. J.

Book - 2020

In this high-concept sequel to The Library of the Forgotten, damaged books in the Library of the Unwritten have leaked their collective ink into a deep pool of tremendous power. In this high-concept sequel to The Library of the Forgotten, damaged books in the Library of the Unwritten have leaked their collective ink into a deep pool of tremendous power. Show less

In this high-concept sequel to The Library of the Forgotten, damaged books in the Library of the Unwritten have leaked their collective ink into a deep pool of tremendous power. In this high-concept sequel to The Library of the Forgotten, damaged books in the Library of the Unwritten have leaked their collective ink into a deep pool of tremendous power. Show less

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Master of Poisons

Master of Poisons

A Novel

by Hairston, Andrea

Book - 2020

The lands of the Arkhysian Empire are being destroyed by an ever-expanding poison desert and the very survival of its people depend on a young griot and the Emperor’s second in command. The lands of the Arkhysian Empire are being destroyed by an ever-expanding poison desert and the very survival of its people depend on a young griot and the Emperor’s second in command. Show less

The lands of the Arkhysian Empire are being destroyed by an ever-expanding poison desert and the very survival of its people depend on a young griot and the Emperor’s second in command. The lands of the Arkhysian Empire are being destroyed by an ever-expanding poison desert and the very survival of its people depend on a young griot and the Emperor’s second in command. Show less

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The Once and Future Witches

The Once and Future Witches

by Harrow, Alix E.

Book - 2020

In 1893 New Salem, three sisters join the suffragist movement and find themselves simultaneously and inextricably drawn toward the magic that is long thought to have been eradicated from the world. In 1893 New Salem, three sisters join the suffragist movement and find themselves simultaneously and inextricably drawn toward the magic that is long thought to have been eradicated from the world. Show less

In 1893 New Salem, three sisters join the suffragist movement and find themselves simultaneously and inextricably drawn toward the magic that is long thought to have been eradicated from the world. In 1893 New Salem, three sisters join the suffragist movement and find themselves simultaneously and inextricably drawn toward the magic that is long thought to have been eradicated from the world. Show less

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Woven in Moonlight

Woven in Moonlight

by Ibañez, Isabel

Book - 2020

Ximena, a royal decoy, is married into the enemy’s court to stave off war and quickly becomes a political pawn but she is not without power and becomes a formidable enemy with one goal: revenge. Ximena, a royal decoy, is married into the enemy’s court to stave off war and quickly becomes a political pawn but she is not without power and becomes a formidable enemy with one goal: revenge. Show less

Ximena, a royal decoy, is married into the enemy’s court to stave off war and quickly becomes a political pawn but she is not without power and becomes a formidable enemy with one goal: revenge. Ximena, a royal decoy, is married into the enemy’s court to stave off war and quickly becomes a political pawn but she is not without power and becomes a formidable enemy with one goal: revenge. Show less

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The City We Became

The City We Became

by Jemisin, N. K.

Book - 2020

Across the boroughs of New York, six people awaken with a deep, omniscient awareness of their city, but they must find each other before an ancient enemy destroys them one by one. Across the boroughs of New York, six people awaken with a deep, omniscient awareness of their city, but they must find each other before an ancient enemy destroys them one by one. Show less

Across the boroughs of New York, six people awaken with a deep, omniscient awareness of their city, but they must find each other before an ancient enemy destroys them one by one. Across the boroughs of New York, six people awaken with a deep, omniscient awareness of their city, but they must find each other before an ancient enemy destroys them one by one. Show less

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Trouble the Saints

Trouble the Saints

by Johnson, Alaya Dawn

Book - 2020

Phyllis LeBlanc, an assassin with supernatural abilities, is swept up in racial tensions and disturbing visions as America enters WWII. Phyllis LeBlanc, an assassin with supernatural abilities, is swept up in racial tensions and disturbing visions as America enters WWII. Show less

Phyllis LeBlanc, an assassin with supernatural abilities, is swept up in racial tensions and disturbing visions as America enters WWII. Phyllis LeBlanc, an assassin with supernatural abilities, is swept up in racial tensions and disturbing visions as America enters WWII. Show less

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The House in the Cerulean Sea

The House in the Cerulean Sea

by Klune, TJ

Book - 2020

Linus Baker works for the Department in Charge of Magical Youth (DICOMY) where he evaluates orphanages for children with magical abilities. When he is tas...Show more Linus Baker works for the Department in Charge of Magical Youth (DICOMY) where he evaluates orphanages for children with magical abilities. When he is tasked to visit an institution swathed in warnings, Linus must do more than consult his manual to get the job done--he will also have to listen to his heart. Show less

Linus Baker works for the Department in Charge of Magical Youth (DICOMY) where he evaluates orphanages for children with magical abilities. When he is tas...Show more Linus Baker works for the Department in Charge of Magical Youth (DICOMY) where he evaluates orphanages for children with magical abilities. When he is tasked to visit an institution swathed in warnings, Linus must do more than consult his manual to get the job done--he will also have to listen to his heart. Show less

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The Burning God

The Burning God

by Kuang, R. F.

Book - 2020

The third in the Poppy War trilogy, a fantasy based on Chinese history and the interrogation of mythos, war, and radicalization, culminates with Rin preparing for a battle against the Dragon Republic. The third in the Poppy War trilogy, a fantasy based on Chinese history and the interrogation of mythos, war, and radicalization, culminates with Rin preparing for a battle against the Dragon Republic. Show less

The third in the Poppy War trilogy, a fantasy based on Chinese history and the interrogation of mythos, war, and radicalization, culminates with Rin preparing for a battle against the Dragon Republic. The third in the Poppy War trilogy, a fantasy based on Chinese history and the interrogation of mythos, war, and radicalization, culminates with Rin preparing for a battle against the Dragon Republic. Show less

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The Four Profound Weaves

The Four Profound Weaves

by Lemberg, R. B.

Book - 2020

A novella in the Birdverse world tells the story of two transgender elders who learn to weave fatal strands together in a race against death. A novella in the Birdverse world tells the story of two transgender elders who learn to weave fatal strands together in a race against death. Show less

A novella in the Birdverse world tells the story of two transgender elders who learn to weave fatal strands together in a race against death. A novella in the Birdverse world tells the story of two transgender elders who learn to weave fatal strands together in a race against death. Show less

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House of Earth and Blood

House of Earth and Blood

by Maas, Sarah J.

Book - 2020

After her best friend is killed by a demon, half-human, half-Fae Bryce Quinlan reluctantly joins forces with a fallen Angel to find the murderer. After her best friend is killed by a demon, half-human, half-Fae Bryce Quinlan reluctantly joins forces with a fallen Angel to find the murderer. Show less

After her best friend is killed by a demon, half-human, half-Fae Bryce Quinlan reluctantly joins forces with a fallen Angel to find the murderer. After her best friend is killed by a demon, half-human, half-Fae Bryce Quinlan reluctantly joins forces with a fallen Angel to find the murderer. Show less

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Middlegame

Middlegame

by McGuire, Seanan

Book - 2019

Roger and Dodger, twins raised apart and unaware of one another, start communicating telepathically in this dark fantasy about twins, math, and a nefariou...Show more Roger and Dodger, twins raised apart and unaware of one another, start communicating telepathically in this dark fantasy about twins, math, and a nefarious plot hundreds of years in the making. Because McGuire is so extra she also penned the story within this one under a pseudonym: Over the Woodland Wall by A. Deborah Baker. Show less

Roger and Dodger, twins raised apart and unaware of one another, start communicating telepathically in this dark fantasy about twins, math, and a nefariou...Show more Roger and Dodger, twins raised apart and unaware of one another, start communicating telepathically in this dark fantasy about twins, math, and a nefarious plot hundreds of years in the making. Because McGuire is so extra she also penned the story within this one under a pseudonym: Over the Woodland Wall by A. Deborah Baker. Show less

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Beneath the Rising

Beneath the Rising

by Mohamed, Premee

Book - 2020

Joanna “Johnny” Chambers and Nick Prasad are childhood friends who wind up facing changing feelings for one another and an awakened evil that Johnny accidentally unleashes via one of her genius creations. Joanna “Johnny” Chambers and Nick Prasad are childhood friends who wind up facing changing feelings for one another and an awakened evil that Johnny accidentally unleashes via one of her genius creations. Show less

Joanna “Johnny” Chambers and Nick Prasad are childhood friends who wind up facing changing feelings for one another and an awakened evil that Johnny accidentally unleashes via one of her genius creations. Joanna “Johnny” Chambers and Nick Prasad are childhood friends who wind up facing changing feelings for one another and an awakened evil that Johnny accidentally unleashes via one of her genius creations. Show less

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Mexican Gothic

Mexican Gothic

by Moreno-Garcia, Silvia

Book - 2020

Noemí rushes to her newly married cousin Catalina’s side when a disturbing letter appears and finds that High Place, Catalina’s husband’s estate, is rife and ripe with a creeping evil. Noemí rushes to her newly married cousin Catalina’s side when a disturbing letter appears and finds that High Place, Catalina’s husband’s estate, is rife and ripe with a creeping evil. Show less

Noemí rushes to her newly married cousin Catalina’s side when a disturbing letter appears and finds that High Place, Catalina’s husband’s estate, is rife and ripe with a creeping evil. Noemí rushes to her newly married cousin Catalina’s side when a disturbing letter appears and finds that High Place, Catalina’s husband’s estate, is rife and ripe with a creeping evil. Show less

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New Suns

New Suns

Original Speculative Fiction by People of Color

Book - 2019

Winner of the Ignyte, World Fantasy, and Locus Award, this anthology of speculative fiction by people of color gets its title from this Octavia Butler quotation: “There’s nothing new under the sun, but there are new suns.” Winner of the Ignyte, World Fantasy, and Locus Award, this anthology of speculative fiction by people of color gets its title from this Octavia Butler quotation: “There’s nothing new under the sun, but there are new suns.” Show less

Winner of the Ignyte, World Fantasy, and Locus Award, this anthology of speculative fiction by people of color gets its title from this Octavia Butler quotation: “There’s nothing new under the sun, but there are new suns.” Winner of the Ignyte, World Fantasy, and Locus Award, this anthology of speculative fiction by people of color gets its title from this Octavia Butler quotation: “There’s nothing new under the sun, but there are new suns.” Show less

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A Deadly Education

A Deadly Education

A Novel

by Novik, Naomi

Book - 2020

The Hunger Games meets Harry Potter in this compulsively readable new series in which Galadriel meters out just enough of her formidable talent to survive...Show more The Hunger Games meets Harry Potter in this compulsively readable new series in which Galadriel meters out just enough of her formidable talent to survive student-eating monsters and ruthless classmates, but the odious Orion Lake keeps upsetting her plans. Show less

The Hunger Games meets Harry Potter in this compulsively readable new series in which Galadriel meters out just enough of her formidable talent to survive...Show more The Hunger Games meets Harry Potter in this compulsively readable new series in which Galadriel meters out just enough of her formidable talent to survive student-eating monsters and ruthless classmates, but the odious Orion Lake keeps upsetting her plans. Show less

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The Midnight Bargain

The Midnight Bargain

by Polk, C. L.

Book - 2020

Set in Regency-era England, Beatrice Clayborn hopes to save her financially ruined family by becoming a sorceress rather than submitting to an arranged ma...Show more Set in Regency-era England, Beatrice Clayborn hopes to save her financially ruined family by becoming a sorceress rather than submitting to an arranged marriage that would strip her of her magic but a bargain with a luck spirit may cost her everything. Show less

Set in Regency-era England, Beatrice Clayborn hopes to save her financially ruined family by becoming a sorceress rather than submitting to an arranged ma...Show more Set in Regency-era England, Beatrice Clayborn hopes to save her financially ruined family by becoming a sorceress rather than submitting to an arranged marriage that would strip her of her magic but a bargain with a luck spirit may cost her everything. Show less

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