Fantasy & science fiction

When they say you will fail ... fail to listen.The adventure continues in book two of the New York Times bestselling series from the fantasy author who is a legend herself: TAMORA PIERCE. A powerful classic that is more timely than ever, the Protector of the Small series is about smashing the ceilings others place above you.WHEN THEY SAY YOU WILL FAIL... FAIL TO LISTEN.As the only female page in history to pass the first year of training to become a knight, Keladry of Mindelan is a force to be reckoned with. But Kel's battle to prove herself isn't over. She must masterher paralyzing vertigo, the gruelling training schedule and the dark machinations of those who would rather she fail.But in times of danger, Kel shines.The kingdom's nobles are beginning to wonder if she can succeed far beyond what they imagined. And those who hate the idea of a female knight are getting desperate - they will doanything to halt her journey.A powerful classic that is more timely than ever, the Protector of the Small series is about smashing the ceilings others place above you.In a landmark quartet published years before it's time, Kel must prove herself twice as good as her male peers just to be thought equal. A series that touches on questions of courage, friendship, a humane perspective - told against a backdrop of a magical, action-packed fantasy adventure.'I take more comfort from and as great pleasure in Tamora Pierce's Tortall novels as I do from Game of Thrones'Washington Post

The first book in a bold new epic fantasy trilogy from the British Fantasy Society Award nominated RJ Barker, author of Age of Assassins

The Name of all Things continues an extraordinary fantasy adventure. Here prophesy and magic combine in a powerful epic of imperial politics, dragons, gods and demons. And a young woman discovers her actions will change an empire.

A new ice age. A mysterious object in space. And a desperate mission to save humanity from extinction.

The next thrilling Mercy Thompson novel - the major urban fantasy series from the No. 1 New York Times bestselling author

Set in a labyrinthine world of menace and wonder, The Hod King is the third novel in the highly acclaimed Books of Babel series, following on from Senlin Ascends and Arm of the Sphinx.

From world-famous fantasy novelist Tad Williams, Empire of Grass is Book Two of The Last King of Osten Ard.

Stephen Donaldson, the bestselling author of The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant, continues his Great God's War fantasy epic as two kingdoms - united by force - prepare to be challenged by a merciless enemy...

A powerhouse grimdark fantasy of bloodshed, ambition, and fate, The House of Sacrifice is the thunderous conclusion to Anna Smith Spark's Empires of Dust trilogy, which began with The Court of Broken Knives.

The conclusion to an epic fantasy trilogy with an irresistible hook: a ragtag group of adventurers tried to steal a dragon's gold and accidentally started a revolution. If you love the laugh-out-loud fantasy of Nicholas Eames's Kings of the Wyld or the wisecracking misfits of Guardians of the Galaxy, you'll love The Dragon Lords

The last human in the universe is on the run from god itself in this rip-roaring, unapologetic space opera.

Humanity clings to life on a dying Earth. Stefan Advani - rebel, outlaw, prisoner, survivor - bears witness to the desperate struggle for existence between life old and new.

A thrilling historical novel and the sequel to Skin, perfect for fans of Outlander and Game of Thrones.

The ninth novel in the urban fantasy series which began with Fated - the Alex Verus novels are magic-filled fan favourites, perfect for readers of Jim Butcher and Ben Aaronovitch

'VISCERAL . . . IRRESISTIBLE . . . a claustrophobic, deep-sea terror tale that will leave readers glad to be safely on dry land' Kirkus NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR MIRA GRANT RETURNS WITH A RAZOR-SHARP TALE OF THE HORRORS THAT LIE BENEATH . . . Seven years ago the Atargatis set off on a voyage to the Mariana Trench to film a mockumentary, bringing to life ancient sea creatures of legend. It was lost at sea with all hands. Some have called it a tragedy; others have called it a hoax.Now, a new crew has been assembled to investigate. And they'll discover that whatever is down there is definitely no joke . . .Praise for Mira Grant:'ASTONISHING' New York Times 'GRIPPING, THRILLING AND BRUTAL . . . A MASTERPIECE OF SUSPENSE' Publishers Weekly'INTELLIGENT AND EXCITING' Telegraph'MYSTERY, DANGER AND EXCITEMENT ABOUND' RT Book Reviews

Our life is brief . . . The definitive English language translation of the internationally bestselling Russian novel - a brilliant dark fantasy combining psychological suspense, enchantment, and terror that makes us consider human existence in a fresh and provocative way.

'One of my all time favourite fantasy novels!' Ellen Oh, author of the Prophecy and Spirit Hunters series The first book in a brand-new series set in ancient Japan from New York Times bestselling author Julie Kagawa.

A new bestseller: this is a fast-moving coming-of-age trilogy featuring a strong cast of diverse characters, brilliant set-pieces and a strong character and plot driven story.

KING OF RUIN. KING OF DUST AND SHADOWS. KING OF DEATH. HE WILL RULE ALL. THE KING IS COMING.

My whole life doesn't revolve around you, you know.'When she's not busy amassing armies of Cybermen, or manipulating the Doctor and his companions, Missy has plenty of time to kill (literally).

The standalone follow-up to the New York Times bestselling and critically acclaimed SF thriller, Lock In

A wildly inventive science fiction debut from the co-founder of io9 - 'Something genuinely and thrillingly new' William Gibson