Random House Worlds August 2026 Solicitations

Diana Bishop’s family oracle deck from the beloved novel The Black Bird Oracle comes to life in this magical 52-card deck from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Discovery of Witches, Deborah Harkness. The Black Bird Oracle Deck is a recreation of the seventeenth-century deck that plays a pivotal role in The Black Bird Oracle, the fifth novel in the beloved All Souls series. Handed down in the Proctor family for centuries before witch and Oxford scholar Diana Bishop discovered its secrets , The Black Bird Oracle Deck features 52 oracle cards and a guidebook that invites readers into this powerful world of magic and divination. Wholly original and beautifully illustrated, the deck includes cards in the following categories: I. Elements II. Birds III. Covens IV. Tools V. Principles VI. Alchemical Processes VII. Moon Phases VIII. Magics Cards are printed on high-quality paper with rounded edges and textural graining, and they are contained within a deluxe, clamshell box with a ribbon pull. A perfect gift for fans of the All Souls series or tarot enthusiasts, The Black Bird Oracle Deck will help readers divine the twisting paths of life.

Return to the world of Shannara with the sequel to Galaphile, and discover how the seeds of the greatest evil that the Four Lands has ever known inadvertently grew out of Galaphileʼs dream for peace—from the New York Times bestselling authors Terry Brooks and Delilah S. Dawson. Years have passed since Galaphile Joss and his life partner, Nirianne, established Paranor as a way to bring harmony to the Four Lands. Now their two sons are becoming men in a land of peace and plenty. Admittedly, it is a land that their eldest child, Abronja, finds rather boring. At sixteen, he longs for a way to prove himself—a chance to show he is every bit the equal of his famous father. But when the excitement he has been longing for materializes, it is in the form of an old evil: a dark sorcerer whom his father had defeated but not destroyed. And who is now back, stronger and deadlier than ever. Galaphile has always dreaded this wicked resurgence—and not just because of what it means for the wider world. Abronja was conceived while the dark sorcerer had control of Nirianne, and Galaphile has always feared that a spark of malevolence lives on in his beloved child. Abronja, for his part, is certain he will never be corrupted by evil. He is fully committed to his fatherʼs vision for peace and is determined to make his name by finally destroying the monster that has targeted his family. But tangling with dark magic is not a thing to be taken lightly—especially for a young man as yet untested in the ways of the world. And when the repercussions of this encounter could have consequences for centuries to come . . .

From New York Times bestselling author James Luceno comes a Star Wars adventure that reveals the action and intrigue unfolding directly before Episode I: The Phantom Menace . Mired in greed and corruption, tangled in bureaucracy, the Galactic Republic is crumbling. In the outlying systems, where the Trade Federation maintains a stranglehold on shipping routes, tensions are boiling over—while back in the comfort of Coruscant, the hub of civilized space and seat of the Republic government, few senators seem inclined to investigate the problem. And those who suspect Supreme Chancellor Valorum of having a hand in the machinations are baffled—especially when Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn and his apprentice Obi-Wan Kenobi foil an assassination attempt on the Chancellor. With the crisis escalating, Valorum calls for an emergency trade summit. As humans and aliens gather, conspiracies sealed with large sums of money run rampant, and no one is entirely above suspicion. But the greatest threat of all remains unknown to everyone except three members of the Trade Federation who have entered into a shadowy alliance with a dark overlord. While the trio will be content with more money and fewer problems, Darth Sidious has grander, far more terrifying plans. It is a time that tests the mettle of all those who strive to hold the Republic together—none more so than the Jedi Knights, who have long been the galaxy's best hope for preserving peace and justice. Yet despite their most valiant efforts, the meeting will explode into fiery chaos beyond everyone's worst fears . . .

From the most disappointing daughter in her family to the disciple of the world’s most infamous demon . . . The Eisner Award-nominated webcomic by Velinxi is now available in print for the first time. Shen Yuhua is the disgrace of her clan. She inherited none of her immortal father’s powers, she’s been rejected by more than twenty suitors, and her mother was executed for treason. With no one but her bumbling servant Swallowtail on her side, Yuhua seems destined to live in shame and obscurity. Her world turns upside down when she encounters Chu Tian, the fearsome Demon with a Thousand Faces—and accidentally frees him from the abyss where her father imprisoned him decades ago. Even worse, she’s forced to become his disciple. Can Yuhua finally develop powers that will make her a warrior worthy of the Shen name, or will her new teacher become her greatest downfall? Volume 1 collects episodes 1-20 of the Tapas webcomic Daughter of a Thousand Faces .

The first volume of a new epic trilogy set in the world of Krynn, written by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman, the creators of Dragonlance. Vinus Solamnus wrote: The practice of magic is secretive, inherently deceitful, and dishonorable. Those who practice magic are forbidden to enter the knighthood, nor should they be connected to the knighthood in any way. The boy with a rare gift for magic was born in Solamnia, a nation that despised and distrusted mages. His father tried to beat the magic out of him. The knights threatened him with imprisonment and exile. He endured tragedy and heartbreak. Yet he persisted with his magic, for the sake of the magic. One friend stood by him when others persecuted him, a young man who was studying for the knighthood. No one could understand this unlikely friendship. The knight was Huma. The boy took the name, Magius. The two would one day become famous in Solamnic history, fighting together to defeat the Queen of Darkness. But that future is distant, far down the River of Time. For now, this is the story of an unlikely friendship that would one day change the world.

Juvelian's past is no longer a mystery, but she's running out of time in the present . . . This manhwa adaptation of Hong Heesu's webnovel is now available in English print for the first time. Juvelian’s coming-of-age ceremony is finally happening, and the day is even more dazzling than she had hoped. But a sudden turn of events uncovers long-lost tragic memories and reveals just how much danger Juvelian and her loved ones face. Fafnil, the evil dragon sealed inside Circe’s ring, has almost enough mana to break free and wreak destruction upon the empire. Legis, Max, and Riche set out on a risky mission to seize control of the ring from the emperor, nullify the contract that binds Legis to it, and make Max the new ruler of Ashet. And in her desperate bid to protect them, Juvelian just might discover a new power of her own . . . Volume 7 collects episodes 97-112 of the webcomic Father, I Don't Want This Marriage.

The war that erupted in Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones is nearing its boiling point, as the dauntless Separatist forces continue their assault on the teetering Republic–and the diabolical triumvirate of Count Dooku, General Grievous, and their Master, Darth Sidious, fine-tune their strategy for conquest. In Episode III Revenge of the Sith the fates of key players on both sides of the conflict will be sealed. But first, crucial events that pave the way to that time of reckoning unfold in a labyrinth of evil. . . . Capturing Trade Federation Viceroy–and Separatist Councilmember–Nute Gunray is the mission that brings Jedi Knights Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker, with a squad of clones in tow, to Neimoidia. But the treacherous ally of the Sith proves as slippery as ever, evading his Jedi pursuers even as they narrowly avoid deadly disaster. Still, their daring efforts yield an unexpected prize: a unique holotransceiver that bears intelligence capable of leading the Republic forces to their ultimate quarry, the ever-elusive Darth Sidious. Swiftly taking up the chase, Anakin and Obi-Wan follow clues from the droid factories of Charros IV to the far-flung worlds of the Outer Rim . . . every step bringing them closer to pinpointing the location of the Sith Lord–whom they suspect has been manipulating every aspect of the Separatist rebellion. Yet somehow, in the escalating galaxy-wide chess game of strikes, counterstrikes, ambushes, sabotage, and retaliations, Sidious stays constantly one move ahead. Then the trail takes a shocking turn. For Sidious and his minions have set in motion a ruthlessly orchestrated campaign to divide and overwhelm the Jedi forces–and bring the Republic to its knees.

America Chavez must gather a team of heroes to make their final stand against Doctor Doom and uncover what led him down this deadly path. So many worlds, so little time. Infinite possibilities, creating infinite realities. Long have we watched Doctor Doom claw after power, dominion, and godhood. But what if there was a higher calling just out of his reach? What if he would tame the entire cosmos to claim it? What if . . . a Watcher saved the Multiverse? Victor von Doom was never one to simply accept his fate. He swept his way across the vast labyrinth of the Multiverse, altering the course of universe after universe. But their sacrifice was one he was willing to make. Every new world granted him the means to conquer his destiny and embrace something bigger than himself, a fate beyond the confines of his own reality. And at long last he has the final piece he needs to uncover the whereabouts of the person this was all for: a boy named Franklin. America Chavez and Kitty Pryde are battered and broken. Thrown together by the wreckage of a shattered universe, they realize that even with the Phoenix Force barely contained within Kitty, they need a team. A team who has as much skin in the game as they do. So America must gather the nexus beings that survived Doom—Loki, the Scarlet Witch, and Venom-Moon Knight—to make one last stand. Love is an immutable constant in all of reality. But it also is the catalyst for the greatest change. Taking up arms as Avengers of the Multiverse, the group must give up their comfort and security to find Franklin Richards before Doom. Can they save all of reality, or must they avenge everyone they’ve ever loved?

Relax with this cute kitty coloring book, featuring 80 pages of playful patterns and detailed illustrations from the whimsical world of Mofusand. Engage your creativity in full color with delightful illustrations of playful, productive, and sleepy kitties in adorable costumes, from sharks to bunnies to strawberries to bumble bees. This charming coloring book features kitties of all kinds in a variety of environments, patterns, and silly situations, including: • Shark-Meow lounging at the beach • Sushi-Meow preparing nigiri • Sweet-Meow napping in a soda float • Plus, all the tabbys, tortiseshells, tuxedo cats, and calicos you imagine! With 80 pages of original illustrations on thick paper, this official coloring book is perfect for cat enthusiasts, cute-loving colorists, and Mofusand fans alike!

An all-night campaign leads to a sleepover date in the seventh volume of the award-winning manga that inspired the anime My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999. Things are starting to heat up for gamers-to-lovers Akane and Yamada. When Akane's gamer neighbors start keeping her awake for days on end, Yamada offers to not only switch apartments with her, but to dismantle the noisemakers from inside the game. However, apartment-swapping hijinks lead Akane and Yamada to have to face the question of whether or not they are ready to take their relationship to the next level. With unexpected twists still to come in both their real and gaming lives, will the couple even get the chance to figure out how they feel? Volume 6 includes Chapters 63-74.

Inés's past is haunting her more than ever, but Cárcel keeps falling harder for her. . . . The manhwa adaptation of CHACHA KIM'S webnovel is now available in English print for the first time. As the newlywed Escalantes settle in to their quaint new home, Inés uses her social expertise from one of her past lives to win over the noblewomen of Calztela—and find the perfect señorita to woo Cárcel into an affair so Inés can justify their eventual divorce. But when a relic from her past unexpectedly appears in the present, Inés spirals into a tormented illness as she begins to question everything she's devised. Distraught to see his wife so unwell, Cárcel devotes himself to her care and realizes just how deeply he loves her. Can his dogged affection ever break down the walls around Inés's heart, or is their marriage truly destined to fail? Volume 3 collects episodes 29-42 of the webcomic The Broken Ring: This Marriage Will Fail Anyway.

She’s climbing the ranks, while he’s opening his heart . . . This slow-burn romantasy manhwa adaptation of G.M.’s hit webnovel is now available in English print for the first time. Determined to prove her worth to King Luxos and the Acrean army, Pollyanna puts her best efforts into their continued campaign. As the army progresses through the continent, Pollyanna is surprised to find the other knights slowly beginning to accept her. She may be a former enemy and a woman, but the Acreans cannot deny her significant contributions to their conquest. Even more unexpected is Luxos’s increasing fondness for his stoic knight. The knights have never seen their king grow so close to someone—in fact, the two get along so well that rumors start to fly. Is Luxos’s admiration strictly for Pollyanna’s talent, or could the gossip have some truth to it? Volume 2 collects episodes 19–38 of the webcomic The Knight and Her Emperor .

Bring the cute and cozy charm of Japanese sensation Mofusand to your kitchen with this fully illustrated official cookbook! Step inside Mofusand Cat Café , where curious feline servers present 35 whimsical, Japanese-inspired twists on the classic café menu. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing drink to start a busy day, a savory soup and sandwich combo to quiet your yowling stomach, or a sweet treat to share with a dear friend, you'll find it all here. So settle in. Take a seat. Stay a while. And of course, remember to tip your server with a scritch between the ears! Signature dishes include: Jammy Raspberry-Matcha Lattes featuring your choice of fruit jam, a cool treat best consumed while lounging by a window, basking in warm, summer sunlight. Fluffy, Soufflé-Style Pancakes finished with a drizzle (or downpour) of vibrant blueberry-honey syrup bursting with whole berries. BTC Breakfast Sandwiches : fresh-baked milk buns with warm bacon-onion jam, a slice of rolled tamagoyaki omelet, and melty cheese for a combination sure to make every patron purr. Silky Edamame and Tofu Bisque carefully prepared by cooks with steam-curled whiskers. Samenyan (Shark-Meow) Cupcakes , which resemble a particularly popular, shark-costumed server who regularly restocks these banana-cream filled confections—though never quite quickly enough to keep the display case full. Cat-safe Catnip Treats for your furry friends to munch on as you cook. And more! Each tasty recipe is accompanied by delectable food illustrations, as well as plenty of illustrations of the occasionally helpful, and always adorable, Mofusand cats.