Bestselling author Sarah J. Maas has announced the release dates for two new books in her popular romantasy series, A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR), after a five-year wait. During an interview on the Call Her Daddy podcast, Maas shared that the next installment after 2021’s A Court of Silver Flames will be available on Oct. 27, with a seventh book set to release on Jan. 12, 2027.
Maas described the upcoming story as significant and unexpectedly flowed out of her during the writing process. The narrative will span across three books, with the sixth and seventh ACOTAR books forming part of a larger interconnected storyline, rather than a traditional trilogy.
With over 75 million books sold worldwide in 40 languages, Maas has been influential in popularizing the romantasy genre, sparking a surge in BookTok engagement during the pandemic. Bloomsbury, Maas’s publisher, experienced a significant increase in shares following the announcement of the new books, highlighting the anticipation from fans worldwide. Nigel Newton, Bloomsbury’s chief executive, expressed excitement over publishing two novels in quick succession from a renowned author.
Fans eagerly awaiting the continuation of the ACOTAR series, featuring characters like Feyre, Nesta, Elain, Rhysand, Cassian, and Azriel, have celebrated the release dates. Social media platforms have been abuzz with excitement, with comments expressing joy and anticipation for the upcoming books. Maas, while not revealing specific details about the new books, hinted at the extensive and intricate nature of the storyline that necessitates multiple installments.
The news of Maas’s upcoming releases has generated widespread enthusiasm among readers and industry professionals, setting the stage for a highly anticipated literary event.