Best Fantasy & Sci-Fi Book Releases of March 2025

What to Read: 10 New Fantasy & Sci-Fi Books from March 2025

March is supposed to come in like a lion and out like a lamb—but this year, it brought dragons, vampires, immortal siblings, sky pirates, and even a cheese moon. Yep. You read that right. A cheese. Moon.

Whether you’re a seasoned spell-slinger or just sci-fi curious, March 2025 unleashed an avalanche of fresh, genre-bending reads that prove one thing: speculative fiction is thriving harder than ever. From epic fantasy epics dripping with magic and blood, to cozy dwarven garden tales and glitchy cyberpunk vampires who suck teeth (yeah, it’s weird, we’re into it)—there’s never been a better time to crack open a new book and get lost in the wild unknown.

You want stakes? We’ve got ‘em. You want giant wyverns, illegal monster arenas, and time travel with rules you definitely shouldn’t break? Oh, we’ve got that too.

So buckle your boots, refill your tea, and prepare to fill your TBR. These are the 10 fantasy and sci-fi books from March that absolutely deserve a spot on your shelf.

1. Venomborn by Benjamin Aeveryn

📚 Released: March 1

Monster venom is addictive, magical, and… heritable. The children of venom addicts are born with glowing purple eyes and strange powers—called Venomborn. When an apocalyptic force threatens their homeland, a girl named Ifi and a boy named Kite must rise as unlikely heroes.

Why read it?
It’s a fresh twist on magical mutations meets dragon-adjacent wyverns. Think Farseer meets Cradle with a touch of gritty family drama. A thrilling start to a new fantasy saga.

2. The Radiant King by David Green

📚 Released: March 4

Six immortal siblings ruled the world—until they broke it. Swearing off power, they vanish… except for one. Now, Eder crowns himself “Voice of the Father,” launching a violent holy crusade. His siblings must break their vow of peace—or let the world burn.

Why read it?
It's giving The Eternals with a dark, mythic fantasy twist. Radiance-powered immortals, sibling betrayals, and god-whispers? Yes, please.

3. Guard in the Garden by Z. S. Diamanti

📚 Released: March 4

Felton, a grumpy dwarf warrior, is forced into retirement after a brutal injury. He moves in with his quirky aunts in a cozy garden town—only to find healing, romance, and maybe a new purpose.

Why read it?
If you loved Legends & Lattes, this is your next comfort read. Wholesome, funny, and heartwarming, it’s the warm hug of fantasy books.

4. Toothsucker by Kaden Love

📚 Released: March 12 (Royal Road)

In a cyberpunk dystopia where vampires eat teeth (yes, really), one outcast claws through neon shadows in search of justice, vengeance, and maybe a few molars.

Why read it?
Cyberpunk Edgerunners meets Red Rising with a side of tooth-crunching horror. If you like your sci-fi weird, wild, and gritty, this one’s for you.

5. Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins

📚 Released: March 18

A new Hunger Games prequel is here! The 15th Games bring a cruel twist: double the tributes. Hitch, a District 12 teen, just wants to survive and stay with the girl he loves. But when his name is drawn, everything changes.

Why read it?
It’s The Hunger Games with fresh blood and deeper stakes. Suzanne Collins dives into the early days of the Games again—emotionally intense and socially biting.

6. The Third Rule of Time Travel by Zoë Dean

📚 Released: March 18

You can go back—but only for 90 seconds. And only to observe. Scientist Beth discovers her machine can view the past... until the future starts changing. Time travel’s golden rule? Never break the rules. Oops.

Why read it?
Perfect for fans of Dark or The Time Traveler’s Wife. A mind-bendy emotional sci-fi thriller with just the right dose of existential dread.

7. Cello's Gate by Nisha J. Tuli

📚 Released: March 25

Sky pirates, ancient treasure, and a deadly myth that might not be a myth. Captain Grey and his ragtag crew race across the skies to find legendary stones of power—if they survive the map, the monsters, and each other.

Why read it?
Pirate heists meet epic fantasy adventure. Basically, if Treasure Planet and Six of Crows had a baby, it would look like this.

8. The Serpent Called Mercy by Kaz Makino

📚 Released: March 25

A desperate debt-ridden fighter joins an illegal monster arena in a brutal fantasy world inspired by Malaysian-Chinese folklore. The Witcher meets Squid Game—but the deadliest threats are outside the ring.

Why read it?
It’s gritty, unique, and thrilling. Think bloodsport, secrets, and survival all wrapped in a culturally rich setting you won’t want to leave.

9. When the Moon Hits Your Eye by John Scalzi

📚 Released: March 25

One day, the moon turns into a giant wheel of cheese. No one knows why. Scientists, billionaires, and school kids all try to deal with the lunar dairy crisis.

Why read it?
Scalzi at his weirdest and most wonderful. Equal parts satire, sci-fi, and social commentary. It's as bonkers as it is brilliant.

10. Of Empire and Dust by Ryan Cahill

📚 Released: March 31

The fourth installment in the Bound and the Broken saga is here—and it’s massive. If you love classic dragon-riding epics and you’re not reading this series yet… fix that.

Why read it?
Cahill keeps leveling up with every book. Massive worldbuilding, high-stakes battles, and a cast that’s impossible not to love.

March 2025 was a powerhouse month for speculative fiction. Whether you're in the mood for high fantasy dragons, quirky moon-cheese satire, or pulse-pounding dystopian duels, there's something here for every reader. Start with one… but we won’t blame you if you walk away with all ten.

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