Alex Aster Book Releases for 2026

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Alex Aster readers have a packed year to look forward to in 2026, with new releases connected to Starside, Lightlark, Skyshade, Nightbane, Crownside, and more.

The 2026 list includes hardcover editions, deluxe limited editions, large print formats, Spanish editions, audiobooks, companion books, a wall calendar, and collector-focused editions with sprayed edges.

Known for bestselling YA fantasy, high-stakes romance, magical kingdoms, and the world of Lightlark, Alex Aster continues to be a major author for fantasy readers, BookTok fans, and collectors looking for special editions.

In this post, we’ve gathered the confirmed Alex Aster book releases for 2026, including formats and release dates currently listed through our distributor. Bookmark this page and check back for updates — we’ll keep this list current as new titles, formats, and release dates are announced. This post is current as of 07/05/2026, at 08:18 am EDT):

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Alex Aster Book Releases for 2026

Book Title	Format	Release Date	Where to Get It
Skyshade — Spanish Edition	Paperback	February 3, 2026	Order here
Lightlark — Special Edition with Sprayed Edges / Edición Especial Cantos Pintados	Hardcover	February 3, 2026	Order here
Starside — Deluxe Limited Edition	Hardcover	March 31, 2026	Order here
Starside — Large Print	Paperback	March 31, 2026	Order here
Starside — Standard Edition	Hardcover	March 31, 2026	Order here
Starside	MP3 CD	March 31, 2026	Order here
Starside	Compact Disc	March 31, 2026	Order here
Summer in the City	Paperback	May 5, 2026	Order here
Crownside — Large Print	Hardcover	May 6, 2026	Order here
Skyshade — Collector’s Edition	Hardcover	June 9, 2026	Order here
Crownside — Spanish Edition	Paperback	June 23, 2026	Order here
Starside — Spanish Edition / Edición Cantos Pintados	Hardcover	August 18, 2026	Order here
Barbie: Dreamscape	Hardcover	August 18, 2026	Order here
Lightlark Saga 2027 Deluxe Wall Calendar with Bonus Poster	Wall Calendar	August 25, 2026	Order here
Grim: Dueling Crowns Edition — Lightlark Saga Deluxe Companion Book	Paperback	September 15, 2026	Order here
Oro: Dueling Crowns Edition — Lightlark Saga Deluxe Companion Book	Paperback	September 15, 2026	Order here
Grim Y Oro: Duelo de Coronas / Grim and Oro: Dueling Crowns	Hardcover	October 20, 2026	Order here
Lightlark — Gold Foil Edges Edition	Paperback	October 27, 2026	Order here
Skyshade — Gold Foil Edges Edition	Paperback	October 27, 2026	Order here
Nightbane — Gold Foil Edges Edition	Paperback	October 27, 2026	Order here
Stormside — Deluxe Limited Edition	Hardcover	November 17, 2026	Order here
Stormside — Standard Edition	Hardcover	November 17, 2026	Order here
Stormside — Large Print	Paperback	November 17, 2026	Order here

All dates are subject to change.

Starside Releases in 2026

One of the biggest Alex Aster releases in 2026 is Starside, the first book in a new series.

Several formats are currently listed for March 31, 2026, including:

Starside — Standard Edition
Starside — Deluxe Limited Edition
Starside — Large Print
Starside on MP3 CD
Starside on Compact Disc
Starside — Spanish Edition later in the year

For collectors, the deluxe limited edition and Spanish sprayed-edge edition may be especially interesting. For readers who prefer accessible formats, the large print and audiobook editions give more ways to experience the story.

Stormside Releases in 2026

Stormside, listed as book two in the Starside series, is currently scheduled for November 17, 2026.

Current formats include:

Stormside — Standard Edition
Stormside — Deluxe Limited Edition
Stormside — Large Print

With the first Starside book listed for March and Stormside listed for November, 2026 looks like an important year for Alex Aster readers following this new series.

Lightlark Saga Releases and Collector Editions

The Lightlark saga continues to be a major part of Alex Aster’s 2026 release list.

Several collector-focused and special editions are currently listed, including:

Lightlark — Special Edition with Sprayed Edges
Skyshade — Collector’s Edition
Lightlark Saga 2027 Deluxe Wall Calendar with Bonus Poster
Lightlark — Gold Foil Edges Edition
Skyshade — Gold Foil Edges Edition
Nightbane — Gold Foil Edges Edition

These editions may appeal to longtime fans, collectors, and readers who enjoy decorative fantasy editions with sprayed edges, foil details, and special packaging.

Lightlark Companion Books: Grim and Oro

Two Lightlark Saga Deluxe Companion Book releases are currently listed for September 15, 2026:

Grim: Dueling Crowns Edition
Oro: Dueling Crowns Edition

A Spanish hardcover edition, Grim Y Oro: Duelo de Coronas / Grim and Oro: Dueling Crowns, is also listed for October 20, 2026.

These companion releases may be especially interesting for readers who want to explore more of the characters, relationships, and world of Lightlark beyond the main novels.

Spanish Alex Aster Editions in 2026

Alex Aster’s 2026 list also includes several Spanish-language releases and bilingual listings.

Book Title	Language / Notes	Format	Release Date
Skyshade — Spanish Edition	Spanish	Paperback	February 3, 2026
Lightlark — Special Edition with Sprayed Edges / Edición Especial Cantos Pintados	Spanish / Special Edition	Hardcover	February 3, 2026
Crownside — Spanish Edition	Spanish	Paperback	June 23, 2026
Starside — Spanish Edition / Edición Cantos Pintados	Spanish / Special Edition	Hardcover	August 18, 2026
Grim Y Oro: Duelo de Coronas / Grim and Oro: Dueling Crowns	Spanish	Hardcover	October 20, 2026

These editions are great for Spanish-speaking readers, bilingual readers, and collectors who enjoy international fantasy editions.

Other Alex Aster Releases in 2026

The list also includes a few releases outside the main Lightlark and Starside focus.

Summer in the City is listed for May 5, 2026.
Barbie: Dreamscape is listed for August 18, 2026.

These titles give Alex Aster’s 2026 release list more variety beyond her main fantasy series and may appeal to readers looking for something different from the author.

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About Alex Aster

Alex Aster is a bestselling author known for fantasy, romance, magical worlds, and high-stakes storytelling. She is best known for the Lightlark saga, which became popular with YA fantasy readers, romantasy fans, and BookTok audiences.

Her 2026 release list includes new series entries, special editions, Spanish editions, companion books, calendars, audiobooks, and collector-focused releases. For readers following Lightlark, Skyshade, Nightbane, Crownside, and the new Starside series, 2026 is shaping up to be a major year.