The article highlights the most anticipated books of 2026 across various genres, including debut novels from Jennette McCurdy and Martha Wells, as well as works by Ann Patchett, covering themes from dark academia to true crime and sci-fi, offering something for every reader's interest.
Apple TV+ has ordered a 10-episode sci-fi drama series called Murderbot, based on Martha Wells' bestselling book series The Murderbot Diaries. The show stars and is executive produced by Alexander Skarsgård and is being developed by Chris and Paul Weitz. Murderbot follows a self-hacking security android who must hide its free will while completing a dangerous assignment. The Weitz brothers are writing, directing, and producing the series, with David S. Goyer serving as executive producer and showrunner. Apple TV+ continues to expand its lineup of sci-fi series with Murderbot joining the likes of Foundation, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, Silo, For All Mankind, and Invasion.