ACOTAR 6 Release Date: Everything We Know About the Next A Court of Thorns and Roses Book
Fans of the hit fantasy-romance series A Court of Thorns and Roses (often called ACOTAR) finally have exciting news. Best-selling author Sarah J. Maas has confirmed that the long-awaited sixth book in the series is officially on the way, and readers now know when they can expect it. After years of speculation and fan theories, the next installment in the magical world of Prythian now has a scheduled release window and some early hints about the story.
ACOTAR 6 Release Date Confirmed According to recent announcements from the author, ACOTAR Book 6 is scheduled to be released on October 27, 2026. The news was revealed during an interview on the Call Her Daddy podcast, where Maas discussed the future of her books and upcoming projects. Even more exciting for fans: the story will continue quickly, with another related book expected to arrive January 12, 2027, meaning readers won’t have to wait long for the next chapter.
The ACOTAR Series So Far The A Court of Thorns and Roses series began in 2015 and quickly became one of the most popular fantasy romance franchises in the world. The story follows the journey of Feyre Archeron, a human who becomes entangled in the magical world of the fae. A Court of Thorns and Roses (2015) A Court of Mist and Fury (2016) A Court of Wings and Ruin (2017) A Court of Frost and Starlight (2018) – novella A Court of Silver Flames (2021) ACOTAR Book 6 coming in 2026 The series blends romance, political intrigue, and epic fantasy battles in the fictional land of Prythian.
What Will ACOTAR 6 Be About The official title and plot of the sixth book have not been revealed yet. However, there are several hints from the author and the fan community. Reports suggest the next story may focus on Elain Archeron, Feyre’s younger sister, whose character arc has not yet been fully explored in the series. Elain discovering her identity and independence Complicated relationships with Lucien and Azriel New conflicts in the fae courts Connections to other stories in the author’s fantasy universe
Why Fans Have Been Waiting So Long The last novel in the series, A Court of Silver Flames, was released in 2021. Since then, readers have been eagerly waiting for the next installment. In July 2025, Maas confirmed she had completed the first draft of the sixth book, indicating the project was moving forward after years of development and editing. The delay was partly due to the author balancing multiple projects and ensuring the next ACOTAR story meets fans’ expectations.
Future of the ACOTAR Universe The ACOTAR world is far from finished. The author has already confirmed additional books beyond the sixth installment. With millions of copies sold worldwide and a huge fanbase online, the series continues to expand with new characters, plotlines, and possibly future adaptations for television or film.
