10/15/2016
It's hard to believe that the "Xanth" series, which started in 1976 with A Spell for Chameleon, is still around, but this latest volume (after Five Portraits) proves that fans are still interested. This outing stars a young man named Hapless with a talent for conjuring musical instruments. Unfortunately, he can't carry a tune.—MM
A big anniversary, two big books honoring a living legend, and a much-anticipated new collection top this week’s list of new releases in sci-fi and fantasy. So what else in new?