The most popular action & adventure books of 2026

Action and adventure books are about journeys and danger. Treasure hunts, lost cities, jungle expeditions, daring rescues and escapes keep the pages turning, and the heroes win by nerve and skill. They are made to sweep you along, whether a classic adventure tale or a modern blockbuster. This list shows the ones first published in 2026.

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Sib Squad
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Sib Squad

Steve Breen

Published 2026

96 pages

Inkpot Gods
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Inkpot Gods

Seanan McGuire

Published 2026

448 pages

The Method
Cover of The Method

The Method

Matthew Quirk

Published 2026

400 pages