The most popular genetics books of 2026

Books about genetics ask what happens when we can rewrite life. Clones, designer babies, engineered plagues and cures raise hopes and fears in thrillers and thoughtful science fiction. True stories of discovery and of families living with inherited conditions are here too. This list shows the ones first published in 2026.

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Fibrous Proteins
Cover of Fibrous Proteins

Fibrous Proteins

David A.D. Parry, Pradeep K. Luther

Published 2026

583 pages

Dark Agent
Cover of Dark Agent

Dark Agent

Neal Asher

Published 2026

400 pages