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An empire that destroys languages is the hook for Yoon Ha Lee's new space opera

Book Riot's new release roundup includes Yoon Ha Lee's Code and Codex, a space opera about an empire trying to destroy foreign texts and languages. What makes language a convincing source of power in science fiction rather than just background worldbuilding?

BOOK RIOT6 of the Best New Book Releases Out October 27, 2026Sci-fi and fantasy releases abound. There's also a memoir by Murakami, great historical fiction in today's new releases.