Amy Ressa has announced that Unravel the Stars, the second book in her Sailor Moon-inspired romantasy series, will be released on 11 December 2026. The author is recruiting advance readers now, with ARC ebooks scheduled to go out on 13 November and applications open until 8 December.

When does Unravel the Stars come out?

Unravel the Stars, book two in Amy Ressa's romantasy series, has a release date of 11 December 2026.

Advance review copies of Unravel the Stars will be emailed to approved ARC readers on 13 November 2026. Amy Ressa has asked for reviews by 18 December, describing the deadline as flexible and not at all strict.

Readers who have not yet read book one, Inherit the Stars, will be sent a free ebook copy, according to the announcement from the author.

How do readers apply to be an ARC reader?

ARC applications for Unravel the Stars are open from 1 August to 8 December 2026, Amy Ressa confirmed in her newsletter. Applications also cover book one for readers new to the series.

There is no minimum follower count requirement to apply as an ARC reader, the author states. The first wave of ARC invitations was sent on Saturday 12 September 2026.

Readers who join the cover reveal team are automatically accepted as ARC readers, which the author offered as the fastest route in.

What is the cover reveal team?

The cover reveal team for Unravel the Stars is a group of readers who receive promotional graphics and the book two cover by email and share them on social media. Amy Ressa sent the images and information to sign-ups on Tuesday 8 September 2026.

Participants may post on any social media platform, in any format — reel, carousel, story or standard post — on or after Wednesday 9 September 2026. The only request is that posts tag the author.

Is a special edition of book one available?

Special edition copies of Inherit the Stars, book one in the series, are still available directly from Amy Ressa. The edition is a hardcover with sprayed edges and gold foil, originally produced through a Kickstarter campaign.

The special edition is priced at $45 CAD plus shipping, and readers are asked to reply to the author's email or contact her through social media to buy one.

Where can readers follow the series?

Amy Ressa has launched a new Instagram channel for book news and updates on the series. She also points readers to a Discord server and a Facebook Group for discussion with other readers of the books.

Announcements of this kind are how small-press and independent romantasy reaches readers first, and at The Bookclub Boutique we keep an eye on them as the covers and dates land.

Unravel the Stars: the details

Title	Unravel the Stars
Author	Amy Ressa
Publication date	11 December 2026
Format	Ebook (ARC), sent 13 November 2026
Series	Book two, following Inherit the Stars

Frequently asked questions

When is Unravel the Stars released?

Unravel the Stars by Amy Ressa is released on 11 December 2026. ARC ebooks go out earlier, on 13 November 2026, to readers approved through the author's advance reader programme. Amy Ressa has asked ARC readers to post reviews by 18 December, though she describes that date as flexible.

How can I get an advance copy of Unravel the Stars?

Apply through Amy Ressa's ARC application, which is open from 1 August to 8 December 2026. There is no minimum follower count requirement. Readers who joined the cover reveal team were automatically accepted as ARC readers, and applicants who have not read book one can request a free ebook of Inherit the Stars.

What is Unravel the Stars about?

Amy Ressa describes the series as Sailor Moon-inspired romantasy. Unravel the Stars is the second book, following Inherit the Stars. The email announcing the release does not give further plot details.

How much is the special edition of Inherit the Stars?

The special edition hardcover of Inherit the Stars costs $45 CAD plus shipping and is sold directly by Amy Ressa. It features sprayed edges and gold foil and was produced through a Kickstarter campaign. Readers can reply to the author's email or contact her via social media to order a copy.

Source

Based on material from Amy Ressa, author newsletter, received September 16, 2026. Written up for The Bookclub Boutique.