Reactor is thrilled to announce the acquisition of Sea of Charms by Sarah Beth Durst, publishing in Summer 2026, and an untitled book in the same world, coming Spring/Summer 2027 from Tor Books. World rights to Ali Fisher and Dianna Vega at Bramble, and Gillian Green at Tor UK in a two-book deal by Andrea Somberg at Harvey Klinger.
Sea of Charms brings cozy to the high seas, where a sailor, a musician, and a sea serpent—along with a sentient shrub—find companionship and love in a changing world.
From author Sarah Beth Durst:
“I am over-the-moon excited to be working with the editorial dream team of Ali Fisher and Dianna Vega, as well as all the other amazing people at Bramble and Macmillan! And I’m so thrilled to be writing these books—I love playing in this world! It’s a world of kindness and enchantment, filled with wonder and joy and love and sentient plants and winged cats and found family and second chances. And most of all: hope. It’s my hope that readers can find a respite in these pages, a chance to take a deep breath and feel the comfort of a warm hug.”
Executive Editor Ali Fisher:
“Cracking the cover on a Sarah Beth Durst cozy fantasy calls to mind the soft chime of a favorite local shop, the inviting smell of fresh baked things, and the comforting feeling of a mug of cocoa in your palm. This series has been restoring to read and a joy to work on! I’m so happy to get to work with Sarah and Dianna on two more books!”
Assistant Editor Dianna Vega:
“Sarah Beth Durst’s books feel like stepping into a happy place where laughter and sweetness hold your hand. Romantic and comforting, Sarah’s cozy fantasy is my favorite place to exist. I’m overjoyed to keep working with Sarah and Ali to bring that brightness and warmth to readers everywhere!”
