When Is The Next Fourth Wing Book Coming Out

Okay, friend. Grab your coffee, tea, or dragon-sized mug of something stronger. We need to talk about the question. The one keeping us all up at night, refreshing book sites like we’re possessed. When is the next Fourth Wing book coming out?

You know the feeling. You finished Iron Flame and just sat there. Staring at a wall. Maybe you re-read the last chapter four times, hoping you misread it. I did. We all did.

It’s a torturous wait, isn’t it? Rebecca Yarros is playing with our heartstrings like Xaden plays with shadows. She knows we’re desperate.

The Big, Official Answer (Finally!)

Deep breaths. Here’s the real, confirmed, not-a-dream date. The third book in the Empyrean series—which we’re all just calling Fourth Wing #3—is scheduled for May 6, 2025. Mark it on your calendar. Light a candle. Plan your PTO.

Yes, that feels like forever away. I know. But it’s real. It’s coming. Yarros has a deal for five books total, so this isn’t the end. We’ve got a long, bumpy ride ahead.

So, we wait. Toss our kindles around. Stare at book covers like they hold secrets.

But Does It Have a Title Yet?

Ah, the million-dollar question. The answer is… no. Not officially. As of right now, the book is officially untitled. The internet is losing its mind trying to guess, though.

Fans have thrown out names like Onyx Storm or Burn. Some want Claws of Fate. It’s a wild west of speculation. Yarros is famously tight-lipped, so we just wait for a poster to drop.

Personally, I’m betting on something involving “shadow” or “flame.” But what do I know? I’m just a person with a dragon obsession.

The Emotional Rollercoaster (A.K.A. The Wait)

Look, May 2025 feels like a lifetime from now. Especially with that huge cliffhanger. You know the one. I still scream about it in the shower.

Why so long? Writing a 600-page epic fantasy with dragons, political intrigue, and a romance that makes you swoon is hard. Plus, Yarros has been very open about her chronic health challenges. We need her healthy. We need the book to be good. Not rushed.

So, we practice patience. Or we re-read the first two books for the fifth time. Which is also fine. No judgment.

What About a TV Show? (Oh, Right, That Too)

Oh, and Amazon is making a Fourth Wing TV show. Yes, that’s also a thing. The internet collectively fainted.

Don’t expect it soon, though. Casting hasn’t even been announced. They’re probably still deciding who can pull off Xaden’s jawline. We’ll be looking at a years timeline for that.

So, book first. Then the show. It’s like dessert before dinner. I’m okay with that.

How to Survive Until May 2025 (A Guide)

First, join a fan group. Seriously. The Fourth Wing TikTok and Reddit communities are unhinged in the best way. You’ll get theories, fan art, and people yelling about Violet’s hair color.

Second, read other romantasy books. I know, I know. Nothing compares. But The Serpent and the Wings of Night or A Court of Thorns and Roses can help. It’s like a bandage for a broken heart.

Third, just live in denial. Pretend the next book is coming out tomorrow. Wake up, check your email, cry a little. It’s a whole ritual.

The Final, Honest Truth

Here’s the thing: Rebecca Yarros is not going to let us down. She’s said the series is planned out. She knows the ending. She knows who lives, who dies, and if Tairn ever gets a nap.

So, mark your calendar. Get your embroidered book sleeve ready. Plan your dragon-themed snacks. May 6, 2025 is the day we reunite with our favorite characters.

Until then? We suffer together. We theorize. We re-read that one spicy scene on page 435 of Iron Flame. You know the one. You’re welcome.

Now, go hydrate. Pet your cat. And maybe read a spoiler-free fan theory. It’ll get us through. Barely.