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Is Jenny Han writing a new book? A status check

As of mid-2026, there is no official announcement confirming that Jenny Han is writing a new book beyond the published All That Remains and the 2025 short story "Family Dinner."...

Mara Ellison
Is Jenny Han writing a new book? A status check

As of mid-2026, there is no official announcement confirming that Jenny Han is writing a new book beyond the published All That Remains and the 2025 short story "Family Dinner." Her most recent full-length novel, All That Remains, appeared in 2022, and in a 2025 social post she mentioned being in "the quiet before a new idea." Industry catalogs and publisher listings show no active title scheduled, though an announcement could appear without warning if a project is in early drafting or acquisition. Below are verifiable facts, sensible signals to watch, and methods you can use to confirm any future update about a new Jenny Han book.

Jenny Han’s recent publication record

Published works and timing

Jenny Han is the author of the young adult novels All That Remains (2022) and the earlier New York Times–bestelling To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before series. In 2025 she shared a brief story, "Family Dinner," and has periodically posted on social media about reading, writing, and creative process. There has been no major tour or publisher announcement for a new full-length novel since the 2022 release. The table below summarizes notable milestones related to her book releases and public communications.

Date or PeriodEventSource Type
2022All That Remains published (full-length novel)Publisher listing
2025"Family Dinner" short story released; social posts about new ideasAuthor social channels, publisher newsletter
2025–2026No new title listed in major retailer or catalog entriesRetailer catalogs, publisher catalog search

How to interpret a long gap between books

For many authors, especially those balancing screenwriting, television, and family life, multiyear gaps between novels are common and do not necessarily indicate retirement or a loss of interest. When a writer moves from a series to standalone work, or takes time to develop a concept to their own standard, the interval can be substantially longer. In Han’s case, the roughly four-year span between the series finale and All That Remains, and the subsequent year-plus to 2025, fit patterns seen with other authors who prioritize deliberate pacing. A future announcement would likely follow clearer signals such as a query submission, editor acquisition post, or official social update.

Current signals and what to watch

Publishing catalogs and retailer listings

Major catalogs (including Penguin Random House, which published her recent work) do not list an upcoming Jenny Han title for 2026 or 2027. Retailer categories for preorders are also absent. In the absence of official metadata, treat any unofficial rumor as unconfirmed.

Agent and publisher channels

The most reliable future source will be her agent’s representation page or publisher’s announcements. If a project enters acquisition or editing, it typically appears in publisher media kits or industry databases before public marketing launches. Until then, the absence of listing is itself data: no announced book equals no confirmed new work.

Author communications

Han has used social media to share process notes and brief updates. A shift from occasional process comments to concrete sharing (e.g., a synopsis, a cover reveal, or a tour date) would indicate movement from idea to active publication. Until such signals appear, the default status remains unannounced.

What a new book would likely involve

Should Han move forward, a new book would probably be a standalone young adult or possibly a linked collection, given her trajectory post–All That Remains. Variables like format (novella vs. novel), release timing, and whether it’s a continuation of her themes around friendship and uncertainty would be defined by her team and publisher. Until formal details are provided, these remain speculative dimensions rather than certainties.

How to verify any future announcement

  • Check the catalog of her publisher (Penguin Random House) for newly added titles.
  • Search major bookseller sites (Amazon, Barnes & Noble) for preorder or listing pages; a product page with a release date indicates formal acquisition.
  • Review her verified social media accounts and the author page on her publisher’s website for official updates.
  • Consult industry news outlets (e.g., Publishers Weekly) for acquisition announcements rather than fan summaries or speculation.

Bottom line

There is no confirmed information indicating that Jenny Han is actively writing a new book that is scheduled or announced as of mid-2026. The absence of a listed title, combined with her recent publication history and public communications, suggests that a new project has not yet been formally initiated or disclosed. If she is working on something, it remains in very early, private stages. Going forward, monitor official publisher channels, retailer preorder listings, and her verified social posts for any credible updates.

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