# September 2026 Brings Major Science Books from Rovelli, Aderin, van Tulleken, and More
New Scientist's September 2026 book roundup highlights fresh releases from leading science communicators and researchers, offering readers new perspectives on physics, health, culture, and biography.
Carlo Rovelli, the Italian theoretical physicist known for making quantum mechanics accessible to general audiences, contributes a new title to this month's roster. Rovelli's previous works, including "Seven Brief Lessons on Physics" and "The Order of Time," have established him as one of the world's most influential science writers. His September release continues his tradition of exploring fundamental questions about reality and our universe in language designed for readers without physics training.
Maggie Aderin, a British-Nigerian science communicator and broadcaster, also publishes this month. Aderin has built a reputation for connecting scientific research to everyday life and cultural contexts, particularly around topics of health, wellbeing, and human performance. Her new book expands on themes she has explored through her media work and speaking engagements.
Xand van Tulleken, a British doctor, author, and television presenter, joins the September lineup with his own new release. Van Tulleken has become well known for his work investigating controversial health claims and examining food science, particularly through his BBC television programs. His books typically combine personal narrative with rigorous scientific investigation.
Jim Al-Khalili, a theoretical nuclear physicist and prolific science writer based in the United Kingdom, also publishes a new title this month. Al-Khalili's previous works have covered topics ranging from quantum biology to the history of science, and he regularly appears in documentaries and public lectures explaining complex scientific concepts.
Beyond new original works, New Scientist highlights a new biography of Stephen Hawking, the late theoretical physicist who died in 2018. Hawking reshaped how the world understands black holes and cosmology, and his public profile extended far beyond academia through books like "A Brief History of Time." Fresh biographical work on Hawking's life and legacy offers readers new insights into both his scientific contributions and personal story.
The September 2026 collection reflects the breadth of contemporary popular science publishing. These authors represent different disciplines, geographic backgrounds, and communication styles, yet all share a commitment to translating complex research for general audiences. Their releases span physics, medicine, culture, and biography, suggesting that readers have diverse interests within science.
For those tracking popular science trends, this month's releases indicate continued reader appetite for books that connect scientific discoveries to human concerns. The inclusion of both original research-based works and biography suggests interest in both understanding how science works and learning about the people who advance it.