Highlights of 2024's Best Genre Works

2024 has seen a mixed year for sci-fi television, according to Bethan Ackerley's column, highlighting a lack of standout shows amidst a sea of mediocrity, with some costly disappointments cluttering streaming services. Meanwhile, the 2010s are celebrated in an article reviewing the decade's best anime films, showcasing emotional storytelling and stunning visuals, with titles like A Silent Voice and Your Name standing out. The fantasy genre is also thriving, as Brandon Sanderson's upcoming release, Wind and Truth, promises to be a major event, following the success of The Stormlight Archive series. In cozy crime literature, Bella Mackie's novel, What a Way to Go, and Jonny Sweet's The Kellerby Code offer fresh takes on the genre, blending humor and suspense. Additionally, notable debuts this year include Jennie Godfrey’s List of Suspicious Things and Tracy Sierra’s Nightwatching, both exploring darker themes within their narratives. Overall, 2024 is shaping up to be a dynamic year across various speculative fiction genres.