Most Anticipated 2025 Books: Romance

Deep End by Ali Hazelwood

Release Date: February 2025
The bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis is back with a steamy college romance between a competitive diver and an ace swimmer. Expect all the humor, tension, and swoon-worthy moments Hazelwood is known for.

Say You’ll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez

Release Date: April 2025
Abby Jimenez delivers another deeply emotional contemporary romance, balancing playful moments with heartfelt depth. This book promises to be as irresistible as her past hits.

Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry

Release Date: April 2025
Two rival writers compete to tell the extraordinary story of a woman full of secrets. With Emily Henry’s signature wit and emotional resonance, this one is sure to sweep readers off their feet.

Gold Coast Dilemma by Nana Malone

Release Date: April 2025
This romance about a Ghanaian American heiress torn between her culture and a love connection sounds like a refreshing and meaningful addition to Malone’s repertoire.

One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune

Release Date: May 2025
Carley Fortune returns with another lakeside escape full of warmth, nostalgia, and romance. If you loved Every Summer After, this will be a must-read.

Most Anticipated 2025 Books: Cozy Reads

A Witch’s Guide to Magical Innkeeping by Sangu Mandanna

Release Date: April 2025
This enchanting novel about a witch seeking a second chance at life and magic sounds like the perfect cozy, feel-good read. Fans of The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches won’t want to miss it.

Most Anticipated 2025 Books: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Immortal by Sue Lynn Tan

Release Date: January 2025
This standalone fantasy inspired by Chinese mythology features Liyen, a resourceful heroine serving immortals, and a complex romance with a legendary God of War.

Black Woods, Blue Sky by Eowyn Ivey

Release Date: February 2025
A reimagining of Beauty and the Beast set in the Alaskan wilderness? Sign me up! This novel promises atmospheric storytelling and unforgettable characters.

Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins

Release Date: March 2025
Collins takes us back to Panem with a gripping prequel about Haymitch Abernathy’s deadly journey in the 50th Hunger Games. Fans of The Hunger Games won’t want to miss this.

Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V.E. Schwab

Release Date: June 2025
A multigenerational sapphic vampire story set across three timelines—this novel is bound to be another masterpiece from Schwab, blending mystery, fantasy, and haunting prose.

Katabasis by R.F. Kuang

Release Date: August 2025
Academic rivals must descend into the underworld to save their advisor’s soul. With Kuang’s sharp storytelling and complex characters, this promises to be an unforgettable journey.

Most Anticipated 2025 Books: Horror Books

Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix

Release Date: January 2025
Set in 1970s Florida, this horror novel explores supernatural power and rebellion. Hendrix delivers a chilling yet empowering tale perfect for fans of dark humor and atmospheric storytelling.

The Buffalo Hunter Hunter by Stephen Graham Jones

Release Date: March 2025
A historical horror novel featuring a Lutheran priest, confessions, and a vampire with a unique moral code. Expect spine-tingling thrills and masterful writing.

Never Flinch by Stephen King

Release Date: May 2025
King returns with a chilling tale of revenge, vigilante justice, and unforgettable characters, including familiar faces like Holly Gibney.

Most Anticipated 2025 Books: Mystery & Thriller Books

This Book Will Bury Me by Ashley Winstead

Release Date: March 2025
Five amateur sleuths find themselves in the crosshairs of danger while hunting an elusive killer. A chilling and compulsive mystery from a bestselling author.

With a Vengeance by Riley Sager

Release Date: June 2025
A deadly game of survival unfolds on a train with no stops. Sager’s knack for suspense and unexpected twists guarantees a gripping ride.

King of Ashes by S.A. Cosby

Release Date: June 2025
A Godfather-inspired Southern noir and family drama, already optioned for Netflix, this thriller will be a must-read and a likely bestseller.

The Bachelorette Party by Camilla Sten

Release Date: June 2025
A yoga retreat on a remote Scandinavian island turns deadly when podcast host Tessa Nilsson uncovers secrets about a gruesome historical murder. 

Don’t Let Him In by Lisa Jewell

Release Date: June 2025
Lisa Jewell’s latest thriller follows three women connected by a man who isn’t what he seems. Packed with twists, this is a must-read from the queen of psychological suspense.

Most Anticipated 2025 Books: Historical Fiction

The Stolen Queen by Fiona Davis

Release Date: January 2025
Jumping between Egypt in 1936 and NYC in 1978, this adventure-packed story features an immortal pharaoh and a missing artifact. A thrilling blend of history and mystery.

Harlem Rhapsody by Victoria Christopher Murray

Release Date: February 2025
This captivating novel brings the Harlem Renaissance to life through the story of Jessie Redmon Fauset. It promises rich historical detail and compelling storytelling.