Most Anticipated Fiction of 2025

A multigenerational story of grief, trauma, marriage and desire, Buckeye is sweeping tale set in the heart of the Midwest. This is great for fans of Ann Patchett and Elizabeth Strout.

Acclaimed author R.F. Kuang journeys into the depths of the underworld in her latest, swirling fantasy with academia in this gripping tour de force. This is perfect for fans of Olivie Blake and Leigh Bardugo.

This modern family is coming apart at the seams — and one child is at the center of it all. Funny, warm and big-hearted, you’ll want to read this in a one sitting.

Pulling apart the gritty stings of fear faced by marginalized communities in the wake of an alien invasion, White’s adult debut is raw, horrifying and will rip you out of your comfort zone.

Inspired by one of humanity’s greatest conundrums, Circle of Days is a sweeping historical feat from a beloved author.

A big-hearted tale from an award-winning author, The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny follows the sweeping story of a novelist and a journalist grappling with love, home and culture. This is perfect for fans of Real Americans.

The Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Orphan Master’s Son returns with a gripping story of community and survival with a resilient young girl at its center.

Unearthing the depths of Hill’s imagination, this fantastical tale delivers with a villainous dragon steering the ship. It’s a satisfying horror — with a side of romance — that plays out the pitfalls of the human condition. Here’s your chance to snag a signed copy.

Louise Penny fans, rejoice! The 20th installment in the award-winning series picks up right where we left off in The Grey Wolf. Sharp, sly and complex, this is one of Penny’s best.

Star-crossed lovers are mated against their will: what could go wrong? Ali Hazelwood returns with another fiery, sharp-toothed paranormal romance where loyalties (and destiny) are tested.

A small-town lawyer gets caught up in a race to catch a killer and reclaim his own innocence in John Grisham’s latest.

Gothic horror at its finest, this time Kingfisher invites us on a haunted rescue mission cloaked in the eerie decay of American coal mines.

Creepy, kooky and crackling with energy, We Love You, Bunny is the long-awaited return to the world of the sickeningly sweet (and maniacally maddening) clique — and this time, the Bunnies are taking center stage.

This highly anticipated twisty read takes Robert Langdon on a thrilling hunt to Prague, London and New York when his noetic scientist girlfriend suddenly disappears. Brimming with futuristic science, mystical lore and chilling discoveries, we cannot be more excited for this sixth installment.

Richard Osman is back with the fifth installment in his beloved series, and this mystery is more puzzling than ever. Grab your favorite sleuthing gear — there’s another case to solve. Get your hands on the signed or exclusive edition while they last.

Reese Witherspoon steps onto new thrilling terrain in this highly-anticipated collab with — the master of plot twists — Harlan Coben.

Ana Huang takes us back on the playing field with a new star athlete and another brewing romance. Sports and love are back together again, and this one turns up the heat a notch.

The bestselling author of Swan Song and The Perfect Couple returns — this time, with her own daughter joining her at the helm. Prep by Curtis Sittenfeld meets Reputation by Sara Shepard in this engrossing story of high school and high society.

A small-town serial killer romance meets amateur sleuthing in this darkly funny, heart-racing first installment that flips the script on a traditional love story.

After accidentally stumbling into the mythical land of Yvelia, Saeris is grappling with another impossible journey — she’s the new Queen of the Blood Court. Return to the irresistible realm of the fae complete with heart-pounding action, banter that’ll make you blush and characters we can’t get enough of.

She’s a healer and he’s an assassin — what more can we say? This high fantasy world is full of spine-tingling tension and rapturous romance. P.S. if you love Apprentice to the Villain, Gothikana or Long Live Evil, this is the start of your new favorite series.

Peeling off the layers of family dynamics, Newman’s witty and moving story of love and loss casts a humorous light on life’s ups and downs and the acceptance that follows.

All hope seems lost for Helena, a prisoner of war grappling with a dreary world of death and dark magic — and an inexplicable case of amnesia. Epic and engrossing, Alchemised is the paranormal romance Dramione fans have been waiting for.

The author of The Good Left Undone is back with a transportive, jet-setting story following a woman’s journey to her ancestral land while grappling with family tensions and a broken heart. Funny, endearing and empathetic, The View From Lake Como is a gorgeous getaway for fans of Rebecca Serle and Jojo Moyes.

Hollywood glitz and glam take on a murderous sheen in Stephanie Garber’s gripping adult debut. Brimming with magic, adventure — and secrets, get ready for a twisty page-turner.

The author of Nothing But Blackened Teeth is back with a grim and gruesome tale at the heart of an elite academy where monsters become prey.

Herron’s relatable gang of misfit spies returns in a brand-new adventure. Quirky and suspenseful, this one will grip you from the start. Order the signed edition while there is still time.

The inimitable Brandon Sanderson pushes the limits of imagination and reality in Tailored Realities. Featuring fan-favorite worlds and brand-new ones, this is required reading for any sci-fi or fantasy fan.

Pairing the iconic art of Maurice Sendak and the whip-smart words of Stephen King sounds like a dream, and it is. This is a haunting and unforgettable rendition of a classic fairy tale, retold by literary legends.

Charlie Mackesy first stole our hearts with The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse — we were so smitten we honored it as our 2019 Book of the Year. Now he’s gifted the world a new story starring the beloved quartet, a life-affirming modern fable about the importance of friendship, love, vulnerability and perseverance.

Creepy, kooky and crackling with energy, We Love You, Bunny is the long-awaited return to the world of the sickeningly sweet (and maniacally maddening) clique — and this time, the Bunnies are taking center stage.

A chilling presence appears in the night carrying a deadly secret. Known for suspenseful storytelling that keeps readers guessing, Freida McFadden does it again with this eerie wilderness thriller.

A brand-new collection of never-before-seen stories from an indelible voice in fiction. From the wilds of Alabama to the high-rises of New York City, this is Harper Lee like you’ve never seen her before. Exclusive edition available.

Jojo Moyes is back with her signature heart and charm to remind us that family and love come in all different forms — especially the messy kind.

Our 2023 Discover Prize winner is back, and we couldn’t be more thrilled. From the past to the present featuring characters both young and old, Waiting for the Long Night Moon is a remarkable collection of love and grief, hope and trauma.

We guarantee you’ve never had a falling out like this one. With two best friends at odds and an impossible situation between them, Nemesis will have you reading from behind your fingers.

Whimsical and charming, dark and mysterious, Emily Wilde’s world of wonders is back. If you’re a fan of supernatural love stories and banter that’ll make you blush, this is the book for you.

With sentences that’ll stick in your head like your favorite lyrics, Deep Cuts is a big-hearted story with an eclectic soundtrack. Spin your favorite record, pour a drink and fall into this story of love, coming-of-age, identity and belonging.

Our heroine is back — with a nasty case of amnesia. Epic and engrossing, The Dark Mirror is the next step in the dystopian thriller series that we can’t get enough of.

Money can’t buy you happiness — but it can give you unrelenting power. Delve into the underbelly of the world’s elite in this dangerously dazzling tale from the author of A Million Little Pieces.

From one of the bestselling authors of This is How You Lose the Time War comes an enchanting tale of sisterhood, language and folklore. At just under 150 pages, The River Has Roots is a short novel with a long lasting impact for fans of Susanna Clarke and Holly Black.

An action-packed romantasy through the eyes of a dragon? We’re in. With an ancient foe looming and the fate of a harmonious future hanging in the balance, these dragons must fight with everything they have — and keep their hearts intact in the process.

A sweeping tale of humanity and hope centered on two remarkable characters faced with a gruesome time in American history, this is Chris Bohjalian is at his best.

Pushcart Prize-winning author Ron Currie turns his pen to hard-boiled crime in this immersive story. A ruthless matriarch with a small town at her disposal, Babs Dionne is a character you won’t soon forget — and one you’ll want to talk about with everyone you know.

A book about a book from a one-of-a-kind author. An ingenious blend of sci-fi and literary, this is a novel about what it means to be a storyteller. Okorafor’s brand-new tale will delight fans of George R. R. Martin’s wide-ranging imagination and Ursula K. Le Guin’s sharp worldbuilding.

Fake-dating your enemy can’t be that hard — right? Discover the charms of city life and fall in love with Alex Aster’s brand-new sizzling summer romance.

Daring and dazzling, Katie Kitamura’s latest follows one woman’s exploration of identity, life and love — with the bite of Colored Television by Danzy Senna and the intimacy of All Fours by Miranda July.

How often do you think about the Roman Empire? Double it after reading this one. A dazzling love story set amidst a brutal war, this searing romantasy is perfect for fans of Rebecca Yarros and Jennifer L. Armentrout.

An elusive heiress, a love story and a mystery. Cathartic, romantic, tragic and charming, Emily Henry told her readers this book challenged her like no other. Grab an extra copy — you’ll want to share it with everyone you know.

We’re on the fifth deadly sin out of seven — and this one is the steamiest of all. This burly billionaire can’t get no satisfaction (and neither can we).

A love story, a coming-of-age tale and a war novel wrapped in one, the incomparable Isabel Allende returns with a sweeping story that reintroduces us to the Del Valle family.

The dawn of the internet, budding influencer culture and a remarkable story of complicated family ties makes this a standout for your book club.

With dazzling illustrations and a fresh perspective, this is a classic, centuries-old story like you’ve never read it before.

Anthony Horowitz is back, and he’s brought along a few old friends. Three deaths, two detectives and one puzzling manuscript — this is a staggering mystery that we can’t wait to solve.

The Saga of the Unfated continues with another fiery, captivating romantasy where Freya fights for her kingdom — and her heart.

Dark, decadent and delicious, Aftertaste is a haunting romance — in more ways than one. Dine in New York’s finest restaurants and savor the flavor of this big-hearted read.

The Doorman explores humanity’s elite at their lowest under the careful watch of one man. Witty, sharp and twisty, this is perfect for fans of Only Murders in the Building.

There’s a killer at large and all eyes are looking to the White House. With unrelenting tension, political intrigue and insight into the presidency you can only get from a former commander-in-chief, The First Gentleman is a thrilling, action-packed ride.

All aboard Riley Sager’s latest unrelenting thriller. A story about desperate retribution during one thirteen-hour train ride, this action-packed ticking-clock whodunit will keep you guessing until the very end.

Set over 500 years, this tale of three sapphic vampires is a story about hunger, rage and the ways in which women are told to be satiated even when they aren’t.

The acclaimed literary giant is back and better than ever. Disconcerting and dream-like, Fox is a hypnotic journey through the mind of a madman that you’ll want to share with everyone you know.

Former B&N Monthly Pick author of The Dead Romantics returns with a heartwarming, ear-wormy tale. There’s nothing worse than falling for someone you loathe — especially in show business.

Five of the cleverest women in all of London are faced with an impossible case — and they’re just the people to solve it. Sharp, witty and puzzling, this is a glittering locked-room mystery we can’t wait to solve.

Part sci-fi adventure, part coming-of-age, part found family story, The Bones Beneath My Skin is a heartfelt trip through the unknown with three unforgettable characters at its core. This is TJ Klune at his best.

A twist of fate unlocks a woman’s journey of bravery, mystery and self-discovery in this incredible novel based on a true story.

Fans of Toshikazu Kawaguchi’s Before the Coffee Gets Cold series, this is the book for you! An unassuming Tokyo ramen shop contains a portal to another realm where customers can change their lives for the low price of one regret at a time. A breathtaking, magical story that feels like a dream.

Taylor Jenkins Reid is back — and her new book is out of this world. One innovative space shuttle program, six astronauts and an endless universe makes this complex and compassionate story one of Reid’s best.

Scott Turow’s latest takes Rusty back into the courtroom with a case that’s too close for comfort. Tense and thrilling, Turow examines the idea of ‘innocent until proven guilty’ like only a former attorney can.

The 25th installment of C.J. Box’s bestselling series is gritty, tense and sharp as a falcon’s talons. A story of murder and vengeance, this is a cat-and-mouse chase across a deadly mountain range.

Ever since James lost her twin brother in a freak accident, life hasn’t been the same. Both tragic and tender, this is a breathtaking journey of grief, love and history from the bestselling author of Fable.

A sharp coming-of-age journey set in a glamorous world of high academia, old money and one eccentric upper-class family. This heartfelt tale is sure to please fans of Sally Rooney and Emma Donoghue.

There are the books you read and then there are the books you experience, like this one by poet, photographer and bestselling writer Ocean Vuong, whose novels are spun from gorgeous prose and vibrant, original imagery.

The shocking ending to Iron Flame left us with a dizzying need for the third installment of Yarros’ phenomenal series. With love gained and lost, battles waged and won — Onyx Storm is another razor-sharp ride on dragon back.

A marriage shrouded in secrets and a town pulsing with tension, this is a love story unlike any other. Both passionate and propulsive, Broken Country is a poignant tale of love, loss, guilt and grief.

The king of horror has returned — along with a few old friends. Holly Gibney is back to investigate a terrifying threat and serve as a bodyguard to an activist with a target on her back. Taut, immersive and chilling, this is one of King’s best.

Our former Monthly Pick author is back with another genre-bending tale. Explore the magic and terrors of the deep in The Sirens, a story about sisterhood, resilience and the power of dreams.

The latest from Nobel Prize-winning author Kang is a story of community and history, humanity and hope.

Has a book ever totally changed your life? A group of teens at a home for pregnant girls face adversity, shame and more until a book of witchcraft changes everything for them. Triumphant and terrifying, you won’t put this one down.

Everything (and everyone) isn’t what it seems in the latest mind-bending mystery from one of our favorite authors. Fast-paced, twisty and taut, The Crash will chill you to the bone.

A beloved and critically-acclaimed author with an ever-growing social media following returns with an unforgettable new story of love and friendship, identity and race.

With thousands of miles and a sick cat between them, can this pair find love — or was it all a fluke?

The bestselling author of The Only Good Indians and I Was a Teenage Slasher returns with a chilling tale of blood, buffalo and revenge. Based on gruesome true events, Jones blends history and horror in a haunting story of vengeance and survival.

We’ve seen the musical, watched the movie, and re-read the original novel dozens of times. Finally, this is the origin story we’ve all been waiting for. Get to know the girl behind the witch in this dazzling coming-of-age tale.