The Best Books of March 2026

Returning to his quiet Canadian hometown, a former Hollywood executive must finally confront a long-buried secret to build a brighter future. Sly, deeply funny and tender, this is a novel you’ll want to share with everyone you know.

You fell in love with the caring software engineer in Just for Summer, you couldn’t get enough of the gorgeous veterinarian in Say You’ll Remember Me, and the hot carpenter in Part of Your World was impossible to forget… now Abby Jimenez does it again. All Chris wants is for Larissa to be happy, but here’s the catch — Chris is not her boyfriend.

The author of Don’t Let the Forest In delivers a haunting adult debut that follows a young mother with a seemingly perfect life who begins hearing voices in her home.

Prepare to be swept away into the lush Gothic world of Ava Reid’s first book in The House of Teeth Duology. Magic, love and revenge await — if you dare to enter.

From Broadway to Hollywood and everywhere in between, Liza Minnelli opens up about her triumphs and struggles, revealing the deeply personal stories that shaped her life.

Let Demi Lovato reignite your pleasure for cooking and eating, One Plate at a Time, with her inspiring new cookbook. Find happiness in cooking and joy in every bite with more than 80 easy and satisfying recipes from Demi’s kitchen.

Lush and romantic with a hint of darkness, this unsettling tale of desire, power and fear is inspired by ancient Welsh mythology.

With one murder and ten suspects, this clever novel from the author of Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone is a classic whodunit with a killer twist.

Beyond the branches, nature tells a story. This engrossing read explores the connection between nature and spirituality through various types of trees.

One decision can change your life — and the lives of those around you. Years after her mother’s affair, Clara grapples with the choices that changed her family forever.

Former CEO of Goldman Sachs Lloyd Blankfein reveals the highs and lows of global leadership during a time of uncertainty and economic turbulence.

Escape the collapse, venture into the Void. As the crumbling universe threatens to fold in on itself, two outcasts find themselves deciphering a prophecy that could change the Void forever.

This thrilling survival story follows a group of humans stranded on a mysterious island where a mythical creature threatens to destroy them all.

The Scorpion and the Night Bossom was just the beginning. Àn’ying’s handsome rival is now her enemy and she must join forces with a mysterious boy in order to protect her people and save her kingdom.

Tom Junod tells the story of his father, a larger-than-life handbag salesman with a suitcase full of secrets, in this moving reflection of fathers, sons and the complex bonds between them.

The Bobiverse continues as a fleet of Bobs unite to save the universe…but it’s easier said than done. Worlds are colliding, the stakes are high and the Bobs are bobbing in the latest galactic adventure from Dennis E. Taylor.

Discover Upward Bound, a center for disabled adults, complete with a cast of eclectic patients and their overworked caretakers. Offering unique perspectives from complex characters, Woody Brown intricately weaves delicate storylines with empathy and warmth, delivering an inspiring novel of acceptance and hope.

Pigeons, pests, prairie dogs…they might seem like bothersome animals, but this book explores their true purpose, paired with whimsical artwork that will invite you to fall in love with the furry friends.

In the Australian outback, one family unravels after a series of tragedies. Heartbreaking and insightful, M.L. Stedman delivers an expansive story of fate, time and sacrifice.

Art and sports intersect in this fascinating book that connects themes from modern sports photography to essential moments in art history.

Get to know butter better in this beautifully designed guide. Whether you like it salted or unsalted, cultured or grass-fed, butter is the essential ingredient behind countless recipes.

Every 50 years, the gates between realms open, and a deadly quest begins. Alex Aster returns with her debut adult romantasy featuring bold magic, daring beasts and a mysterious king with alluring secrets.

If you had one chance to rewind the clock, would you do it? For the Nowak, family this miraculous ability is both a blessing and a curse. Returning to her hometown, Lauren confronts her memories — especially the love she lost a long time ago.

One judge. One controversial case. One fight for justice. Patterson and Davis have crafted a high-stakes courtroom drama that pulses with suspense.

Tana Franch crafts a masterful conclusion to the Cal Hooper series. This time, Hooper uncovers a dangerous scheme that threatens his entire community.

Alexis Hall makes their sci-fi debut with this imaginative retelling of Moby Dick set in space for a cosmic adventure filled with chaos.  

The author of Mercury weaves a lyrical tale of two folk singers, decades apart, and the ambitions that burn bright in their music and memories.

There is a true danger aboard the Celestial, a magical cruise ship with a secretive past, and concierge Roe is determined to uncover the truth before it consumes her and the rest on board in this imaginative fantasy.

Gritty and gruesome, Eric LaRocca brings a nightmare to life in this story about loss, grief and the loved ones who haunt us.

This in-depth guide to dopamine provides science-based plans to help motivate children in a time of screens and instant gratification.

From the author of Long Island and Brooklyn comes a haunting and empathetic collection of short stories that peel back the layers of human hopes, longings and heartbreaks.

With coping strategies that feel like a hug from a good friend, Jenny Lawson shares tips and tricks for keeping going when life gets challenging. When everything feels stacked against you, a little wise and humorous guidance from someone you trust can go a long way.

The harrowing true story of the American medical team at Phoenix Air, who set out on an impossible rescue mission during the 2014 Ebola outbreak.

Finding your true calling in a world that’s moving faster than ever can feel daunting. Arthur C. Brooks offers a practical, science-backed guide to help you rediscover purpose.

Secrets and gossip fill the halls of Wickham Academy, an elite boarding school where Billie has just one opportunity to clear her sister’s name and help bring her family back together.