The Biggest Books of Fall 2025: Fiction Edition

Sure, it’s still summer, but we are already getting excited about the fresh wave of fiction coming this fall. Yes, the stories we’re going to be reading curled up on the sofa on crisp autumn evenings are on our list of the biggest fiction books of fall. Whether you’re a romantic, mystery lover, edge-of-your-seat thrill seeker or you live for horror, there is something for every reader’s palate here. From quietly devastating and deeply healing literary fiction novels to sweeping historical fiction journeys and heartwarming adventures, these fiction books are not to be missed. And there’s more — you can still snag signed and exclusive editions of many of these “almost hot off the press” titles. So, what are you waiting for? Fall is calling…
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Love and war, births and deaths, coming together and falling apart — this intimate portrait of small-town, mid-century America is a must-read. The writing is both straightforward and poetic, and the story is compelling, cathartic and expertly crafted.
Always Remember: The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, the Horse and the Storm (B&N Exclusive Edition)
Charlie Mackesy
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$27.00
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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.
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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.
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A vivid exploration of art through a young girl’s museum adventures with her beloved grandfather. This is a heartfelt tale that stirs the soul and feeds the imagination.
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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.
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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.
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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. Order the signed edition before they’re gone.
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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.
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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 gritty and gothic read we’ve all been waiting for.
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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.
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Nathan Harris, author of The Sweetness of Water, returns with a searing story of survival, family and the fight for freedom in a broken world.
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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.
The Defender (Deluxe Edition) (B&N Exclusive Edition) (Gods of the Game #2)
Ana Huang
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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.
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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.
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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.
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A small-town lawyer gets caught up in a race to catch a killer and reclaim his own innocence in John Grisham’s latest.
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Reese Witherspoon steps onto new thrilling terrain in this highly-anticipated collab with — the master of plot twists — Harlan Coben.
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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.
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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.
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Inspired by one of humanity’s greatest conundrums, Circle of Days is a sweeping historical feat from a beloved author.
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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.
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A brand-new book from a beloved (and notoriously reclusive) author — his first in over a decade. The world won’t stop changing on Hicks McTaggart, a PI whose latest case turns into a full-blown, globe-trotting investigation, taking him from the sprawling Midwest to the streets of Hungary.
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Gothic horror at its finest, this time Kingfisher invites us on a haunted rescue mission cloaked in the eerie decay of American coal mines.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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A brand-new novel from a cult-favorite author known for his unconventional work. We can’t wait to see where Mark Z. Danielewski (House of Leaves) takes us next.
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Ghosts of a passionate college love triangle resurface, stirring up Jordan’s life decades later. Known for witty and emotionally moving stories that deeply resonate with her fans, Lily King does it again.
Looking for even more books to add to your TBR? Check out our list of most anticipated fiction books of 2025.
































