"30 Things I Love About Myself" by Radhika Sanghani is a book for anyone who has ever found themselves in a spiral of self-loathing. For Nina Mistry, hitting rock bottom means spending her 30th birthday in a holding cell. The floundering freelance journalist lands there after breaking up with her fiancé and realizing she'll now have to move in with her mom and older brother. But even as she reaches her lowest point, Nina resolves to find 30 reasons to fall in love with herself over the next year, leading to a heartwarming and funny journey about one woman's radical quest to find self-acceptance.

Release date: Jan. 4

Noah Hawley, the creator of the Emmy-winning FX series Fargo, has written one of the year's most highly anticipated thrillers. Anthem takes place during a moment in time that's incredibly similar to one we're all living through right now - but with a twist. Suddenly, teens across the world are discovering hidden messages in memes that only they can understand. Among them is Simon Oliver, who leaves the facility where he's trying to process the sudden death of his sister with a man called The Prophet and a woman named Louise. Together, they embark on a journey to stop a man called The Wizard, who preys on the vulnerable.

Release date: Jan. 4

Daphne Palasi Andreades's debut novel "Brown Girls" is, at its heart, a coming-of-age story. Set in Queens, the novel follows Nadira, Gabby, Naz, Trish, and Angelique, a group of friends who are growing up feeling torn between two worlds. Each of them comes from a family of immigrants, and together they roam New York City, where they grapple with young adulthood, test the bonds of their friendship, and ultimately take divergent paths as they find themselves. This moving story puts the spotlight on the complexities of modern women friendships in a story about the beauty and tragedy of growing up.

Release date: Jan. 4

Told across two decades, "Fiona and Jane" by Jean Chen Ho chronicles the friendship of two Taiwanese-American women who have been inseparable since second grade. Told through the lens of both women's perspectives, the story follows Fiona as she ultimately leaves behind Los Angeles to chase her dreams in New York City, while Jane stays behind to deal with the sudden death of her estranged father. As the distance strains their friendship, Jane and Fiona begin to drift in and out of each other's lives in this astounding novel about adult friendships and two remarkable women who aren't quite sure if they still fit together like they did when they were children.

Release date: Jan. 4

"The Ivory Key" by Akshaya Raman is a YA fantasy debut about a quartet of siblings who are each in search of the Ivory Key - the literal key of magic - for their own reasons. Vira, Ronak, Kaleb, and Riya come from a royal family, but despite their shared upbringing, they have never been close. Now, with their kingdom on the verge of running out of magic, a situation that would lead to war, they have to band together to find the key - but the catch is none of them want the key for the same reason, leaving the door open for startling double-crosses and maybe even a bit of sibling bonding along the way.

Release date: Jan. 4

Dani Porter is only looking for sweet revenge when she buys the vacant lot next to her ex's new house in "Love at First Spite" by Anna E. Collins. The interior decorator plans to build a vacation rental right next door to her ex-fiancé's house to ensure he doesn't get a moment's peace in the home they were going to share before he cheated on her with the realtor. Unfortunately, the only way to make Spite House happen is with the help of the incredibly uptight architect Wyatt Montego. However, it doesn't take long for Dani to realize Wyatt is way more than just a professional connection.

Release date: Jan. 4

Nita Prose's entrancing debut "The Maid" is being hailed as something of a modern-day "Clue." The locked-room mystery follows 25-year-old Molly, who is still learning how to navigate the world without the help of her grandmother. For Molly, the world can be a strange and chaotic place, but she thrives on restoring order, which makes her the perfect maid for the Regency Grand Hotel. However, when the young maid discovers a dead body in one of the rooms, she's the first person accused of the murder. Luckily, Molly and her friends are determined to crack the case before she goes down for a crime she didn't commit.

Release date: Jan. 4

Both literal and metaphorical storms plague the Acevedo family in Xochitl Gonzalez's "Olga Dies Dreaming". In the years since their mother left them to join a radical political movement, Olga and Pedro have become shining stars in New York. Pedro is a congressman, while Olga is one of the city's most sought-after wedding planners. But there are cracks in the lives of the siblings that are only magnified by the return of their mother. Blanca happens to reappear just in time for hurricane season, leaving Olga and Pedro to reckon with the damage she did to their lives just as Puerto Rico is hit by a devastating hurricane.

Release date: Jan. 4

Rachel Hawkins's latest thriller "Reckless Girls" gives Agatha Christie's classic "And Then There Were None" a deliciously twisted modern update. When six gorgeous 20-somethings embark on a voyage to a secluded island with a history of shipwrecks, they expect nothing more than a blissful stay in paradise. Instead, they soon discover the island is a much darker and more isolated place than they ever could have imagined. First, one of them disappears, and then another vacationer ends up dead, leaving the remaining guests to unravel the mystery of what's really going on before they all meet an untimely demise.

Release date: Jan. 4

Who gets to decide what it means for a woman to be a good mother? That's the question at the center of Jessamine Chan's searing novel "The School For Good Mothers." Everything in Frida Liu's life is complicated: her job is a disappointment to her parents, and her husband doesn't even bother to hide his affair. The one thing in Frida's life that is perfect is her daughter Harriet, but when Frida makes one mistake, the government suddenly has the power to decide whether or not she's a good mother - and if she's fit to parent Harriet at all.

Release date: Jan. 4

New York Times bestselling author Laura Lippman is one of the best modern crime fiction writers around. That's why her new collection of short stories, "Seasonal Work," is such a treat. Each story in the collection features a fascinating woman who ends up right at the center of a plot full of intrigue and suspense. Short stories include "Just One More," in which a couple's attempt to spice up their marriage goes awry, and "Slow Burner," wherein a woman just can't help but investigate her husband's secret cell phone. These juicy mini mysteries are perfect for when you want a twisty but short read.

Release date: Jan. 4

Sleeping Beauty gets a much needed upgrade in "The Bone Spindle" by Leslie Vedder. Briar Rose is a prince who has been under a sleeping curse for 100 years, just waiting for true love's kiss to wake him up. What he didn't expect was for a treasure hunter named Fi to prick her finger and suddenly gain the ability to see his spirit. Now Fi, her friend Shane, and Briar Rose must embark on a dangerous quest full of witches and magic in order to break the curse and set Briar Rose free. (And if Fi can avoid falling in love with the prince, she'll see that as an added bonus.)

Release date: Jan. 11

"The Paris Bookseller" by Kerri Maher is a can't-miss historical fiction title for anyone with a passion for books. In 1919, Sylvia Beach opens the famed Parisian bookstore Shakespeare and Company, which quickly becomes a gathering place for some of the brightest minds of the era, including Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and James Joyce. In fact, when Joyce's "Ulysses" is banned, Sylvia takes a chance and publishes the title herself. This one act tests the bookseller's friendships, puts her business at risk, and leads to a personal and professional crisis that will force her to decide just how much the bookstore means to her.

Release date: Jan. 11

"To Paradise" by Hanya Yanagihara is a knockout of a novel. Spanning three centuries, the author chronicles three different eras in America history. First up is an alternate history version of 1893, in which New York is a free state where everyone can live and love as they please. Then there's 1993 New York, in which the AIDs crisis touches the lives of a couple whose age difference and secrets haunt them. Finally, Yanagihara turns her attention to 2093, in which a granddaughter is trying to move on in the aftermath of her grandfather's death, while also investigating the disappearance of her husband.

Release date: Jan. 11

"Wahala" by Nikki May is like "Sex and the City," but with a modern edge. Ronke, Boo, and Simi are Anglo-Nigerian best friends who share everything with each other - well, almost everything. Boo isn't as satisfied with her happily ever after as her friends think she is, Ronke is desperate to finally get married and start a family, and Simi doesn't know how to tell her husband she's not trying to get pregnant. Enter Isobel, a glamorous newcomer who shakes all of their lives up, while also exposing the glaring cracks in their friendship as she pushes the women outside of their comfort zones.

Release date: Jan. 11

Rachel Lynn Solomon serves up another sunshiny rom-com in "Weather Girl." Meteorologist Ari Abrams wants nothing more than to learn under her hero, the iconic Seattle weatherwoman Torrance Hale. Unfortunately, Torrance is too distracted by her divorce from the station's news director to pay Ari any attention. Always the optimist, Ari enlists the shy sports reporter Russell Barringer to help her reunite Torrance with her ex. As you can imagine, her efforts quickly become complicated by her own feelings for Russell, and the fallout that comes along with trying to play matchmaker in an already tense work environment.

Release date: Jan. 11

Kendra James is the first African American legacy student to graduate from The Taft School, and she's spilling everything about her experience at the mostly white boarding school in her memoir "Admissions." In her own professional life, James went on to specialize in diversity recruitment for prep schools, and it was during this time she realized she was leading a new generation of students to walk the same complicated path she did. That's when she decided to write "Admissions," an account of the microaggressions and elitist nonsense she faced during her time at Taft, as well as an examination of the way pop culture depicts boarding school life.

Release date: Jan. 18

If you love period dramas like "Downton Abbey" and "The Crown," then you need to read "Hotel Portofino" by J.P. O'Connell immediately. The dazzling mystery has already been turned into a TV series that is set to air on PBS later this year, and it's easy to see why. Set at an upper-class British hotel in the 1920s-era Italian Riviera, the story follows Bella Ainsworth, the hotel's owner who is struggling to keep her haughty guests happy and her troubled family afloat. When a love match for her son falls through, Bella's situation goes from bad to so much worse.

Release date: Jan. 18

There are shades of "Cloud Atlas" in Sequoia Nagamatsu's enthralling and sprawling sci-fi debut "How High We Go in the Dark." The story spans hundreds of years and focuses on an interconnected cast of characters who are trying to survive in a world ravaged by climate change. Beginning in 2030 when an Arctic plague sweeps across the world, the story quickly becomes an ode to human perseverance and the enduring nature of love. From an unlikely love story that unfolds at a theme park for terminally ill children to an intrepid grandmother's attempt to find a new home planet for herself and her granddaughter, every storyline within this dazzling novel will touch your heart.

Release date: Jan. 18

Sophie Sullivan serves up the HGTV-style rom-com the world needs right now in "How to Love Your Neighbor." After putting herself through interior design school by working an impressive number of jobs, Grace Travis has finally found the perfect fixer-upper to call her own. There's just one problem: her next-door neighbor happens to be a ruthless real estate developer named Noah Jansen, who wants nothing more than to buy Grace's house so he can expand his own dream home into the lot it is sitting on. However, Grace has waited far too long to have a home of her own to give up without a fight.

Release date: Jan. 18

"Made in Manhattan" by Lauren Layne flips "My Fair Lady" on its head, and the results are as hilarious as they are swoon-worthy. Violet Townsend effortlessly fits in among Manhattan's elite, thanks in no small part to her need to please everyone around her. This goes double for her grandmother, who has a big favor to ask of Violet. She needs her granddaughter to help her friend's newly discovered grandson, Cain Stone, learn how to navigate the upper crust world of New York City. Unfortunately for Violet, Cain, a born and bred Louisianan, has zero interest in playing by the New York City rules Violet lives by.

Release date: Jan. 18

In an era where job satisfaction and the toll a bad job can take on a person's mental health seems to be on everyone's mind, "Must Love Books" by Shauna Robinson is an absolute must-read. At the heart of the story is Nora Hughes, whose love of reading led her to what was supposed to be her dream job as an editorial assistant at Parsons Press. But after five years of taking coffee orders and working late hours, Nora's hard work is rewarded with a pay cut. This leaves her with no other option but to secretly take on a job with Parsons's rival publisher, even as author Andrew Santos tries to give her a compelling reason to stick with her dream job turned nightmare.

Release date: Jan. 18

"On a Night Like This" by Lindsey Kelk is a "Cinderella"-inspired rom-com that might just make you believe in magic. Fran Cooper is ready to change her life, and, thanks to her new job as a celebrity assistant, she's on the right path. Still, there's no getting around the fact that's she's a gatecrasher at the Crystal Ball, an exclusive party held on an island in Italy. That's exactly why she needs to resist the charms of Evan, an effortlessly cool American who wants Fran to have one epic, adventurous night with him - even though it quickly becomes clear they're both looking for something more.

Release date: Jan. 18

Expect to sleep with the lights on after reading "The Other Family" by Wendy Corsi Staub. The Howell family are California transplants who find the perfect brownstone to move into in Brooklyn. There's plenty of room for the couple, their daughters, and even their pug. There's just one catch: the previous residents of their dream home died in an unsolved triple homicide. Soon, the Howells begin to feel as if someone is watching their family, and the eldest daughter Stacey just can't stop digging into the case. However, she may discover her own family has a shocking connection to the previous owners that will upend the Howell family's seemingly perfect lives forever.

Release date: Jan. 18

Colleen Hoover returns with another touching romance novel in "Reminders of Him." A horrible mistake landed Kenna Rowan in prison for five years. Now released, she wants nothing more than to be reunited with her daughter and start a new life for the both of them. Sadly, no one in her hometown is willing to give her a chance except for local bar owner Ledger Ward. As Ledger and Kenna grow closer, their connection puts the bar owner's good standing in the town at risk, but their connection might just be strong enough to risk losing everything over.

Release date: Jan. 18

Holly Miller's "Sliding Doors"-style romance "What Might Have Been" is all about how one decision can change the course of your life forever. On the night Lucy quits her job, she meets a photographer named Caleb, and bumps into Max, the man she always believed was the love of her life. Now she has two choices: stay in her seaside town with Caleb and finally write the novel she's been dreaming about for ages, or head to London with Max, where she has an opportunity to revitalize her career. The story follows Lucy down both paths as destiny works its magic on her life.

Release date: Jan. 18

"Yinka, Where Is Your Huzband?" by Lizzie Damilola Blackburn is a delightful romantic comedy that refuses to play by the genre's rules. Yinka is a successful 30-something-year-old with a good job and a wonderful group of friends. Even though her life is, by all accounts, a happy one, her traditional Nigerian mother and aunties can't stop asking her when she'll get married. While Yinka prefers to believe love will find her when the time is right, she decides to find a date for her cousin's wedding in hopes of making her family happy. In the process, she might just find something more important: herself.

Release date: Jan. 18

"Good Rich People" by Eliza Jane Brazier comes with a jaw-dropping twist right out of the gate: the story revolves around a wealthy couple who amuse themselves by inviting self-made entrepreneurs to live in their guesthouse and then set out to destroy their lives. However, they get more than they bargained for when Demi moves in. Their latest target has secrets of her own, and she's been through too much in her life to let a pair of bored rich people ruin her one shot at living the good life. Soon, Demi and the couple are locked in a battle that's destined to end badly for everyone involved.

Release date: Jan. 25

Former writing partners Katrina Freeling and Nathan Van Huysen are forced to reunite to finish one more romance novel in Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka's second chance romance "The Roughest Draft." The bestselling authors have successfully avoided each other since their private falling out, but with one book left on their contract, they reunite in the heat of the small Florida town where they penned their first book to write one more story. In the process, the duo might just have a shot of working out their differences and remembering why they made such a great team in the first place.

Release date: Jan. 25

"Boyfriend Material" author Alexis Hall turns his attention to the regency era in the fun and frothy "Something Fabulous." Valentine Layton is a duke with a problem. His father always hoped he would marry Miss Arabella Tarleton, but when he proposes, she literally runs away from his proposition of a marriage of convenience. Now, Valentine is on a mission to find Arabella with her romantic and dramatic twin brother Bonny at his side. The only trouble is, Bonny has a way of getting under the duke's skin like no one else has before - and that could be quite inconvenient indeed.

Release date: Jan. 25

Imani Perry delves deep into the complicated past and present of the South in
South to America." Perry argues that in order to understand America as a whole, you must first understand the idiosyncrasies and myriad of cultures that exist in the south. But first, the native Alabaman had to return home to delve into her roots and explore both the dark side of southern culture and the positive parts that are seldom appreciated by those who aren't from the region. The end result is an essential cultural exploration that will ultimately help people better understand the complexities of this country we call home.

Release date: Jan. 25

Bestselling author Isabel Allende's "Violeta" is a sweeping story of one woman's long and extraordinary life. Born in 1920 South America, Violeta has only been alive a few weeks when the Spanish flu visits their shores. Thanks to her father, her family makes it through the pandemic unscathed, but there are more trials on the horizon, including the Great Depression, the rise of tyrants, first loves, terrible heartaches, and another much more modern pandemic. Spanning 100 years, this stunning novel will show you the history of our modern times through the story of one fascinating woman's life.

Release date: Jan. 25

Award-winning journalist Rachel Krantz dives deep into the subject of open relationships in her fascinating memoir "Open." After falling for a man named Adam who wanted a committed, but non-exclusive relationship, Krantz agreed to try non-monogamy for the first time. From there, she explores the ups and downs of being in an open relationship, while also talking to members of the swinger and polyamory communities, and researching the subject from both a participant's and. a scientific point of view. The end result is an honest look at her personal experience with non-monogamy, from dealing with unbalanced power dynamics to navigating what it takes to foster trust, love, and commitment in an open relationship.

Release date: Jan. 25

Charmaine Wilkerson's debut novel "Black Cake" is an emotional tour de force. When their mother dies, estranged siblings Byron and Benny return home to claim a most unusual inheritance. Their mother has left behind a traditional Caribbean black cake, a harrowing story of a woman fleeing her island home after being suspected of murder, and instructions to share the cake together "when the time is right." But first, Byron and Benny must solve the mystery of the secrets their mother kept from them and find their way to each other before they can truly understand where they come from.

Release date: Feb. 1

At once an emotional love story and a family drama, "The Liz Taylor Ring" by Brenda Janowitz will pull you in with mystery and romance. Years after the death of their parents, the Schneider children reunite under one roof when the 11-carat ring their father gifted their mother resurfaces after having gone missing for years. At first, the adult children can only see the monetary value of the ring, but it soon becomes apparent the ring that looks so much like the one Richard Burton gave Liz Taylor after they separated holds family secrets they never could have imagined.

Release date: Feb. 1

The first book in Tahereh Mafi's highly anticipated fantasy series "This Woven Kingdom" is inspired by Persian mythology. The crown prince Kamran knows there are prophecies foretelling the death of the king, but he never could have anticipated what would happen when they come to pass. As far as he knew, Alizeh was nothing more than a servant, but in truth she's the heir to the Jinn kingdom. Now her rise to power is destined to not only challenge his claim to the crown, but also to upend the world as they know it in the first chapter of what's set to be an epic trilogy.

Release date: Feb. 1

What do a potentially cursed apartment building and the television series "Grace and Frankie" have in common you ask? They brought together two real life people in a love story that was 30 years in the making. The heartwarming story unfolds in Nancy Balbirer's charming memoir "Almost Romance." In her book, Balbirer tells the downright cinematic tale of how she finally realized her life-long best friend was also the person she was supposed to spend the rest of her life with. But before she could come to that realization, the residents of her possibly cursed apartment building and the members of the "Grace and Frankie" writers room had to do a bit of well-meaning meddling first.

Release date: Feb. 1

An early contender for the steamiest book of the year, "Anonymous Sex" comes with a side of mystery. While the anthology of erotic short stories was edited by Hillary Jordan and Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan, each story is presented without credit to the author. The idea is that the authors are completely free to let loose as they write steamy stories featuring fairytale sex, revenge sex, and even sex with a side of laughs. Despite not being credited, we do know the authors who contributed stories, and the list is full of big names including Louise Erdrich, Helen Oyeyemi, and Chigozie Obioma.

Release date: Feb. 1

Edited by Jessica P. Pryde, "Black Love Matters" is a collection of essays exploring how Black love is explored in television, film, and books. This essential collection includes essays from beloved authors, commentators, and librarians including Jasmine Guillory, Kosoko Jackson, and Beverly Jenkins. Each essay tackles a different facet of how Black love is portrayed in the media, from exploring the history of Black romance on screen, to serving up candid essays that reveal how depictions of Black love in pop culture impacted each individual author. The end result is a celebration of Black love in all of its forms, as well as a call for Hollywood to show more Black joy onscreen.

Release date: Feb. 1

In December 1926, Agatha Christie disappeared for 11 days, but when she returned she claimed to have no memory of what transpired during her time away. The real-life mystery has fascinated the author's fans for decades, and now it has inspired Nina de Gramont's twisty historical mystery, "The Christie Affair." In Gramont's version of everts, Christie's disappearance is tied to her husband's mistress, Miss Nan O'Dea. The gripping story weaves together fact and fiction to produce a tale that has a historical backdrop, romance, intrigue, mystery, and yes, even a murder with a twist worthy of the famed writer herself.

Release date: Feb. 1

Both heartbreaking and hopeful, "Don't Cry for Me" by Daniel Black is a story about Black fathers and queer sons told from the point-of-view of a man on his deathbed. Jacob has many regrets, not the least of which is how he treated his son, Isaac, when he told his father that he was gay. While it's too late to repair his relationship with his son, Jacob knows that he can at least leave him with the full story of his family. Through a series of letters, Jacob tells his son all of the things he could never say to him in person, while also asking for his forgiveness.

Release date: Feb. 1

Set in the small town of Haven, Wisconsin, "The Family Chao" by Lan Samantha Chang is a literary thriller about family secrets and the darker side of living in a town where everyone knows your name. For decades, the residents of Haven have eaten at the Fine Chao restaurant without delving into the rumors about the complicated marriage between the owners, Big Leo and Winnie. However, when Leo and Winnie's three sons all come home to Haven, and their father suddenly turns up dead, the entire town can't stop speculating about which one of the Chao men might be responsible for Leo's death.

Release date: Feb. 1

Rita Sepetys's latest historical thriller might just be her most gripping one yet. "I Must Betray You" is set in 1989 Romania, where 17-year-old Cristian Florescu is forced to give up his dreams of becoming a writer to become an informant for the secret police. Not wanting to simply accept his fate, Cristian decides to use his natural creativity to work as a double agent. Instead of helping the dangerous regime running his country, he decides to risk everything to give the people of Romania a voice, even if it means he must sacrifice his personal freedom in the process.

Release date: Feb. 1

"Lease on Love" by Falon Ballard follows Sadie Green, a woman who not only just got passed over for a promotion at work, but who also needs a new place to live. Her search unexpectedly leads her to the door of Jack, a man who is grieving the death of his parents by escaping into movie marathons and video games. He and Sadie have nothing in common except for a mutual love of his brownstone, which leads him to offer her his spare room. It's an offer that Sadie can't refuse, and it's also one that's destined to make both of their lives infinitely better.

Release date: Feb. 1

In addition to being the author of 2021's buzzy "Dial A for Aunties," Jesse Q. Sutanto is also a bestselling YA thriller writer. If you've yet to dip into her YA books, her latest, "The New Girl," is the perfect place to start. The thriller is set at Draycott Academy, a prestigious school where misfit Lia Setiawan has just won a track scholarship. However, on her very first day at her new school, she witnesses a fellow student being taken away by campus security against their will. When no one else seems to care, Lia takes it upon herself to look into the student's disappearance and gets herself wrapped up in a dangerous scenario.

Release date: Feb. 1

"Other People's Clothes" by Calla Henkel is a psychological thriller with a sense of humor. Zoe Beech wants nothing more than to forget the recent murder of her best friend, and she decides the best way to move forward is to leave everything familiar behind. As a result, she ends up studying abroad in Berlin, where she meets aspiring artist Hailey Mader. Together they sublet an apartment owned by a famed thriller writer, and convince themselves they're being watched. Soon, Hailey suggests to Zoe that the author is planning to use their lives for inspiration for her next novel, which leads them to craft dynamic personas that won't be easy to shake off.

Release date: Feb. 1

A Day of the Dead celebration brings together a pair of star-crossed lovers in Alana Quintana Albertson's rom-com update of "Romeo and Juliet," "Ramón and Julieta." After exchanging a life-changing kiss with a woman he's never properly met at a Day of the Dead festival, Ramón makes it his mission to track her down. Unfortunately for him, the mystery kisser is none other than Julieta Campos, a chef who is doing everything she can to keep her sea-to-table taqueria from closing - a taqueria that he now owns. To make matters worse, Ramón's father stole Julieta's mother's famed taco recipe decades ago, making their family sworn enemies.

Release date: Feb. 1

"Dead Silence" is being described as "'Titanic' meets 'The Shining'" which should tell you everything you need to know about this spooky sc-fi horror novel. The story is set in deep space where a beacon repair crew discovers a luxury spaceliner called Aurora. The Aurora disappeared on its maiden voyage, and it holds so much loot that the entire crew, including the soon-to-be unemployed Claire Kovalik, will never have to work again if they can salvage it. Unfortunately for them, something about the Aurora just isn't right. From the whispers echoing in the dark, to the bloody messages warning them to get out, it soon becomes clear they're not alone on the ship.

Release date: Feb. 8

A tragic secret and a sudden loss upend one woman's plans for her future in "Red Thread of Fate" by Lyn Liao Butler. Just days before Tam and Tony Kwan receive a letter letting them know they've been approved to adopt a little boy in China, Tony dies in a car accident with his estranged cousin Mia. Now, Tam not only has to decide if she wants to go through with the adoption, she also learns she has been named the guardian of Mia's five-year-old daughter. Complicating matters further is a family secret that could threaten Tam's fragile bond with the little girl who has been placed in her care.

Release date: Feb. 8

A volatile friendship defines two women's lives in "When We Lost Our Heads" by Heather O'Neill. The story follows Marie Antoine, the daughter of the richest man in 19th century Montreal, who wants nothing more than a best friend. When Sadie Arnett moves in nearby, Marie sees this as an opportunity to make a connection. While Sadie and Marie quickly become friends, their friendship is a complicated one. Not only do they challenge each other, they also encourage one another to play dangerous games. Eventually their parents separate them, but their infatuation with one another will follow them straight through adulthood as their games only grow in intensity.

Release date: Feb. 8

Sarah J. Maas's "Crescent City" series continues in "House of Sky and Breath," another sexy fantasy adventure that's sure to captivate the author's fans. After saving Crescent City, Bryce Quinlan and Hunt Athalar are more than ready for a break. Unfortunately for them, there's a new threat on the horizon, and it has no respect for the couple's need for rest and relaxation. With rebels becoming a serious threat to the Asteri's power, Bryce and Hunt realize they'll have to join their friends if they have any hope of preserving the fragile peace they have established in Crescent City.

Release date: Feb. 15

"Meet Me in the Margins" by Melissa Ferguson is a rom-com that's as much an ode to romance novels as it is one. Savannah Cade may work for a publishing company that treats romance like it's not worth the paper it's printed on, but she knows better. After years of working as an editor, she's finally ready to submit her own romance manuscript to a famed champion of the genre. However, before she can send over her draft, a mysterious editor makes notes in the margins of her work, which she had carefully hidden away in a turret of her Victorian office. When her official editor gives her the same notes, Savannah realizes she has no choice but to work with her mystery editor if she has any chance of getting her book published.

Release date: Feb. 15

The second book in Marlon James's "Dark Star" trilogy flips the first book, "Black Leopard, Red Wolf," on its head. In "Moon Witch, Spider King," Sogolon, the antagonist from the first entry in the trilogy, takes center stage. This time around, readers see the story from her point-of-view, which is sure to make you reevaluate everything you thought you knew to be true from the first book. Not only does Sogolon share her take on what happened to the missing boy from the last book, she also details her nearly 200 hundred year long feud with Aesi, the chancellor to the king, and reveals that she's not quite the villain people think she is.

Release date: Feb. 15

Rebecca Ross makes her adult fantasy debut with the lyrical "A River Enchanted." It's been 10 years since the young bard Jack Tamerlaine left the island of Cadence to study music on the mainland. But now that young girls are disappearing from the island at an alarming rate, Jack has been called home. As a bard, his songs may be the only thing that can convince the mysterious and mischievous spirits of the isle to return the girls. Still, that doesn't change his reluctance to return home and work with his childhood enemy, Adaira, the heiress of the east, to restore order to the island.

Release date: Feb. 15

Who doesn't love a second-chance romance with a side of fake dating? In "I'm So Not Over You" by Kosoko Jackson, Kian can't help but hope that his ex's text message means Hudson is ready to apologize for their breakup so they can finally get back together. Instead, Hudson has a proposition for Kian: he wants his ex to pose as his boyfriend for a family dinner. When Kian agrees, the last thing he expects is to end up as Hudson's plus one at the most-buzzed-about wedding of the year, and yet that's exactly what happens, leaving him to wonder just how fake their arrangement really is.

Release date: Feb. 22

"The Paris Apartment" by Lucy Foley is an enticing Parisian locked room mystery with enough twists and turns to keep even the most seasoned of thriller fans guessing. With her life in shambles, Jess is in need of a change of scenery, and her half-brother reluctantly obliges by inviting her to stay with him in his apartment in Paris. However, when Jess arrives, her brother is nowhere to be found, and the longer he's missing, the more suspicious she becomes about his seemingly nice neighbors. As she investigates the people who may or may not know what happened to her brother, Jess finds herself in the middle of a potentially deadly situation.

Release date: Feb. 22

Faith and brotherhood are at the heart of Quan Barry's compelling new novel "When I'm Gone, Look for Me in the East." Set in Mongolia, the story follows a young monk, Chuluun, who sets off on a journey with his twin brother, Mun, to find the reincarnation of a religious figure known as the great lama. Complicating their journey is the fact that the brothers can hear each other's thoughts, and Mun has long since given up the monastic life, leaving his relationship with his brother strained. As they make their way across Mongolia, the boys' faith will be tested, as will their bond.

Release date: Feb. 22

"Only a Monster" by Vanessa Len is a beautifully written and totally absorbing contemporary fantasy novel about a star-crossed pair of teens from two very different worlds. Joan is shocked when her parents reveal the family secret to her: they're all monsters. Stuck with this secret, Joan can never tell anyone the truth about who they are, or the powers they possess. That revelation alone is enough to send Joan reeling, but things get worse when she discovers the cute boy she has been crushing on is actually a monster slayer on a mission to destroy her family at any cost.

Release date: Feb. 22

Sabaa Tahir is known for her richly drawn YA fantasy series "An Ember in the Ashes," but in "All My Rage," she proves she's equally adept at writing unforgettable contemporary stories too. Beginning in Lahore, Pakistan, with the story of the main characters' parents, this astounding story follows best friends Salahudin and Noor as they navigate life in Juniper, California. After a fight tests their bond, the teens must follow their own paths as Sal tries to save his family's failing hotel business by any means necessary and Noor saves money for college in hopes of escaping her alcoholic uncle's control.

Release date: March 1

Bestselling author V.E. Schwab creates a new dark fantasy world in "Gallant." At the center of the story is the idea that everything casts a shadow, even the world itself. Olivia Prior just happens to be able to move between the real world and the shadow world, which puts her in a unique position to study the crumbling manor that is Gallant. When she crosses over into the shadow world, she sees firsthand the darkness that has haunted her family for decades, and now she has to make a choice: join the darkness or fight against it for the sake of generations to come.

Release date: March 1

"It Happened One Summer" took the romance world by storm in 2021, and now Tessa Bailey is returning to the world of the Bellinger sisters in "Hook, Line, and Sinker." This time around Hannah takes center stage as she moves into the spare bedroom in her best friend Fox Thornton's apartment. What she doesn't realize is that notorious ladies' man Fox is nursing a serious crush on his best pal, but he's determined not to let it ruin their friendship - even if that means helping her hook-up with a co-worker she can't get out of her head.

Release date: March 1

"One Italian Summer" by Rebecca Serle is a different kind of love story. This moving novel tells the story of Katy, whose best friend has always been her mother. Just before Katy and her mom, Carol, are set to take a trip of a lifetime to Positano, where her mom spent one magical summer before meeting Katy's dad, Carol dies. Grief-stricken, but determined to follow in her mother's footsteps, Katy goes on the trip alone, and soon something magical happens. Somehow, she ends up running into the 30-year-old version of her mom, giving her a chance to get to know a side of her mother she's never known before.

Release date: March 1

Traci Chee draws on Japanese folklore in her vibrant new fantasy novel "A Thousand Steps Into Night." Set in the world of Awara, where monsters, humans, and gods must all coexist, Miuko is living a quiet life as an innkeeper's daughter until she's cursed. Now, Miuko can't stop herself from turning into a demon whose touch is deadly unless she embarks on a quest to bargain with the gods themselves. Along the way she encounters a meddlesome demon prince, tricksters, and a cast of unforgettable characters as she slowly begins to realize she may not want to return to her old life after all.

Release date: March 1

Romance editor Lanie is excelling at life in "By Any Other Name" by Lauren Kate - or so she thinks. Not only does she have her dream job, she's also engaged to a man that somehow ticks off all 99 boxes on her list of partner must-haves. So when she is given a chance to help her favorite author, Noa Callaway, banish their writer's block, she jumps at the opportunity. What she didn't anticipate is that Noa, who has never been seen by anyone in the industry before, isn't who she expects. But the revelation might just inspire her to toss her checklist out of the window all the same.

Release date: March 1

A Blockbuster and an ice cream parlor become grisly crime scenes in Alex Finlay's darkly nostalgic thriller "The Night Shift". During New Year's Eve in 1999, four teens are attacked while working late at a local Blockbuster, and only one of them survives. Fifteen years later, history repeats itself when a group of workers are attacked at a local ice cream parlor, leaving just one survivor behind. In the aftermath, the survivor of the Blockbuster massacre, an FBI agent, and the brother of the accused all must work together to unravel the truth about the attacks.

Release date: March 1

"The Tobacco Wives" by Adele Myers puts the strong bonds between women in the post-WWII era front and center. After moving to Bright Leaf, North Carolina (the tobacco capital of the South), Maddie Sykes becomes fast friends with the town's strong and vibrant women. However, when she realizes that many of the women in the town are suffering from major health problems, she faces a dilemma. She can either speak out against the tobacco industry, which is the lifeblood of the town, or remain quiet and watch her friends struggle from preventable diseases. No matter what choice Maddie makes, she knows Bright Leaf won't escape unscathed.

Release date: March 1

Music superstar Dolly Parton and bestselling author James Patterson team up for "Run, Rose, Run," a thrilling story about a young woman who is willing to risk everything to make her dreams of becoming a country music star come true. When a young singer-songwriter heads to Nashville to pursue her dreams of stardom, she hopes she can leave her past behind her. What she doesn't realize is that there are two sides to Nashville, and the city's seedy underbelly is impossible to avoid - especially when there are already people from her past hot on her trail.

Release date: March 7

Three women's lives collide in surprising and twisted ways in "Truth and Other Lies" by Maggie Smith. Megan Barnes's mother, Helen, is running for Congress, which means she wants Megan to put her life as a reporter on hold until after the election. Instead, Megan finds a fulfilling new job with Pulitzer-prize-winning journalist Jocelyn Jones. But just as she's settling into her new life, an anonymous tweet puts Helen's entire career in jeopardy, forcing her daughter to search for the troll who is out for her. Unfortunately for Megan, the answers she finds are destined to leave her torn between her mother and her mentor.

Release date: March 8

A refined advice columnist discovers the joys of telling it like it is in "If You Ask Me" by Libby Hubscher. As the author of "Dear Sweetie," the most popular advice column in all of North Carolina, Violet Covington is known for having her life together. But that all changes when she discovers her husband is having an affair. In a fit of rage, Violet pens a scathing column that goes viral and then promptly sets all of her husband's clothes on fire on her front lawn. This leads to a meet-cute with a fireman who helps Violet realize she's no longer interested in being the perfect advice-giver she once was.

Release date: March 8

Brad Meltzer's follow-up to his bestselling thriller The Escape Artist is finally here. In "The Lightning Rod," mortician "Zig" Zigarowski discovers a secret no one was ever supposed to uncover while autopsying the distinguished family man Archie Mint. That secret leads him straight to Nola Brown, the woman who saved Zig's life two years ago. As he's tracking down Zola, Zig begins to realize just how big of a case he's gotten himself into when he uncovers a secret government facility that doesn't officially exist. It seems that once again, Zola is leading him into danger, but this time the fate of the world could be at stake.

Release date: March 8

Jennifer Yen gives Jane Austen's "Emma" a modern, YA update in "Love, Decoded." Everyone in Gigi Wong's life seems to expect her to succeed, and she'll do anything to live up to their expectations. That includes coding a friendship matchmaking app in hopes of securing a prestigious tech internship. Unfortunately for Gigi, her goal of helping others make friends quickly blows up in her face thanks to a series of misunderstandings and her app going viral at school. Now, Gigi not only has to work on repairing her friendships, she also has to try and salvage her project if she still wants to land her dream gig.

Release date: March 8

South Korean author Gu Byeong-Mo's English language debut is a suspense-filled thriller like nothing you've ever read before. "The Old Woman with the Knife" follows Hornclaw, a 65-year-old woman who also happens to be an assassin. These days she lives with her senior dog and tries to lead a quiet life, but she still takes jobs from time to time. However, she's not quite as cold as she once was, which causes her to become too close to a target. For the first time, she has formed an emotional connection with the person she's supposed to kill, and that mistake could cost Hornclaw her life.

Release date: March 8

"Girls Can Kiss Now" by Jill Gutowitz is a sparkling collection of hilarious and heartfelt essays about the intersection of queerness, pop culture, and identity. Pop culture has always played a key role in Gutowitz's life, and in her debut essay collection she writes about everything from the pop songs that have provided the soundtrack to her life, to how watching "Orange Is the New Black" helped her explore her own sexuality. At once funny, observational, and deeply incisive, Gutowitz's essays are an absolute must-read for fans of Samantha Irby, David Sedaris, and modern pop culture in general.

Release date: March 8

Bestselling writing duo Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen are back with another electrifying thriller in "The Golden Couple." On the outside, Marissa and Matthew Bishop are the perfect couple, but behind closed doors their marriage is falling apart. Enter Avery, a therapist who still counsels couples despite losing her professional license. She agrees to help Marissa and Matthew save their marriage as long as they agree not to question her unorthodox methods. But when their counseling sessions begin, it quickly becomes apparent that there are more secrets between this unlikely trio than anyone could have expected.

Release date: March 8

Ladee Hubbard, the award-winning author of "The Rib King," returns with "The Last Suspicious Holdout," a collection of 15 interlocking stories about members of a suburban African American community. The stories unfold between 1992-2007, when the Black middle-class was expanding, despite sensationalist and racist stories about "welfare queens" taking over the media. Characters move seamlessly between stories as Hubbard chronicles a father's attempts to keep his son in private school despite rising tuition costs, and delves into the life of a young woman who watches her mother invent fanciful stories about the grandfather she never met. The end result is a bold, moving, and unforgettable portrait of Black Americans navigating the '90s and early '00s.

Release date: March 8

"The Way Spring Arrives and Other Stories" is a groundbreaking collection of Chinese science fiction and fantasy stories that have never been translated into English before. Edited by Yu Chen and Regina Kanyu Wang, the collection covers a wide expanse of stories that transport readers from the ends of the galaxy to the island of the gods. In one story, roses perform Shakespearian plays, and in another patrons go to great lengths to eat at a diner at the end of the universe. Each story is wholly unique and endlessly imaginative in a way that's sure to leave readers craving more.

Release date: March 8

Simone St. James specializes in writing haunting thrillers, and "The Book of Cold Cases" will definitely give you chills. True crime blogger Shea spends her nights delving into unsolved murder cases, but she gets more than she bargained for when she begins investigating the 1977 Lady Killer Murders. Years ago, Beth Greer was acquitted of the murders, and swiftly moved back to her isolated mansion. Now she has agreed to be interviewed by Shea, who visits her at her spooky manor. It's not long before Shea begins to notice strange occurrences in Beth's home, but by then it's far too late for her to turn her back on the unusual case.

Release date: March 15

Prepare to have your heart warmed by "One Night on the Island" by Josie Silver. Just in time for her thirtieth birthday, Cleo Wilder heads off to Ireland for a solo retreat in a charming cabin where she plans to map out the next phase of her career. However, a mix-up leaves the cabin double-booked, forcing Cleo to share the space with Mack Sullivan, an American on a mission to trace his Irish roots. Neither one of them wants company, but until the next ferry comes they're stuck together, which might be exactly what they need, even if they can't see it at first.

Release date: March 15

Tony Birch is Australia's foremost Indigenous writer, and "The White Girl" marks his stateside debut. This haunting novel is set in 1960s Australia, where racist laws threaten to separate a family due to the color of a little girl's skin. Odette Brown has raised her fair-skinned granddaughter, Sissy, since her own daughter left the girl when she was just 1. However, when the government realizes the now 13-year-old Sissy is being raised by an Aboriginal family, they take steps to have her removed from Odette's care. Sissy and Odette aren't going to be separated without a fight.

Release date: March 15

Both funny and relatable, "The Do-Over" by Bethany Turner is a rom-com about embracing imperfections and taking a chance on second chances. At 38, McKenna Keaton's life is falling apart. After devoting her adult life to her career, she is now being accused of a white collar crime she didn't commit. This in turn is leading to panic attacks and fears that the family curse, which predicts she won't live past 40, will come to pass. All in all, it's a bad time to go on a date with anyone, let alone her high school rival who is now a wildly successful documentarian. But if she can't take a chance on love now, then when can she?

Release date: March 15

Melissa Fu chronicles three generations of a Chinese family as they search for a place they can call home in her epic novel "Peach Blossom Spring." Beginning in 1938 China, the story introduces Meilin, a young wife and mother, who is forced to flee her home with her 4-year-old son as the Japanese army approaches. Years later, her son is a grown man who has settled in America, but he can't help but look back on his family's history and the many hardships they faced as immigrants. When his own daughter begins asking questions about their family history, he's forced to confront his difficult past.

Release date: March 15

"The Perfect Other" by Kyleigh Leddy is an emotional memoir about the bond between sisters, and breaking the stigma surrounding discussions of mental health. As children, Leddy and her older sister Kait were inseparable, but as Kait entered young adulthood, her personality started to change. She began losing touch with reality, and lashing out against her family and others. Leddy and her mother tried to keep Kait's changes private, but eventually she was institutionalized and diagnosed with schizophrenia. Then in 2014, she disappeared, leaving Leddy and her mother wondering if they could have done things differently.

Release date: March 15

Eloghosa Osunde's "Vagabonds!" is an astonishing work of magical realism. Set in Lagos, where the word "vagabonds" is just another way of saying a person's existence is outlawed, this fascinating novel follows a fashion designer who gives birth to an adult daughter, a politician who controls life and death, and a woman whose attendance of a spiritual gathering changes her entire world. On the surface, these people seem to have nothing in common, but they must all move through the world without attracting attention to themselves. They gather in secret corners of Lagos, rubbing elbows in crowded marketplaces and churches as they try to avoid being seized by those who fear what they don't understand.

Release date: March 15

"Remember Me" by Estelle Laure is a YA novel that poses a difficult question. If you could have all of your most painful memories removed, would you do it? And if so, what would be the cost? That is the question that plagues Blue Owens after she chooses to have her memories removed, leaving her to piece together her past with the help of the very person she was trying to forget. Now Blue has no choice but to confront the painful memories she so desperately wanted to leave behind if she has any hope of ever feeling whole again.

Release date: March 22

"Savvy Sheldon Feels Good as Hell" by Taj McCoy is a warm hug of a book that's all about self-acceptance. Savvy has been ignoring all of the things that are broken in her life for far too long: her relationship with her boyfriend, her kitchen, and even her self-image, but now she's ready to renovate everything from her home to her self-esteem. Of course nothing about starting fresh is simple. Whether it's the realization that her new contractor is the sexy man she made a snap judgment about, or the insecurities she feels when she runs into her ex and his new girlfriend, Savvy realizes her first project has to be herself.

Release date: March 22

Fran Hauser's workbook "Embrace the Work, Love Your Career" couldn't have arrived at a better time. In an era where people are leaving behind jobs that left them feeling unfulfilled at an unprecedented rate, Hauser seeks to help people find a career they love, and then thrive in it. Drawing on her years of experience working in leadership roles at Entertainment Weekly, Time, Coca-Cola, and AOL, Hauser proposes six actions for optimal career satisfaction, including creating a career plan, understanding your worth, finding time and space to prevent burnout, and building a team that you love working with.

Release date: March 22

First her Netflix comedy special "Nanette" pushed the bounds of comedy to their breaking point, and now Hannah Gadsby is ready to flip the script on memoirs with "Ten Steps to Nanette." Gadsby's memoir explores her childhood in the isolated community of Tasmania, Australia, her journey as a queer woman, and her autism diagnosis before delving into how she created her groundbreaking comedy special. From turning her back on the traditional tenants of humor to owning her role as a truth-teller in a field plagued by misogyny, Gadsby's story is every bit as unique and powerful as the artist herself.

Release date: March 29

A timid librarian becomes the world's deadliest female sniper in "The Diamond Eye" by Kate Quinn. Inspired by a true story, this suspenseful World War II novel follows Mila Pavlichenko, a history student and librarian who devotes her life to her son, and is forced to pick up a rifle for the first time when the Nazis invade Russia. Soon she earns the nickname Lady Death, and after her 300th kill she's sent to America on a goodwill tour. During this time, she tries to process the toll of the war, all while a new threat to her safety lurks in the shadows.

Release date: March 29

"Cover Story" by Susan Rigetti is an unforgettable tale of scams and double-crosses told through emails, diary entries, and FBI correspondence. Lora Ricci is beyond excited when she lands a summer internship at Elle, and her future only looks brighter when the wealthy Cat Wolff takes her under her wing. It's not long before Lora is swept up into Cat's world, working as her ghostwriter by day and joining her at lavish parties by night. But not all is at it seems between these two women, and by the end, they're inadvertently caught up in a caper for the ages.

Release date: April 5

Award-winning author Emily St. John Mandel is back with her most ambitious novel to date in "Sea of Tranquility." Spanning centuries, the story begins in 1912 with a young man who hears the echo of violin strings in the forest, before moving two centuries forward to cover the doomed book tour of moon-dweller Olive Llewellyn. Finally, the story winds its way to Gaspery-Jacques Roberts, a detective investigating an anomaly that appears to have driven a young man mad in his prime and trapped an author on a plague-ravaged Earth, among other strange occurrences. Now it's up to Gaspery to figure out who tampered with time itself and why.

Release date: April 5

Inspired by a true story, the dazzling "Sister Stardust" by Jane Green will transport you to the 1960s. Green reimagines the life of '60s icon Talitha Getty, a model and actress, through the eyes of a woman named Claire. The young Claire crosses paths with Talitha in London, and the two form an instant connection. Soon, Claire joins Talitha in Marrakesh where their friendship deepens as the young woman realizes her famous friend's life isn't nearly as charmed as it appears to be from the outside. Eventually, Claire gets caught up in Talitha's drama, putting her in the middle of a dangerous situation that can change her life.

Release date: April 5

Mia Sosa serves up another frothy, must-read rom-com in "The Wedding Crasher," a laugh-out-loud story about a relationship of convenience that becomes something more. Solange Pereira is just supposed to help her wedding planner cousin at a wedding, not crash the ceremony. But when Solange realizes the couple isn't meant to be, she feels obligated to stop the groom from making a big mistake. This is a problem for Dean Chapman, who is trying to keep up appearances in hopes of landing a promotion at work. Feeling as if he has no choice but to act now that his wedding is off, he blurts out that he's in love with Solange, leading to a fake dating arrangement neither one of them could have expected.

Release date: April 5

Spanning 70 years in the history one family, "Memphis" by Tara M. Stringfellow follows Joan, who flees her abusive father with her mother and sisters in 1995. They head straight for her family's ancestral home in Memphis. Once there, Joan begins to paint her neighbors as a way of finding peace and connecting with her community. Along the way, she uncovers long buried family secrets, and gains a newfound appreciation for her family's long and storied maternal line. Told through multiple perspectives, this story of family, mothers, and perseverance paints a beautiful picture of the qualities that are passed down from generatuin to generation.

Release date: April 5

Douglas Stuart's second novel, "Young Mungo," is every bit as unforgettable and harrowing as his first. Set in a housing estate in Glasgow, this touching story follows Mungo, a Protestant, and James, a Catholic. History dictates that they should be at odds, but instead, the two form a fast friendship that develops into love. Together, they dream of finding a place where they can have a future together, but for Mungo there are dangers everywhere. From his gang leader brother, to his mother who sends him on a fishing trip with two dangerous men, Mungo must fight to not only survive, but to return to James's side.

Release date: April 5

The Prince of Hell and Callie are back in "The Date from Hell" by Gwenda Bond, the sequel to "Not Your Average Hot Guy." After averting the apocalypse in the first book, Callie and Luke want nothing more than to spend a romantic weekend together in Hell, but Lucifer has other plans. He tasks the lovebirds with tracking down Sean, a man with a wayward soul, and redeeming him. If they can make Sean a better person, Lucifer will let them make some improvements in Hell, but first they have to make their troublesome charge see the error of his ways.

Release date: April 5

"Fool Me Once" by Ashley Winstead is a second chance romance about a woman who has no interest in giving men a second chance to break her heart. By day, Lee Stone works for a women-run electric car company, and by night she's "Stoner," a woman who parties hard and never lets a man spend more than one night in her bed. Thanks to four major heartbreaks, Lee is wary of letting anyone get too close, which makes the reappearance of her ex Ben in her life inconvenient at best. But since Ben works for a liberal senator who could be instrumental in getting a clean energy bill passed, she has no choice but to face her ex for the good of her job.

Release date: April 5

"Hotel Magnifique" by Emily J. Taylor more than lives up to the hype surrounding it. This luscious YA fantasy novel is set in a magical hotel that appears in a different locale every morning. At the story's center is 17-year-old Jani, who joins the hotel staff in hopes of escaping the tedium of her day-to-day life. But what starts out as an enchanted adventure soon evolves into something much darker as she learns that the hotel is full of dangerous secrets - and people - who could do her, her friends, and her sister harm if she doesn't find a way to bring down the dangerous maître d'hôtel.

Release date: April 5

If you love "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" or the women of "Mad Men" then "Lessons in Chemistry" by Bonnie Garmus should be at the very top of your TBR. This sparkling debut follows Elizabeth Zott, a 1960s woman who is challenging the era's status quo by being both a chemist and a single mother. Due to an unexpected twist of fate, Elizabeth ends up as the host of a TV cooking show called "Supper at Six." Soon, she's on her way to becoming a cultural icon - which is something the men in her life aren't happy about.

Release date: April 5

Inspired by a true story, "The Lives of Diamond Bessie" by Jody Hadlock is the affecting story of a woman fighting against the societal standards of the 1860s. At 16, Annie is sent to a convent for fallen women, where she is immediately separated from her baby daughter. As soon as she's able to escape, she begins searching for her child, and ends up changing her name to Bessie and becoming a sex worker in order to get by. However, she falls in love with a wealthy man who she believes could reintroduce her to society. But when he proves to be just as cruel as all of the other men she has known, Bessie finds a way to redefine her story.

Release date: April 5

At once hilarious and steamy, Martha Waters's regency romances are always must-reads, and "To Marry and to Meddle" is no different. This time around the author is putting her own spin on the marriage of convenience trope. After six seasons, Lady Emily Turner still hasn't found a husband, and the only suitor she has is her father's lecherous business partner. Meanwhile, Lord Julian Belfry runs a less than respectable theater that has left him on the outskirts of society. When he meets Lady Emily at a house party, he suggests a union could be mutually beneficial for them - she would have a suitable match and he would have a wife to lend some credibility to his establishment. What he doesn't anticipate is Emily finding passion and fulfillment at his theater just the way it is.

Release date: April 5

"Nothing Burns as Bright as You" by Ashley Woodfolk is an emotional story of queer love that will stay with you long after you turn the final page. Taking place over the course of a single day, the story follows two young women whose friendship grows into something more. In the aftermath of setting a fire, they begin to explore their feelings for one another both by reexamining their pasts and looking forward to their uncertain futures. In between, they reveal what it means to fall in love for the first time, and just how beautiful and delicate their bond truly is.

Release date: April 5

A return home to cover up a crime leads one man on a quest to uncover his family's secrets in Aamina Ahmed's engrossing debut "The Return of Faraz Ali." When he was just a little boy, Faraz's father had him abducted from his home with his mother and sister in Mohalla, and hasn't been back since then. When his powerful father makes him the head of the Mohalla police station in order to cover up the gruesome murder of a young woman, Faraz begins to rebel. Instead of covering up the crime, he delves into it in the hopes that he might finally gain some understanding about his family's past.

Release date: April 5

Pulitzer Prize finalist and "New York Times" bestselling author Elizabeth Alexander has penned one of the year's most important works of nonfiction in "The Trayvon Generation." In the summer of 2020, Alexander wrote an essay for "The New Yorker" about the challenges facing young Black people after the murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery. Here she expands on her essay to explore not only the emotional toll of racism, but also her hopes for the next generation. Mixing her own analysis with beautiful pieces of art, Alexander has written a book that speaks to this moment even as she looks toward the future.

Release date: April 5

If you're looking for a juicy domestic thriller to dive into then "The Younger Wife" by Sally Hepworth is the book for you. In the novel, a heart surgeon named Stephen Aston is looking to marry a younger woman his daughters dislike. The catch is, their mother is not only still alive, but Stephen is seeking to divorce her at a time when she can't speak for herself. Now her daughters are the only advocates she has left, and they're determined to uncover the truth about their prospective stepmother, along with the secrets their father is hiding.

Release date: April 5

In a world that's constantly telling us that we're not enough, Jamie Varon's "Radically Content" is nothing short of revolutionary. Mixing elements of a memoir with an exploration of the industries selling the myth that only perfection can equal contentment, Varon offers readers an alternative to putting off satisfaction until some magical number of life achievements has been unlocked. Instead of waiting for your life to become perfect, the author serves up practical tools to help you find contentment in this moment by redefining success, learning to truly trust yourself, creating your own healing rituals, and living every day with intention.

Release date: April 12

Three women realize they have something unexpected in common in "The No-Show" by Beth O'Leary: they're all dating the same man. What's worse is he stood all three of them up on Valentine's Day. Now, life coach
Siobhan, charity shop volunteer Jane, and tree surgeon Miranda are on a mission to discover where their mutual boyfriend was on Valentine's Day, and why he has been dating all of them at the same time. While his charm is hard to resist, Siobhan, Jane, and Miranda know they have to find out who their boyfriend really is before any one of them can trust him with their heart.

Release date: April 12

Ra Malika Imhotep's "Gossypiin" is an unforgettable collection of interconnected poems centered around the growth cycle of Gossypium Herbeceum, which is better known as Cotton Root Bark. The bark was used by enslaved women to end unwanted pregnancies, induce labor, and treat fertility ailments, among other things. Imhotep's poems transport readers to the antebellum era as she explores what life was like for Black women both then and now. By confronting topics like sexual violence, illness, and the physical and emotional toll of slavery with a mix of frankness and artful prose, the poet creates a powerful collection that's unlike anything readers will have encountered before.

Release date: April 12

The ending of "Behind Her Eyes" remains one of the most jaw-dropping twists ever served up by a thriller novel, which means expectations for Sarah Pinborough's "Insomnia" are high. Thankfully, her latest thriller sounds every bit as unexpected and eerie as her 2017 hit. In "Insomnia," a woman named Emma finds that the closer she gets to turning 40, the less she can sleep. The same thing happened to her mother with tragic results. Now all Emma can do is check in on her children, lock herself in her room, and hope that she doesn't follow too closely in her mother's footsteps.

Release date: April 12

Award-winning short story writer Mai Al-Nakib's debut novel "An Unlasting Home" is a multigenerational story chronicling the lives of three different Arab women. Beginning in 2013, the story focuses on Sara, a philosophy professor at Kuwait University who returned home to Kuwait 11 years earlier after her mother's sudden death. When a lesson on Nietzsche results in accusations of blasphemy, the threat of Sara being executed becomes all too real. This leads to her reflecting on her place in her country as she looks back on the lives of the women who raised her.

Release date: April 12

The next book in Rebecca Roanhorse's inventive fantasy series "Between Earth and Sky" is finally here. In "Fevered Star," readers return to The Meridian where a people who have been taught not to worship gods are suddenly confronted with legends come to life. With the world plunged into darkness, Xiala finds an ally in the former Priest of Knives as a war wages both among the gods and on earth. Meanwhile, living avatars Serapio and Naranpa fight for their personhood even as destiny seems to be pointing toward them reshaping the world, whether they're ready to carry that weight or not.

Release date: April 19

A failing friendship, an impending apocalypse, and a day that just won't end are just a few of the elements that make up Adrienne Celt's brilliant "End of the World House." High school best friends Bertie and Kate don't want to grow apart, but now that Kate is leaving San Francisco for Los Angeles, it seems destined to happen. In hopes of prolonging the inevitable, the duo head to Paris where an unusual man offers them a private tour of the Louvre. What sounds like a dream quickly becomes a nightmare as the women find themselves reliving the same day over and over again as their friendship and the world falls apart around them.

Release date: April 19

"Queen of the Tiles" by Hanna Alkaf is poised to do for Scrabble what "The Queen's Gambit" did for chess - make it cool. One year ago, Najwa Bakri's best friend Trina died at a Scrabble competition, which makes Najwa's decision to move forward by entering the same competition questionable at best. But the truth is, she's just not ready to let go of her friend just yet, and that could be because there appears to be more to her death than first met the eye. Someone is posting cryptic messages on Trina's Instagram feed that suggest she may have been murdered, and Najwa won't rest until she uncovers the truth.

Release date: April 19

As China's Cultural Revolution begins, 16-year-old Mei is eager to escape her village and become a revolutionary in "Forbidden City" by Vanessa Hua. Upon her arrival in the capital, she takes her place among the women who have been recruited to dance with the Communist Party leaders. Mei soon becomes a favorite of the Chairman, but as the revolution becomes more brutal than she ever could have imagined, the teen begins to question her loyalty to the party after all. When the Chairman sends her on her first political mission, Mei's disillusionment sets in, leaving her to wonder how she can make a difference when she's so deeply embedded in the revolution.

Release date: April 19

Award-winning singer/songwriter Janelle Monáe and a group of talented collaborators explore the Afrofuturistic world she crafted via her music in her new short story collection "The Memory Librarian." Based on her album "Dirty Computer," each story revels in the twistiness of the sci-fi genre. Each story is set in a world where memories can be controlled and erased by the elite, leading to stunning tales of rebellion, love, and the power (and danger) of technology. In addition to Monáe, the collection includes stories from Yohanca Delgado, Alaya Dawn Johnson, Sheree Renée Thomas, Danny Lore, and Eve L. Ewing.

Release date: April 19

"My Sister's Big Fat Indian Wedding" by Sajni Patel is an endearing YA rom-com that's sure to leave you grinning. After being rejected from Juilliard, Zurika Damani only has one more shot at making her dreams of becoming a hip hop violinist come true. When she learns of a contest that's set to be judged by a group of elite college recruits, she immediately sees this as her first step towards success. However, the competition takes place right in the middle of her sister's wedding week. Now she has to navigate family obligations, her musical ambitions, and at least one annoying boy if she has any hope of making her dreams come true.

Release date: April 19

With an Oscar, an Emmy, and two Tonys, Viola Davis is one of the most acclaimed actors working in Hollywood today. As an actor, producer, and writer, she's already a hero to her many fans, but in her new memoir "Finding Me," Davis promises to share a side of herself she's never shared before. From her childhood spent in Rhode Island to her Hollywood breakthrough and beyond, Davis's memoir is an honest and open account of her real-life hero's journey that's sure to touch the hearts of anyone who picks it up. And as is always the case with the incomparable Davis, you can expect her story to inspire readers, too.

Release date: April 26

"One of Us Is Dead" by Jeneva Rose will give you major "Big Little Lies" vibes - only the story is deadlier and far more southern. Set against the backdrop of Buckhead, where status is everything, the story follows multiple women in town. First up is former queen bee Shannon who seeks revenge against her husband for dumping her for a younger woman named Crystal. Next is Olivia who concocts a scheme of her own in order to take Shannon's place as Buckhead's ringleader. Finally, Jenny, a salon owner who knows everyone's secrets, is just one gossip session away from ruining the lives of almost every person in town. At least one of these women will end up dead as they navigate their social-climbing and backstabbing community, but the question is which one of them will it be, and why?

Release date: April 26

Inspired by Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein," "The Children on the Hill" by Jennifer McMahon defies genre classifications. The novel begins in 1978, when a famed psychiatrist brings home a withdrawn little girl to live with her and her grandchildren. The little girl soon bonds with the other children, and joins their monster hunting exhibitions. Later in 2019, podcaster Lizzy Shelley heads to Vermont where the abduction of a little girl and a series of monster sightings upends a small town. While others might scoff at the idea that monsters are real, Lizzy knows they are, just as she knows her sister is one of them.

Release date: April 26

In the memoir "Where the Children Take Us: How One Family Achieved the Unimaginable," CNN anchor Zain E. Asher pays tribute to the story of her mother, Obiajulu Ejiofor. After losing her husband in a car crash, Ejiofor is left as a widow, raising four children as a Nigerian immigrant single mother in South London. Asher traces the story of her upbringing, as her mother raised her and her siblings with tough love and endless support. She recounts the family "book club" her mother started with them, the ways in which she worked to inspire them with stories of Black excellence, and how she never was too busy to help them with anything and everything.

Release date: Apr. 26

"Book Lovers" by Emily Henry is a rom-com for anyone who doesn't feel like the hero of their own story. Literary agent Nora Stephens certainly doesn't see herself as the star of an epic tale. She's neither sweet, nor plucky, but she does love books and her little sister. That's why she agrees to go on a trip with her sister, who is determined to make Nora see herself the way she does. Instead, Nora finds herself constantly bumping into brooding editor Charlie Lastra, who she knows from the city. If this was a story, their constant run-ins would be defined as a meet-cute, but this is real life, and Nora is determined not to fall for Charlie, no matter what the universe has to say about it.

Release date: May 3

Kim Michele Richardson returns with another tale of strong-willed women and the power of books in "The Book Woman's Daughter." Honey grows up in rural Kentucky as the daughter of the blue-skinned, Troublesome Creek packhorse librarian. She's no stranger to the dangers of the world around them, nor the fact that the law always has their eye on her family. When her parents are arrested and sent to prison, Honey takes over the packhorse library route to deliver books to the most remote corners of the region. Honey fights to prove herself and, along the way, learns about the other women who run the world in their own way.

Release date: May 3

A grieving woman and a giant octopus strike up an unlikely friendship that deeply impacts them in Shelby Van Pelt's new novel "Remarkably Bright Creatures." Tova, a recent widow, works night shifts doing cleaning work at the local aquarium. The more time she spends there, the more she bonds with Marcellus, a wise old octopus who knows more than anyone suspects. As he learns more about Tova and the mystery of her son's disappearance 30 years ago, Marcellus is able to figure out what really happened the night he vanished. Now, it's a matter of finding a way to communicate the truth to Tova before it's too late.

Release date: May 3

If you loved Jennifer Saint's previous mythology retelling, "Ariadne," then her interpretation of "Electra" is probably on your TBR list already! It's not just a revisiting of the mythological figure, Electra, but of the other women in her story, too. Clytemnestra marries Agamemnon, only to be betrayed and left to deal with a terrible family curse. Cassandra has the ability to see the future; however, no one believes any of her prophecies, and she must suffer alone with her knowledge of what's to come. And then there's Electra, daughter of Clytemnestra and Agamemnon, with a violent family history and a horrible fate awaiting her.

Release date: May 3

Set in 1920s New York, "Trust" by Hernan Diaz follows the story of a powerful, wealthy couple and their rise to power. Benjamin, a Wall Street tycoon, and Helen, the daughter of an aristocratic family, become one of the wealthiest and most glamorous couples in the country. It's no wonder, then, that they become the thinly veiled subject of a novel in the 1930s that questions how they came to claim their vast fortune. Rumors fly and theories crop up, but the truth is difficult to track down and even more complicated than any outside observers could imagine.

Release date: May 3

"We Do What We Do in the Dark" by Michelle Hart tells the complicated story of a love affair between two women at very different points in their lives. Mallory, a college freshman, first encounters a much older (and married) woman at the gym. They're magnetically drawn to each other and begin a passionate affair that leads Mallory to withdraw from the rest of the world. Years later, even after the affair ends, Mallory still finds herself sticking to those old, isolated habits. Only by opening herself up and confronting the truth about this defining affair can she finally move forward with her life.

Release date: May 3

A multigenerational family tale intersects with an urgent story of climate change in Vauhini Vara's "The Immortal King Rao." In the 1950s, King Rao is born to a family of coconut farmers, grows up to become a powerful tech CEO, and eventually becomes the leader of a global system of government led by corporations. Years later, his daughter Athena, finds herself the unwilling recipient of King's legacy, including many of his literal memories. As climate change rages, and the world is literally under the control of a "board" of corporations, Athena sets out to tell the all-important Shareholders the truth about King Rao's story in hopes of stirring a change.

Release date: May 3

"When Women Were Dragons" by Kelly Barnhill takes place in a world in which hundreds of thousands of women suddenly transformed into dragons. Alex is the niece of one such woman, Marla, who's become ostracized from the family after the event. Alex's mother refuses to even acknowledge Marla even existed, and Marla's daughter, Bea, recklessly searches for answers, placing her in precarious situations. The novel is an exploration of what happens when women break free of their ascribed roles, and how the ones who don't, judge the ones who do.

Release date: May 3

Acclaimed YA author Holly Black is set to make her adult debut with the epic modern fantasy novel "Book of Night." Charlie Hall is a master thief who has spent most of her life helping gloamists, magicians who manipulate shadows, keep their secrets safe. But Charlie is ready to go straight now, even if that means working in a dive bar. Unfortunately for her, her sister and her boyfriend have other, far more nefarious plans. It's not long before Charlie is pulled back into the underworld of the gloamists, but this time around, the fate of the world might depend on her stopping them and the many other people who seek to control the shadow world.

Release date: May 3

Jasmine Guillory reimagines "Beauty and the Beast" for a new generation in her delightful new rom-com "By the Book." At 25, Isabelle is exhausted by a job where she's both overworked and perpetually underpaid. Still, her love of books is too strong for her to walk away from the world of publishing just yet, so when she hears her boss complaining about a "beast" of an author who just can't seem to meet his deadline, she offers to secure Beau Towers's manuscript in exchange for a promotion. What she doesn't expect is for Beau to be a brooding and withdrawn man who can only write his novel with her by his side.

Release date: May 3

Casey McQuiston has already conquered the world of adult romance, and now the bestselling author is turning their attention to the YA genre. McQuiston will make their YA debut with the hilarious and fast-paced romance "I Kissed Shara Wheeler." Four years after her moms moved her to Alabama to attend a Christian school, Chloe Green is about to make her dream of beating Shara Wheeler out for the title of valedictorian come true. But then Shara kisses her and seemingly disappears, leaving behind a trail of clues that might just reveal there's more to Chloe's rival than she gave her credit for.

Release date: May 3

"See You Yesterday" by Rachel Lynn Solomon is a "Groundhog Day"-esque romance about a young woman who keeps reliving her disastrous first day of college over and over again. After an embarrassing run-in with her physics class and accidentally setting a frat on fire, Barrett is certain her first day can't get any worse. But then she wakes up to discover the day has simply started over, and she's not alone. She learns that the annoying guy from her physics class has been stuck in a time loop for months, and now they have no choice but to navigate their unusual situation together.

Release date: May 3

Far too often society dismisses older women, but Kirsten Miller's "The Change" is a searing and wry example of why no woman should ever be underestimated. In the oceanfront community of Mattauk, three women's midlife changes lead to them discovering they possess new and startling powers. Nessa can hear the voices of the dead, Jo Levison discovers she can channel her hot flashes and rage, and Harriett Osborne undergoes an astonishing metamorphosis after her career and marriage implode. The women discover the body of a teenage girl, and together, they use their powers to uncover the dark truth about their seaside town.

Release date: May 3

If you loved E. Lockhart's bestseller "We Were Liars," then you absolutely can't miss the much-anticipated prequel, "Family of Liars." In another generation, in another summer, secrets and lies define the Sinclair family. On a private island just off the Massachusetts coast, a strong-willed heiress with an addiction, crosses paths with a boy she can't stay away from and can't predict. Their connection grows over the course of the summer, but it certainly won't last. Instead, terrible betrayals and unforgivable secrets threaten the pair and everyone around them, proving just how much those lies and betrayals really do run in the family.

Release date: May 3

The magic and romance of summer is palpable in Carley Fortune's "Every Summer After." Years after she stopped visiting Barry's Bay, an unexpected phone call draws Persephone Fraser back to the place where she spent her summers as a child. The mother of her first love, Sam Florek, has died, and although she and Sam drifted apart long ago, she knows she would regret not being there to say goodbye to his mother. What she doesn't expect is for the chemistry between her and Sam to still be so strong. But is it really strong enough for them to have a second chance at love?

Release date: May 10

"Set on You" by Amy Lea is so funny, warmhearted, and insightful it's hard to believe it's a debut. The story follows curvy fitness influencer Crystal Chen, who thrives on defying expectations and creating a positive community online. What she doesn't expect is for firefighter and squat rack thief Scott Ritchie to upend her entire world and break down her carefully cultivated defenses. As her chemistry with her hunky gym nemesis grows, Crystal also begins to question her online philosophies as she discovers that always presenting a perfect, perpetually curated persona to the world isn't as easy as she once thought it was.

Release date: May 10

Old Hollywood comes to life with a twist in Nghi Vo's "Siren Queen." In the pre-Code era, trying to be a star is dangerous for Luli Wei, but she's determined to conquer Hollywood on her own terms. That means she'd rather play a monster than a maid, as long as the character is a juicy one. However, there's more to this version of Hollywood than first meets the eye. Deals are done in blood magic and businesses thrive by sacrificing young starlets like her. In a world where monsters and magic are real, the stakes for Luli are literally life and death.

Release date: May 10

Sarah McCoy's "Mustique Island" is a sun-kissed mother-daughter story set against the backdrop of the titular private island. In 1972, former beauty queen Willy May Michael is looking for a fresh start for herself and for her daughters. She finds it on Mustique, an island in the Bahamas that's owned by Colin Tennant, a British playboy who wants to create a haven for his rich friends and Princess Margaret. Willy May builds a villa across the way from the princess, and quickly joins the inner circle of the rich and famous. But when her daughters arrive, they're quick to realize there's a dark side to the island that their mother doesn't want to see.

Release date: May 10

"Jameela Green Ruins Everything" by Zarqa Nawaz is a deliciously dark comedy that takes on America's foreign policy in the Middle East, the lengths people are willing to go to for success, and one woman's search for meaning. At the heart of the novel is the titular Jameela, who dreams of having her memoir published. When she heads to her mosque for some spiritual guidance during her quest to make her publication dreams come true, she meets recent immigrant Ibrahim Sultan who agrees to help her if she does a good deed first. This one decision leads to Jameela becoming entangled in an outlandish conspiracy that includes a terrorist organization, the American government, and an unlikely rescue mission.

Release date: May 10

"Bridgerton" book fans, the wait for Miss Butterworth's full story is finally over. Bestselling author Julia Quinn has woven snippets of "Miss Butterworth and the Mad Baron" into her books for years, but for the first time ever the entire story is being released in graphic novel form with beautiful illustrations by the author's late sister Violet Charles. The madcap romance of Miss Priscilla Butterworth and the mad baron is a joyful, hilarious romp that will delight anyone who loves their regency romance with a side of absurdism and a healthy sprinkle of hilarity. Since it's not a steamy tale, even younger readers can appreciate this graphic novel foray into the genre.

Release date: May 10

The queen of summer fiction, Jennifer Weiner, is back again this year with her latest novel, "The Summer Place." Sarah is taken aback when her stepdaughter Ruby announces her engagement to her "pandemic" boyfriend, and even more surprised at how fast the wedding plans are moving along. As the family hurtles along towards the big day, past hurts and surprising twists pop up, affecting every generation. Along the way, Ruby, Sarah, and Sarah's mother, Veronica, each must face up to the things they've hoped for, and the things they've tried to bury. The only certainty is that nothing will be the same again.

Release date: May 10

Helena Hunting's latest novel, "Starry-Eyed Love," is all about coincidences that bring us together in unexpected ways. Career-focused and fresh off a breakup, London is absolutely not interested when a handsome man pays for her and her sisters' drinks one night. When a massive company calls their event business with a potential contract, London is thrilled, at first. However, when she learns that the company's CEO Jackson turns out to be the guy from the bar, her excitement goes out the window. Forced to work together, London and Jackson butt heads, but also spark something personal between them. But, there are still plenty of obstacles that might get in the way of their potential romance.

Release date: May 10

"This Time Tomorrow" by Emma Straub will transport readers back to 1996 as a daughter gets a second chance to connect with her ailing father. On the eve of her 40th birthday, Alice wakes up as a teenager in her 1996 childhood home. This strange occurrence puts her in a unique position to spend precious time with her father while he is still young and healthy. Additionally, she has a new perspective on life thanks to her age and experiences, which leaves her wondering if there's anything she can change in the past that might have a ripple effect on her and her father's futures.

Release date: May 17

Sonali Dev continues her series of modern-day Jane Austen retellings with her latest novel, "The Emma Project." This time, it's a gender-changed retelling of "Emma" featuring a charming, privileged young man and an older woman who changes his outlook on life. Vansh is rich, fabulously handsome, has a loving family, and a passion for philanthropy. Naina, meanwhile, is nearing 40 and just ended a decade-long fake-relationship arrangement with Vansh's brother. Naina has a dream of launching a microfinance foundation to support South Asian women, but becomes furious when Vansh winds up being her rival for funding. Even though he's wildly frustrating, he's also wildly attractive.

Release date: May 17

Post-World War II London is the setting for Natalie Jenner's historical fiction novel "Bloomsbury Girls." In 1950, Bloomsbury Books is the workplace for three very different women with complicated pasts, and big plans for the future. Stylish Vivien is still mourning her killed-in-action fiance, while butting heads with Alec, head of the bookstore's fiction department. Grace struggles to hold her family together while her husband deals with the aftermath of seeing the war's horrors. Evie, a female college student, plans for her future after being passed over in favor of a man. Together, the trio encounters some of the great literary voices of the day, all while forging into a changing world.

Release date: May 17

If you love quirky, heartfelt stories about interesting characters and starting over, then "Adult Assembly Required" by Abbi Waxman is definitely the book for you. Laura moves to Los Angeles, hoping to get away from her overbearing family and the ghosts of a horrible accident. A series of unfortunate events causes her arrival to go much less smoothly than she would have hoped. Despite the bad circumstances, she winds up getting taken in by an eclectic group of new friends who push her to expand her horizons and take risks. It's hard work, but it might be just what Laura needs to put the past behind her, and truly find herself.

Release date: May 17

Cleyvis Natera's debut novel, "Neruda on the Park," tells the story of one Dominican family in New York City that faces the challenges of gentrification. When a nearby area is demolished to make way for new businesses, members of the Guerrero family each deal with the destruction of their neighborhood in a different way. Eusebia, a community elder, comes up with wild and increasingly dangerous schemes to delay construction. Luz, her daughter, works as a high-powered attorney in Manhattan, and falls for a developer at the building company. Lastly, Luz's father secretly works on building a retirement home in the Dominican Republic for the family, all while tensions rise in their neighborhood to a dangerous point.

Release date: May 17

In 2017 New Mexico, famed artist Sylvia Wren lives her life in virtual seclusion, but her true identity is about to be exposed by a determined journalist. So begins Sarai Walker's sharp, gothic tale "The Cherry Robbers." You see, Sylvia is actually Iris Chapel, one of six heiresses to the Chapel firearm fortune. She and her sisters grew up in a Victorian mansion their parents believed was haunted by the victims of the Chapel weapons. As a result, the sisters grew up believing marriage was their only way out of the house. But after two of her sisters died shortly after being wed, Iris left her family behind in hopes of escaping the curse that seemed to haunt her sisters.

Release date: May 17

Tom Daley is a respected and accomplished Olympic athlete, but the diver has also kept his private life as quiet as possible. Now Daley is ready to tell his story in his new memoir "Coming Up for Air". From delving into how he stays focused when he's diving in front of the entire world, to sharing how he reclaimed the narrative around his sexuality and became an LGBTQ+ advocate, no topic is off-limits in his inspiring memoir. If you've ever wanted to know what makes a talented athlete like Daley tick, now is the time to delve into his story.

Release date: May 17

Whenever bestselling writing team Christina Lauren release a new book, you know you're in for a romantic treat. That's doubly true with "Something Wilder," a wonderfully adventures tale that serves up modern "Romancing the Stone" vibes. Lily's treasure hunting father left her with nothing but his maps, but at least she can use those to lead treasure hunting tourists into the Utah mountains. It's a good job, but she's less than pleased when her ex shows up with his friends, expecting her to shepherd them through the trails. Still, a job is a job, and Lily soon finds herself on a wild adventure that might just lead her back to the man she thought she had left behind.

Release date: May 17

Looking for something mysterious and intriguing to read? Pick up David Yoon's "City of Orange." A man wakes up in an unfamiliar landscape - totally alone and disoriented - with a mysterious wound, a bottle of pills, and no memories. As he tries to find his way out and navigate this strange new world, he also struggles to remember his past life, and how he ended up in his precarious situation. Along his journey, he also encounters a handful of strangers who help him figure out who he truly is, and what the future holds.

Release date: May 24

Romance, grief, and self-discovery all collide in "You Made a Fool of Death with Your Beauty" by Akwaeke Emezi. Five years after an accident killed the love of her life, Feyi is ready to get out there and try to live (and love) again. A whirlwind summer leads to career opportunities and a relationship with a guy who seems completely perfect for her. Things get complicated when Feyi meets his family, and has an intense connection with her boyfriend's father. Feyi must be honest with herself about who she is, where she is in her life, and what she's really willing to do for a fresh chance at love.

Release date: May 24

Author duo P.C. Cast and Kristin Cast kickoff a witchy new trilogy in "Spells Trouble." Twin witches Hunter and Mercy Goode are direct descendants of the founder of the town of Goodeville. As a result, they're expected to step into the role of Gatekeeper, just like all of their ancestors before them. As the Gatekeepers, they'll be in charge of protecting the Gates between the mortal world and the underworld. However, things go awry when their mother is murdered, and monsters begin pouring into their beloved town. Now the twins will have to balance their desire for revenge with their familial responsibilities.

Release date: May 25

"The Gilded Ones" was one of the most acclaimed YA fantasy books of 2021, and now Deka's journey continues in "The Merciless Ones" by Namina Forna. Six months after Deka freed the goddesses, her world is in chaos. Wars are waging across the kingdom, and her people have branded her as a monster. But Deka knows her work has just begun. As she continues her quest to free the rest of the goddesses, she begins encountering a symbol that seems to drain her powers. With darkness approaching, Deka knows she must discover the source of this symbol if she has any hope of defeating it.

Release date: May 31

Bestselling YA author Nina LaCour makes her adult debut with "Yerba Buena." At 16, Sara Foster ran away from home. Now she's one of the most sought after bartenders in Los Angeles. Meanwhile, across the city, Emilie Dubois is searching for a place to call home when she takes a job arranging flowers at the Yerba Buena restaurant where she begins an affair with the married owner. When Emilie and Sara meet at Yerba Buena their connection is instant, but old wounds make them reluctant to start a new relationship. Still, their love is too strong to be denied, even as Sara's past pulls her in one direction, and Emilie's future pulls her in another.

Release date: May 31

Family tensions are on full display in Jean Hanff Korelitz's literary novel "The Latecomer." The wealthy Oppenheimer family has had a difficult road from the very beginning. Parents Salo and Johanna first met under tragic circumstances, and they struggled to conceive, eventually having triplets with the assistance of early-era IVF treatments. Growing up, the triplets felt no real sense of family connection, causing them to pretty much count down the days until they can go their separate ways. Desperate to keep her marriage and family together, Johanna decides to have a fourth child - their "latecomer" - who shakes up the family and changes things in unexpected ways.

Release date: May 31

David Sedaris returns to our shelves with "Happy-Go-Lucky," his first collection of essay in several years. This time around, Sedaris is turning his pen on the mundane and the bizarre events that have defined the past few years of life. From dealing with the death of a parent and wondering what really is "normal" anymore, to getting dental work done and offering musings about America, Sedaris writes essays that dive into the big and small things that define our lives. It's a series of observations on the things we're all going through, all in one collection of heartbreaking and hilarious essays.

Release date: May 31

Tracy Flick, the infamous character who was made famous by Reese Witherspoon in "Election," is back in Tom Perrotta's long-awaited follow-up "Tracy Flick Can't Win." Now older and still craving the spotlight, Tracy is an assistant principal at a public high school where she's working extra hard to prove she's ready to be promoted to the position of principal. But the closer she gets to her goal, the more she can't help but wonder if everyone from her male colleagues to the school board president's wife is working to prevent her from finally landing the promotion she knows she deserves.

Release date: June 7

How good is "Counterfeit" by Kirstin Chen? The story of two Asian American women's wildly successful counterfeit handbag scheme has already been optioned for television, as reported by Deadline. On the outside, Ava Wong's life is perfect, but the truth is her marriage is crumbling, her law degree hasn't been used in years, and she's struggling to cope with the demands of motherhood. That's why her college roommate Winnie Fang's proposition for Ava to join her counterfeit handbag business is so alluring. But what begins as an exciting diversion from her day-to-day life turns dangerous when Winnie quite literally leaves Ava holding the bag.

Release date: June 7

In "Nightcrawling," Leila Mottley tells the searing story of a young woman who is exploited by the very system that was supposed to protect her. Kiara lives in poverty in Oakland with her would-be rapper brother Marcus. As she desperately tries to make ends meet in order to support her brother and the abandoned boy next door, Kiara winds up doing sex work. Soon, her name turns up as a key witness in an investigation revealing a horrifying pattern of abuse within the local police department. The most gut-wrenching part of all? It's all actually based on a true story.

Release date: June 7

"It All Comes Down to This" by Therese Anne Fowler is all about second chances, sisterhood, and secrets. Beck, Claire, and Sophie are the three adult daughters of Marti, who is nearing the end of her life. Her will states that the family cottage is to be sold, and the profits split between her three daughters. However, each of the sisters has their own secrets and reasons for wanting to do something different with the cottage. One has a disappointing marriage, one is professionally successful but personally a mess, and one hides her precarious life behind a glam facade. When a stranger enters their lives, their futures are all cast into doubt as they struggle to figure out what comes next.

Release date: June 7

With a very catchy title, "Iona Iverson's Rules for Commuting" by Clare Pooley examines how the world around us can be so much brighter and more interesting than we imagine. Advice columnist Iona takes the same commute every day, surrounded by people who she never speaks to, but has secret nicknames for. One day, a surprising event forces them all to interact, leading to a chain reaction that causes these strangers to grow closer to each other. It's a story about finding connection in the most unexpected places, and how those small encounters can eventually change your entire life.

Release date: June 7

Priscilla Oliveras puts a fresh spin on the classic "Romeo and Juliet" story with "West Side Love Story." In a fast-gentrifying Latinx community in San Antonio, Casa Capuleta is home to a mismatched variety of girls, taken in by loving parents and forming a family all their own. With financial problems looming, though, the casa needs help, fast. The girls enter the Battle of the Mariachi Bands in hopes of winning the big prize, but they'll have to get past the band entered by their father's old enemy Hugo Montero. Complicating matters further is the attraction between Mariana and Angelo, scions of their feuding families who are hoping to make peace, even when the odds seem stacked against them.

Release date: June 1

What would you do if you were told the exact day you were going to meet your fated soulmate? That's the premise of Hannah Orenstein's "Meant to Be Mine." Edie's grandmother has accurately predicted the dates of her whole family meeting their soulmates, and now Edie's fated date has finally arrived. When Edie gets on a plane to her twin sister's engagement celebration, she finds a handsome musician in the seat next to her and knows that he's the one. This seemingly perfect twist of fate hits some bumps in the road, however, and Edie slowly must face the possibility that not everything is as predictable as she's been taught her entire life.

Release date: June 7

In Lizzy Dent's "The Setup," a vacation and a snowballing case of mistaken identity could either make or break the life of a woman stuck in a rut. A series of mistakes leads to Mara, a perfectly ordinary woman, impersonating her fortune teller while on a solo vacation. When Josef, a handsome cellist, sits down for a reading, Mara impulsively "predicts" that he'll meet his fated match in a few months - a woman named Mara. Over the next few months, Mara feverishly works to transform herself into a "better" version of herself, all while trying to help save the run-down but formerly fabulous beach club where she works.

Release date: June 7

Historical romance meets crime caper in "The Perfect Crimes of Marian Hayes" by Cat Sebastian. Marian Hayes, the Duchess of Clare, has shot her murderous, wicked husband, but now she has to clean up the consequences. Fleeing to the countryside, she's forced to enlist the help of Rob Brooks, an unabashed con man and all-around scoundrel. Both Marian and Rob have no qualms about double-crossing anyone, including each other, but they're stuck with each other for the time being. On a madcap romp across the country, they find themselves increasingly enjoying each other's company, until the past comes calling and they have to decide what they really want.

Release date: June 7

Ava Wong, the heroine of Kirstin Chen's "Counterfeit," is a high-powered law career, has a successful surgeon for a husband, an adorable son, and a gorgeous home. What no one knows is that, beneath the surface, everything about her life is falling apart. When her former college roommate, Winnie, reappears, Ava is shocked to see the shy girl she once knew has transformed into a confident woman living a life of luxury. However everything isn't as it seems, especially when Winnie reveals that she's running a counterfeit scheme, and she wants Ava's help. What starts out as an escape from her crumbling life soon puts Ava in the crosshairs of a dangerous plot that could ruin her life.

Release date: June 7

Post-#MeToo Hollywood provides the backdrop for Katie Cotugno's new rom-com "Birds of California." After going through a very public breakdown, former child star Fiona St. James dropped out of the limelight. Now she's willing to do whatever it takes to maintain her privacy, but that becomes difficult when Sam Fox, the actor who played her onscreen big brother, reappears in her life in hopes of convincing her to join a reboot of their hit TV show. While Fiona has no interest in returning to acting, sparks immediately fly between her and Sam, but if their romance has any chance of survival she'll have to reveal what prompted her breakdown all those years ago.

Release date: June 14

From Ibram X. Kendi, the author of "How to Be an Antiracist," comes "How to Raise an Antiracist," a new nonfiction book that addresses tough questions about race. For parents trying to raise children to understand race, there are so many questions about how to get these tough conversations right. Kendi combines scientific research with personal narratives for advice on how to start antiracist work in an age-appropriate way for children at all stages of development. It's all about an approach that can give children the tools they need to understand the world and to, hopefully, build a better one free from racist structures.

Release date: June 14

Elin Hilderbrand brings her particular brand of summery storytelling to "The Hotel Nantucket," the story of a scandalous summer at a historic hotel on Nantucket. Newly single and looking for new opportunities, Lizbet jumps at the chance to manage the Hotel Nantucket, which was once a glamorous destination decades ago, but has since fallen into disrepair. Her goal: win the approval of both their new British billionaire owner, and a popular influencer. Although things seem ok on the surface, there's a lot more going on behind the scenes. Between scandalous secrets from both the staff and guests, and the ghost of a maid haunting the premises, Lizbet definitely has her work cut out for her.

Release date: June 14

"Flying Solo" by Linda Holmes follows Laurie, who is approaching age 40 and has just cancelled her planned wedding. Still processing the turns her life has taken, she returns to her small Maine hometown to deal with the estate of her great-aunt Dot. As she sorts through the mementos of her adventurous aunt's life, she finds some unexpected objects, including a small wooden duck and a mysterious love letter. When the duck disappears, Laurie sets out to track it down. During her investigation, she winds up getting entangled in a mystery that's bigger than she ever expected.

Release date: June 14

In "Horse," Geraldine Brooks tells a story that spans over 150 years and three different eras through one common thread: a famous racehorse. In 1850 Kentucky, an enslaved groom bonds with a prize-winning stallion, becoming the subject of fascination for a young artist. In 1950s New York City, a gallery owner becomes obsessed with a mysterious painting of a horse. In 2019, a curator at the Smithsonian and an art historian both find themselves studying the history of the same horse. One studies the horse's own history, while the other researches the overlooked history of the Black men who made the horse a success.

Release date: June 14

Who doesn't love a fabulous fake-dating romance? That's exactly what Ava Wilder gives us in her debut "How to Fake It In Hollywood." Grey finds her career adrift after the long-running teen show that launched her comes to an end. Desperate to land the role that could change her life, she agrees to a publicity scheme: a fake-dating relationship with Ethan, a former Hollywood heartthrob who has fallen from favor after a tough divorce, drinking problems, and the death of his best friend. Grey and Ethan both have major professional success on the line if their "relationship" can drum up some good publicity. However, things get complicated when their real emotions get involved.

Release date: June 14

Ali Brady's "The Beach Trap" follows the complicated relationship between two women with a shared past they've tried to ignore. When they first met at summer camp at age 12, Kat and Blake become instant, inseparable BFFs. Their friendship is instantly severed when they discover they're actually half-sisters, and the wild news leads them to cut all contact for 15 years. As adults, they learn that their father has left them a mutual inheritance: the old family beach house. Stuck together to renovate it in hopes of renting or selling it, the former friends clash over past hurt and present betrayals.

Release date: June 14

"The Girls in Queens" by Christine Kandic Torres is a coming-of-age story revolving around two Latinx women living in Queens, New York. Brisma and Kelly have been best friends for their entire lives, growing up on the same street. When Brisma begins dating Brian, a popular athlete, their friendship dynamic shifts - even more so after a fateful party gone wrong. Years later, Brisma, Kelly, and Brian reunite as adults, but a sexual assault allegation against Brian pits the old friends against each other. As old memories resurface, Brisma and Kelly are forced to reevaluate their friendship.

Release date: June 14

Fire Island holds a unique place in the history of queer culture and art in America. That history is what Jack Parlett sets out to explore in "Fire Island: A Century in the Life of an American Paradise." Parlett explores the significance of this iconic destination over the course of a century, drawing from the work and experiences of artists like Walt Whitman, Oscar Wilde, James Baldwin, Carson McCullers, Frank O'Hara, Patricia Highsmith, and Jeremy O. Harris, and more. The book traces how Fire Island became the unique destination it is today, and the constant evolution of its space and culture.

Release date: June 14

A young woman tries to form her own identity under the shadow of her family history in "Holding Her Breath" by Eimear Ryan. When Beth starts college, she has a hard time dealing with the loss of her potential future as a competitive swimmer. In hopes of figuring out her own place in the world, she begins a secret relationship and starts digging into her family's past. Along the way, she uncovers the truth about various family secrets, including the hidden story about her grandfather, a poet who tragically died before she was even born.

Release date: June 17

Riley Sager continues his run of serving up cinematic thrillers with "The House Across the Lake." Widowed actress Casey Fletcher is bored and hiding away from the press in her family's Vermont lake house when she begins spying on the glamorous couple who live across the lake. At first, Tom and Katherine Royce's lives appear to be perfect, but the more she sees, the more she wonders what's really going on in their home. Her curiosity only intensifies when she strikes up a friendship with Katherine, who abruptly and suspiciously disappears, leaving Casey to wonder if Tom has done something nefarious to his wife.

Release date: June 21

"Lapvona" by Ottessa Moshfegh is set in a medieval fantasy world that puts new spins on everything you expect from this genre. Marek is a motherless of son of a shepherd who's constantly mistreated and miserable. One of his only friends is Ina, the village midwife who has a strange and powerful ability to communicate with nature. Her powers make her the object of interest and fear from the villagers, including the powerful Father Barnabas, a mouthpiece for the ruling family. Drought and famine damage the village, and Marek finds himself dangerously entangled with the ruling elite, potentially upending the order of things both seen and unseen.

Release date: June 21

House flipping has never been more romantic than in "Maggie Moves On" by Lucy Score. Viral sensation and professional flipper Maggie arrives in Idaho to restore a run-down Victorian mansion in under four months. When she meets chill, sexy landscaper Silas, Maggie is torn. She's not interested in anything serious, but the idea of a fun fling sounds like just the perfect way to unwind in between intense days of work. As she and Silas spend more time together, Maggie finds herself letting him in more and more. But with the project nearing its end and a new one on the horizon, she has to decide whether she wants to stay for the first time or move on like always.

Release date: June 21

"Here for the Drama" by Kate Bromley takes place in arguably the most dramatic setting of all: the world of theater. Winnie works as the assistant to Juliette, an acclaimed feminist playwright, and accompanies her to England where an experimental company is about to stage one of Juliette's most famous plays. Winnie soon finds herself in over her head, especially when Juliette clashes with the director, forcing Winnie to be a go-between. During all this, Winnie's own writing stalls as Juliette keeps finding excuses not to mentor her, and Juliette's handsome, brilliant nephew shows up and throws Winnie's emotions into a whirl. Winnie tries to balance her professional dreams and unexpected romance, all with the pressures of opening night drawing closer.

Release date: June 21

"Lucie Yi Is Not a Romantic" by Lauren Ho tells you exactly what it's about in the title. Lucie, a management consultant, has sworn off romance after a horrible breakup. She still wants to have a family, though, so she signs up for a co-parenting website in hopes of finding a platonic partner to have children with. When she matches with Collin, it's easy to make the decision to take the plunge - until Lucie gets pregnant and her conservative family in Singapore is extremely unsupportive. The return of her ex makes Lucie's emotional state even more complicated, and she has to finally face up to her own feelings and decide whether to live for other people, or for herself.

Release date: June 21

A shattered friendship and a time capsule are at the heart of "A Thousand Miles" by Bridget Morrissey. A decade ago, high school BFFs Dee and Ben took a road trip and buried a time capsule, promising to open it together in ten years. However, soon after, their friendship imploded, and they haven't spoken since. When Ben's grandmother issues him a request he can't ignore, he takes a chance and shows up on Dee's doorstep, asking her to fulfill their promise. Their reluctant road trip reopens the complicated past between them, but they have a lot of ground to cover if they have any hope of staying in each other's lives this time.

Release date: June 21

The comparisons Tracey Livesay's "American Royalty" will draw to the real-life narrative surrounding Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan Markle are inevitable. But that only makes this steamy and achingly romantic love story all the more enticing. Rapper Danielle "Duchess" Nelson needs to generate some publicity fast if she wants people to forget about her clash with a pop star that's gone viral, and what better way is there to drum up buzz than by dating the reclusive Prince Jameson, who has just recruited her to play at a farewell concert for his late grandfather?

Release date: June 28

Set against the backdrop of a lavish wedding in Lagos, "Dele Weds Destiny" by Tomi Obaro tells the story of three old college friends in Nigeria who are reuniting for the first time in 30 years. At one point in their lives, Funmi, Enitan, and Zainab were inseparable, but over the years their friendship has been tested by betrayals and distance. However, now that Funmi's daughter, Destiny, is getting married, the women are reuniting once again. But it quickly becomes apparent that something about Destiny's upcoming wedding doesn't feel quite right, leaving the friends to come together for one another as a crisis looms.

Release date: June 28

Jenna Kutcher's book "How Are You, Really?" is all about learning how to take risks, and living life to the fullest. In this book, Kutcher mentions her own experiences - from quitting a corporate job to starting her own business - to offer up inspiration for turning your life into something you're truly happy with. From the importance of understanding yourself on a deeper level, to the benefits of having a community this book is a thoughtful guide to figuring out what you really want and how to go after it.

Release date: June 28

"Daisy Jones and The Six" fans will fall in love with Sarah Priscus's debut "Groupies." In 1977, Faun Novak is looking to escape her grief over her mother's death by devoting herself to her love of rock 'n' roll. She hops on a bus to Los Angeles with little more than her camera to her name, but she soon finds herself drawn into the world of rock stars and groupies. While she's dazzled by the musicians, she's equally fascinated by the other women who, like her, have given up everything to follow these bands around the world. Along the way, she takes pictures of everything, but as her passion for her art grows, the strange culture she has immersed herself in begins to fall apart.

Release date: July 12