50+ Best Upcoming Book Releases Worth the Read this Year
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Are you eager to find out what’s in store for 2024 when it comes to upcoming book releases? Look no further – here are the most anticipated new releases that should be on your reading list! Don’t miss out on these upcoming gems. Get ready for a great year of reading!
Most Anticipated Books for Your Reading List
Every new year comes with a list of goals, challenges, expectations, and great reads.
Sometimes it’s hard to keep up with all these new books, but don’t worry; I’m here to help you find great stories and new favorite authors.
Whether you’re looking for thrillers, historical fiction novels, or swoon-worthy romances, these upcoming book releases will have you covered.
The books are sorted by release dates and updated regularly, so you’ll quickly discover the most up-to-date upcoming book releases. All you have to do is relax and find your next favorite read.
Need ideas to reach your reading goals and diversify your reads?
July 2024 Upcoming Book Releases
The Haters by Robyn Harding
Thriller
July 2, 2024
Camryn Lane’s dream of becoming a successful author turns into a nightmare when she becomes the target of online harassment and must uncover the identity of her cyber-stalker before it’s too late.
Masquerade by O.O. Sangoyomi
Historical Fiction
July 2, 2024
An abducted blacksmith must play a dangerous game of politics and power to secure her future in the court of the warrior king who has chosen her as his wife.
The Briar Club by Kate Quinn
Historical Fiction
July 9, 2024
Set in 1950s Washington, D.C., a diverse group of women living in an all-female boardinghouse are brought together by the mysterious widow Grace March. When a violent act threatens their friendship, they must confront their own secrets and determine who among them is the true enemy.
All This & More by Peng Shepherd
Science Fiction
July 9, 2024
After a series of unfortunate events, Marsh is given the opportunity to change her past and create the perfect life through a global sensation show. But she soon begins to question if it’s all too good to be true. As the saying goes, be careful what you wish for.
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August 2024 Upcoming Book Releases
House of Glass by Sarah Pekkanen
Thriller
August 6, 2024
When a young nanny falls to her death, a lawyer must navigate through the web of lies in a wealthy family to uncover the truth about her murder.
The Seventh Veil of Salome by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
Historical Fiction
August 6, 2024
A behind-the-scenes look at the cutthroat world of Golden Age Hollywood, where three women, including the legendary princess Salome, fight for power and fame in a sizzling tale of desire and tragedy.
The Body Next Door by Maia Chance
Thriller
August 6, 2024
Hannah must confront her dark past when a construction crew unearths the body of a young girl near her vacation home, putting her seemingly perfect life and marriage under scrutiny.
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The Rose Arbor by Rhys Bowen
Mystery
August 6, 2024
While investigating a recent disappearance, journalist Liz Houghton uncovers a dark mystery rooted in World War II events.
The Thirteenth Husband by Greer Macallister
Historical Fiction
August 6, 2024
A fictionalized account of the real-life heiress Aimee Crocker, whose scandalous and tumultuous life is shrouded in mystery and haunted by a mysterious Woman in White.
Dark Restraint by Katee Robert
Fantasy
August 6, 2024
Ariadne is forced into a sham marriage with Dionysus, but her true desire lies with the Minotaur, who has been promised to her by her father’s benefactor for his loyalty.
Death at Morning House by Maureen Johnson
YA Thriller
August 6, 2024
When Marlowe takes a summer job as a tour guide at a mysterious mansion, she uncovers a dark secret that threatens to unravel her and those around her. But with determination and curiosity, she must solve the mystery before it’s too late.
The Break-Up Pact by Emma Lord
Romance
August 13, 2024
Two former best friends fake a romantic relationship to boost their public image and get revenge on their exes, but unexpected feelings may complicate their plan.
The Housekeeper’s Secret by Iona Grey
Historical Fiction
August 13, 2024
A forbidden love story set in the early 20th century between a housekeeper and a footman at an English manor, with secrets and duty threatening to tear them apart.
The Story Collector by Evie Woods
Magical Realism
August 13, 2024
A century-old mystery in a small Irish village intertwines the lives of two women from different worlds.
I Need You to Read This by Jessa Maxwell
Thriller
August 13, 2024
Alex takes up the advice column after her childhood hero is murdered but soon finds herself in a dangerous game that leads her to the killer.
The Second Mrs Strom by Kaira Rouda
Thriller
August 16, 2024
A woman seeking revenge on her husband for wronging her in their marriage sets off on a dangerous and thrilling journey.
By Any Other Name by Jodi Picoult
Historical Fiction
August 20, 2024
Two women, Melina Green and Emilia Bassano, separated by centuries but linked by their passion for writing. As the two women struggle to find their voice in a world that doesn’t want to hear it, they both face challenges and barriers that force them to make difficult choices.
There Are Rivers in The Sky by Elif Shafak
Historical Fiction
August 20, 2024
Three lives, two rivers, one story – Arthur, Narin, and Zaleekah, all living in different times but interconnected through their deep connection to two important rivers in history.
The Paris Gown by Christine Wells
Historical Fiction
August 20, 2024
Three friends in 1950s Paris reunite and find their lives changed when they come across a stunning Dior gown.
You Will Never Be Me by Jesse Q. Sutanto
Thriller
August 20, 2024
Influencer Meredith Lee goes to extreme lengths to reclaim her spotlight after losing it to fellow influencer Aspen Palmer, but when Aspen’s life starts falling apart, and Meredith goes missing, the truth behind their rivalry is revealed.
The Silence Factory by Bridget Collins
Gothic Fiction
August 20, 2024
A powerful family’s dark history and the magical silk they exploit come to light through the perspectives of a woman on a Greek island in 1820 and an audiologist sent to cure the deaf daughter of an industrialist in the present day.
Daydream by Hannah Grace
Romance
August 27, 2024
In the third installment of the Maple Hills series, Henry and Halle team up to overcome their challenges in college while trying not to fall in love.
Talking to Strangers by Fiona Barton
Thriller
August 27, 2024
Detective Elise King and reporter Kiki Nunn clash over the investigation of a woman’s murder while navigating societal issues surrounding violence against women.
September 2024 Upcoming Book Releases
Blue Sisters by Coco Mellors
Literary Fiction
September 3, 2024
Three sisters must confront their past and secrets while coming together to stop the sale of their childhood home in New York.
The Book Swap by Tessa Bickers
Romance
September 3, 2024
After accidentally donating her favorite book to a Little Free Library, Erin begins an anonymous conversation with the person who finds it.
The Life Impossible by Matt Haig
Science Fiction
September 3, 2024
Retired math teacher Grace Winters discovers the truth about her long-lost friend’s mysterious death while on a journey of self-discovery in Ibiza.
Tell Me Everything by Elizabeth Strout
Literary Fiction
September 10, 2024
The familiar cast of characters in Crosby, Maine, navigate through a shocking crime, their own relationships, and the ultimate question of what life truly means.
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Songs for the Brokenhearted by Ayelet Tsabari
Historical Fiction
September 10, 2024
A young Yemeni Israeli woman’s journey to uncover her family’s secrets and find closure after the death of her mother.
Somewhere Beyond the Sea by TJ Klune
Fantasy
September 10, 2024
Arthur Parnassus, headmaster of a magical orphanage on a peculiar island, must face his dark past and fight for the future of his family and all magical people when a new child with dangerous powers arrives.
How to Hide in Plain Sight by Emma Noyes
Contemporary Fiction
September 10, 2024
Eliot reunites with her family for her brother’s wedding but struggles to control her OCD when she is faced with the love of her life.
Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty
Contemporary Fiction
September 10, 2024
A group of passengers on a flight discover their predicted deaths and must grapple with the concept of fate and living life to the fullest.
The Booklover’s Library by Madeline Martin
Historical Fiction
September 10, 2024
When Emma Taylor needs a job, she’s grateful to land a position at Boots’ Booklover’s Library. But as war looms in England and her daughter is evacuated, Emma must find strength and comfort in the pages of books and the support of her new friends.
Another Girl Lost by Mary Burton
Thriller
September 17, 2024
Ten years after escaping her captor, Scarlett’s past comes back to haunt her when a girl’s body is discovered, and Della resurfaces, forcing Scarlett to confront her darkest secrets.
The Third Gilmore Girl by Kelly Bishop
Memoir
September 17, 2024
Kelly Bishop shares her life story and lessons learned in this candid memoir, including behind-the-scenes stories from her iconic role as Emily in Gilmore Girls.
Lies He Told Me by James Patterson and David Ellis
Thriller
September 30, 2024
A small-town attorney and mother must uncover the truth about her husband’s secret life as a killer while protecting herself and her family.
October 2024 Upcoming Book Releases
The Message by Ta-Nehisi Coates
Nonfiction
October 1, 2024
Through personal experiences and vivid descriptions of his travels to Africa, South Carolina, and Palestine, Coates challenges readers to confront the destructive myths that shape our world and embrace difficult truths for true liberation.
November 2024 Upcoming Book Releases
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