January is flying by and even with February being the shortest month of the year, the list of books I’m excited for releases in February is not short. Black History Month and Valentine’s Day both fall within February, so I expect to see a solid romance pick for the holiday, and potentially a handful of new releases by African American authors or even repeat authors. I’ve read and am currently reading a few of my predictions, but I do have quite a few ARCs to get through, so be sure to come back and check out my reviews. I also have some confirmed spoilers, if you’d like to know the confirmed picks send me a DM on Instagram (@speakingof.books ), TikTok (@speakingof.books) or comment below.
Whether or not these are actually picks, only time will tell. Even if they are not, all or most of these are on my February Most Anticipated New Releases list and my Winter 2024 Most Anticipated.
FEBRUARY 2025 MOST ANTICIPATED
WINTER 2025 MOST ANTICIPATED
When the picks are announced and you find you have space in your box still, make sure to also check out my most recent version of BOTM Add-On recommendations HERE, because who couldn’t use even more books!
Keep in mind that these are simply predictions and books I hope get chosen. I could get these completely wrong but the anticipation and guessing is part of the fun right?!
Mystery & Thriller
Something in the Walls Review
Something in the Walls is getting plenty of hype, and it’s not a bad thriller just wasn’t my favorite. I do think it could be a BOTM pick though based on that hype. Outside of that, I’d be happy to see any of these being a pick for February.
Contemporary & Literary Fiction
Some very interesting fiction reads this month. I’m currently reading Southern By Design and could completely see it being a pick.
Historical Fiction
My top option for February is People of Means. Nancy Johnson’s debut was a BOTM pick. Between her and Marie Benedict I think we’ll see a repeat author for Historical Fiction.
Romance
Please let Scythe and Sparrow be a February pick. I need a copy to match my other two books in the Ruinous Love Trilogy. I could see it being an add-on with repeat author Kristina Forest’s new release The Love Lyric being a main pick for the month.
Fantasy & Science Fiction
This is a first, but I don’t have any predictions for Fantasy and Science Fiction books this month, other than Rebel Witch, which is a sequel to The Crimson Moth, a previous BOTM pick. Nothing else I saw really gave off ‘book of the month’ vibes. You can always check out my February Most Anticipated List and see if any of the Fantasy and Science Fiction books stand out to you.
February Most ANticipated
I hope you found a book that you are truly excited about in this post. Let me know which other new releases you are excited for this month or that you’re hoping are BOTM picks, by commenting below or by messaging me on Instagram @speakingof.books. Don’t forget to follow me to get weekly updates and new reviews!
Happy Reading!
Disclaimer: Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews and recommendation. We try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you.