Even though Aardvark is great about giving us hints each month so we know what the picks will be before they ‘go live’, I think it’s fun putting together my own predictions based on my reading and experience with Aardvark.
Unlike some other book clubs, I feel that Aardvark is a bit more of a wildcard when it comes to their picks. I don’t feel that they ever have a set formula for the genres they pick, but I have noticed the books all tend to have similar ‘vibes’ or similar themes and tones. While they’re also featured some well-known authors, I find that their books tend to be more on the edgy or experimental side and showcase more less known authors. Because of this, I’ve listed my predictions all together instead of breaking them out by genre. They’ve also already hinted that July will be a heavier Science Fiction month, so I’m interested to see what actually pops up as picks!
I should have a confirmed spoiler next week so, if you’re interested in finding out what it is, DM me then on Instagram @speakingof.books.
Whether or not these are actually picks, only time will tell. Even if they are not, all or most of these are on my July Most Anticipated New Release list and my Summer 2025 Most Anticipated.
JUNE 2025 MOST ANTICIPATED
July 2025 MOST ANTICIPATED
SUMMER 2025 MOST ANTICIPATED
When the picks are announced and you find you have space in your box still, make sure to also check reviews of all past Aardvark Books that I’ve read HERE or check out my list of all the 2023 picks I read 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?!
July Predictions
My predictions for Aardvark’s July 2025 lineup are a mix of sharp genre blends, bold debuts, and fresh takes on familiar tropes, exactly the kind of off-the-beaten-path reads Aardvark loves to spotlight.
On the darker, speculative side, Ascension by S.T. Gibson, How to Survive a Horror Story by Mallory Arnold, Angel Down by Daniel Kraus, and Night Watcher by Daphne Woolsoncroft all tap into horror and thriller vibes with a literary edge. These feel like strong contenders for Aardvark’s edgier readers who like a bit of chaos with their character work.
There’s also an emotional depth in picks like The Homemade God by Rachel Joyce and If You Love It, Let It Kill You by Hannah Pittard. Both sound introspective and strange in the best way, perfect for fans of literary fiction with raw, personal cores.
For lighter but still engaging stories, Only Lovers in the Building by Nadine Gonzalez and First Time, Long Time by Amy Silverberg bring in romantic and humorous storytelling.
Finally, The Goldens by Lauren Wilson and Mayra by Nicky Gonzalez have that buzzy, commercial/literary crossover energy that Aardvark often embraces, thought-provoking but super readable. And It Was Her House First by Cherie Priest might be this month’s quirky wild card, blending domestic suspense with eerie vibes but I love Cherie Priest and she gives me Aardvark vibes.
Overall, it’s shaping up to be a genre-bending, emotionally charged month and I’m so ready to see what lands!
Do you think any of these will be picks? Just a few days left before the Aardvark team starts putting out hints for their picks!
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 Aardvark picks, by commenting below or by messaging me on Instagram @speakingof.books or TikTok @speakingof.books. Don’t forget to follow me to get weekly updates and new reviews!
Happy Reading!
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