I honestly have no idea how December is going to look for BOTM. We do have a few repeat authors with picks coming out and I think we might see an early release from January. We also generally get a ‘look back’ option that tends to be a book that released earlier in the year that they feature in December, so I have added one or two options I think might make an appear. Otherwise, I’m not sold on any of my predictions this month. BOTM have had quite a different selection lately and I’m wondering if they’re making ‘back end changes’ or just falling victim to low publishing months. Regardless, I have a few of these and while I haven’t read any yet, I hope to get to a few this month. Be sure to come back in the upcoming weeks to see reviews for these.
Whether or not my predictions are actually picks, only time will tell. If you’re looking for something else to read, take a peek at my Most Anticipated Lists below.
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OCTOBER 2025 MOST ANTICIPATED
NOVEMBER 2025 MOST ANTICIPATED
December 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 & Thrillers
Romance
Science Fiction & Fantasy
Literary & Contemporary
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!