January 2026 Most Anticipated

Another year is almost upon us! January 2026 is set to kick off the literary year with an impressive lineup of new books, arriving so quickly it’s hard to believe how fast 2025 flew by. With beloved authors returning, breakout voices debuting bold new stories, and several highly anticipated sequels finally hitting shelves, the month…

December 2025 Aardvark Predictions

I’m going to be honest, I have no idea what we’re looking at for December picks. With December being a low publishing month and the tendency to pick a ‘lookback’ option or an option published earlier in the year, it’s a tossup what we’ll probably see. I’m hoping we at least get one Christmas/Holiday vibe…

December 2025 Most Anticipated

The last new releases for 2025 are coming soon. December is my favorite month of the year! I adore Christmas time and all the holiday celebrations. It’s also my favorite time to take time off work, and just binge read on the couch, with a warm fire going. Unfortunately, with 3 kids that’s not always…

Brigands & Breadknives

Returning once again to the world of Legends & Lattes, Brigands & Breadknives follows Fern, everyone’s favorite foul-mouthed bookseller, as she searches for meaning (and maybe a little adventure) after years of quiet routine. Hoping to rekindle some joy, Fern relocates to Thune to open her bookshop next to a certain orc’s café. But when…

26 Most Anticipated New Releases for Winter 2026

I know, I know. Halloween hasn’t even happened but I’m already ready for chillier weather and for ALL THE HOLIDAY READS! I am definitely a person who thinks that my turkey tastes the same with the Christmas tree up, but my husband won’t let us put decorations up til after Thanksgiving, So, I’m occupying my…

November 2025 Most Anticipated

November is shaping up to be a deliciously busy month for new books, and I’m already eyeing all the releases I can’t wait to get my hands on. From gripping thrillers and cozy mysteries to swoon-worthy romances and imaginative fantasy, there’s something for every reading mood this month. With the holidays around the corner, I’m…

October 2025 Most Anticipated

October is officially here, which means cozy nights, warm drinks, and a stack of brand-new books to match the season. This month’s lineup is packed with everything from atmospheric thrillers to heart-melting romances, perfect for curling up with as the weather cools down. Whether you’re looking for a spooky read to get into the Halloween…

September 2025 Most Anticipated

September! September is hands-down my favorite month of the year and also my busiest. Not only is it my birthday month, but it’s also my dad’s, my husband’s, my mother-in-law’s, and about three of my closest friends… all within days of mine. Basically, it’s a nonstop parade of cake and celebrations, which means my reading…

The Witch’s Orchard

Archer Sullivan brings the mountains of North Carolina to life in The Witch’s Orchard, an atmospheric and twisty debut introducing private investigator Annie Gore. Former Air Force Special Investigator Annie has traded military life for PI work, and her latest case drags her deep into an Appalachian holler much like the one she grew up…

25 Most Anticipated for Fall 2025

Fall reading season is coming fast and I’m so ready for it. Give me dark fantasies, twisty thrillers, holiday romances, and just the right amount of horror because nothing pairs better with rainy days, warm drinks, and early evenings than getting lost in a really good book. As someone who lives in the Texas Hill…