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10 Highly Anticipated September 2025 Book Releases

Bonisiwe Shabane
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10 highly anticipated september 2025 book releases

If you’re looking to curl up with a good book this September, there are plenty of new releases in store. The lineup of literary fiction and narrative nonfiction is absolutely incredible—I genuinely have dozens of hours of reading added to my to-do list this month. Regardless of what genre you enjoy, though, there’s a book for you to read, preorder, or place on hold at the library. Here are 10 of the books I’m looking forward to the most. *We use Bookshop affiliate links. Purchasing through our link will provide us with a small commission at no additional cost to you

Find the Book: Goodreads | StoryGraph | Bookshop In this historical fiction novel, a young movie star decides to give up everything and become a nun. Based on a true story, this book follows the life of the young Golden Age starlet from the perspective of Lu Tibbott, a 1990s college student who realizes that Lori’s life consisted of more... This book sounds fascinating, especially because of my interest in the way bloggers and the media impact celebrity. Find the Book: Goodreads | StoryGraph | Bookshop Wondering what to read now?

Here are all the hot new September 2025 book releases for you. I’ll let you know what I’ve read, what I can’t wait to read, and what’s getting all the attention this month. In case you’re new to Booklist Queen, every month I cover all the hottest new book releases. I try to read as many new book releases as I can to give you an honest perspective on what to read and what to skip. However, I realize that my to-read list might not exactly match yours. That’s why I’ve also included some of the most popular September 2025 book releases from your favorite authors.

Enough from me, let’s get on to the September 2025 book releases so you can fill up your to-read list. Read with Jenna September Book Club Pick: In the exciting of the Allied victory in Europe during WWII, Cal Jenkins and Margaret Salt share an intimate moment that will affect their families for generations... Haunted by his inability to fight in the war, Cal lives with his wife Becky, a seer who helps families connect with the dead they have lost. Meanwhile, Margaret’s husband is serving on a Navy cargo ship when she gets word that the unthinkable may have happened. Over the ensuing decades, Cal and Margaret’s secrets haunt their families since nothing can stay secret forever in a small Ohio town. This post may contain affiliate links.

If you make a purchase through these links, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a small commission. Ready to discover your next literary obsession? Explore the hottest September 2025 book releases, including my top picks and the most talked-about titles of the month. It’s always exciting to start a new month, especially when you get to plan out your reading list! There are some fantastic books coming out soon, ranging from romantic novels to popular New York Times bestsellers, thought-provoking coming-of-age stories, and gripping historical fiction novels. With so many new books being published every month, it can be overwhelming to decide which ones to include in your reading list.

But don’t worry, I’ve got you covered! Every month, I’ll highlight some of the most exciting upcoming releases that you should remember. As an eclectic reader, I balance my reading list and recommendations with a mix of genres from both established and debut authors to give you the best and most varied reading experience possible. So, I’m confident that you’ll find something you’ll love on this list. Whether you're chasing the final golden days of summer or cozying up for autumn, September always brings a wave of exciting new reads—and this year is no exception. The September 2025 book releases are stacked with everything from long-awaited fantasy sequels and atmospheric thrillers to swoony romances and high-stakes dramas.

Whether you're into dark academia, witches, sports romance, literary fiction, or speculative sci-fi, there’s something here for every kind of reader. Below you’ll find a carefully curated list of standout titles hitting shelves this September—complete with blurbs to help you find your next favorite. A silver shop tucked beside Freemasons' Hall becomes the scene of a chilling discovery: a dismembered body locked away in its vault. While the police suspect it's a known armed robber, one woman—Decima Mullins—is convinced that the corpse belongs to her missing partner, the father of her newborn child. Taking on the case, Cormoran Strike and Robin Ellacott find themselves navigating not just forensic twists, but secret societies, hidden men, and personal stakes that spark straight to the heart. On top of that, Robin’s moving forward with her relationship, while Strike's feelings are more tangled than ever.

The Hallmarked Man is the Cormoran and Robin ride—or sleuth—didn’t know they needed: layered, emotional, and as twisty as ever. Set within the same beloved world as Fearless, Fearful introduces Mara—an unexpected observer of royal dramas and deadly plots. A fateful decree from King Kitt Azer pulls her back into the kingdom she once fled, where love, power, and vengeance swirl in dangerous harmony. As Mara steps closer to the throne and deeper into heartbreak, she finds that destiny isn’t something written in stone—it’s carved in the choices that hurt. The Best New Books Coming September 2025! 🍂📚

Summer is winding down, but September’s book releases are just heating up. Whether you’re looking to cozy up with a gripping novel or dive into the latest buzz-worthy titles, we’ve got you covered. Check out September 2025's most anticipated reads, listed by release date, and start planning your next great escape. Click on any title below to learn more, and get ready to fill your TBR! Whispers, words, and a little bookish magic. With the end of summer catching up with us, and the beginning of autumn approaching fast, our reading moods can change immensely.

Some call autumn the spooky season, some call it the cozy one, and both bring a new air of magic when it comes to reading. The perfect books for this season can range from horror fics, to sci-fi worlds or contemporary literature, and yet there’s always something for every reader. So here’s a list of 10 new books coming out this September to keep an eye out for: The First Witch Of Boston: A Novelby Andrea CatalanoRelease date: September 1stGenre: Historical Fiction “The First Witch Of Boston” is set in 1646, Massachusetts Bay Colony, and based on the true story of Margaret Jones, the first person to ever be executed as a witch in New England. Inspired by real court records and diary entries, “The First Witch Of Boston” tells the story of a woman wrongfully accused amid the political and social turmoil from that time, caused by the delusions...

Breathe In, Bleed Outby Brian McAuleyRelease date: September 2ndGenre: Slasher Horror

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