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Discover These 10 Book Releases Coming Out In September 2025

Bonisiwe Shabane
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discover these 10 book releases coming out in september 2025

Welcome back to my monthly round-up of the latest new releases coming out in the month ahead! For those of you new to my newsletter (hi friends!), every month I publish an article that lists my most anticipated releases in the upcoming month as well as some other new releases I’ve... Wanting to have a mix between the popular upcoming releases you’ve known about for months and some hidden gems I feel have great potential, these new releases posts span across genres and there’s sure... These kinds of posts were put on a brief semi-hiatus for the summer, but I’m so happy to be bringing back these bite-sized new release round-ups on their regular schedule. That being said, let’s dive into what books are coming out in the month ahead! Unraveling the mystery behind her mother’s disappearance, a college freshman finds herself caught up in the paranormal legend of her town’s werewolf protectors.

Told in two parallel timelines, a teenager tries to look for answers regarding the mysterious illness that has plagued his mother and the residents of a small island off the coast of Maine. 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. 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 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! The summer is drawing to a close, and we consider this peak reading season. It's still hot enough to indulge in sizzling summer romance, but with fall just around the corner, we're also happy to enjoy cozy reads and embrace the frights of the incoming Halloween season.

Appropriately, September is positively packed with new book launched to make your TBR pile even more unwieldy. Don't fret, because below, we've broken down 10 of the brand-new book drops of September 2025 we're most looking forward to reading. Rebecca Ross's beloved YA fantasy romance series Letters of Enchantment got even dreamier with a prequel novel with the release of Wild Reverence. It takes place before the gods fully break out into war, following the young messenger goddess, Matilda, and the secret she holds most dear. A mortal boy, Vincent, who's met her only in his dreams, pleads for her blessing, but ignored, is forced to get on with his life. In fact, he forgets about Matilda entirely until she comes to him a decade later with an important message, drawn together to discover their true fates—and true love.

Rachel Harrison's Play Nice follows Clio, a popular stylist-influencer, who happened to grow up in a house possessed by some kind of malevolent force. After the divorce of her parents, Clio moved into the house with her mom and sisters. Soon, her mother was driven to madness, saying it was inhabited by a demon—and even writing a book about it—and losing custody of her kids in the process. 2025 Book Releases, Book Lists, Books · August 24, 2025 Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I receive a small compensation to help support my blog if you decide to make a purchase through my links at no cost to you. September 2025 new book releases are ushering in the start of fall with some of the most anticipated titles of the year.

As the weather begins to cool and cozy reading season kicks off, publishers are rolling out a fresh mix of gripping thrillers, emotional contemporary fiction, and atmospheric reads perfect for curling up with. This list highlights the must-read September 2025 new book releases you’ll want on your radar. Whether you’re back to school, back to routine, or just ready for a new season of stories, there’s something here to kick off your autumn reading list. Want to know which books I am predicting for Book of the Month and Aardvark Book Club? Check out my predictions lists! 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. Welcome to September’s new book releases, friend!

Let’s look at some of the books coming out this month. Ariel and I have organized the books by genre as well as mentioned some keywords – themes, places, moods – that we glimpsed from each synopsis. Do let us know if any books catch your eye! We have identified the ones we are particularly looking forward to reading. Saltcrop by Yume KitaseiSeptember 30, 2025 by Flatiron BooksRead if you enjoy: Dystopia, Climate Change, AdventurousGoodreads This book is on my TBR.- Ariel The Maiden and Her Monster by Maddie MartinezSeptember 9, 2025 by Tor BooksRead if you enjoy: LGBTQIA+, Horror, GothicGoodreadsThis book is on my TBR.- Ariel

The Enduring Universe by Kritika H. RaoSeptember 16, 2025 by Titan BooksRead if you enjoy: Conclusion, family, survivingSeries: Rages #3Goodreads This book is on my TBR.- Ariel The First Thousand Trees by Premee MohamedSeptember 30, 2025 by ECW PressRead if you enjoy: New home, Climate apocalypse, HopeSeries: The Annual Migration of Clouds #3Goodreads We both loved this book! Stay tune for review and interview with the author at the end of the month.- Kriti

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