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Each month we pick a new story to get into, whether it’s a paperback, e-book, or screen adaptation. From plot twists to hot takes, we say what we really think and keep it real. Come and join the conversation!
This New Year’s picks are solid. Think gripping fiction and bold history. From small-town secrets to tech ethics and viral fame spirals, we’re reading stories that hit hard and make you think.
The First Time I Saw Him – January 6th
Author: Laura Dave
Genre: Psychological Thriller
The Pitch: The high-stakes sequel to the #1 global bestseller The Last Thing He Told Me.
The Summary: Five years after Owen Michaels vanished, Hannah and Bailey have finally found peace in Los Angeles. That safety is shattered when Owen reappears at Hannah’s art gallery, forcing them back onto the run. Hannah must now navigate a dangerous web of Owen’s past to protect her family and find a way to stay together for good.
The Swan’s Daughter – January 6th
Author: Roshani Chokshi
Genre: Historical Fantasy / Romance
The Pitch: A mythic, “possibly doomed” love story from the bestselling author of The Gilded Wolves.
The Summary: Set against a lush historical backdrop, this novel reimagines the “swan maiden” myth. It follows a woman whose beauty is both her greatest asset and her most dangerous curse. As she navigates courtly intrigue and forbidden magic, she must decide if love is worth the price of her own freedom—or her soul.
Woman Down – January 13th
Author: Colleen Hoover
Genre: Meta-Thriller
The Pitch: A dark, twisty exploration of fame and fiction from the author of Verity.
The Summary: After a viral scandal wrecks her career, author Petra Rose retreats to a remote cabin to write a desperate comeback novel. When local detective Nathaniel Saint arrives to investigate a nearby accident, Petra uses him as the muse for her new protagonist. However, the lines between her manuscript and reality begin to blur, leading to a confrontation that could cost Petra everything.
Skylark – January 13th
Author: Paula McLain
Genre: Historical Fiction
The Pitch: A captivating portrait of a trailblazing woman from the author of The Paris Wife.
The Summary: McLain returns to biographical fiction, following a fierce, independent woman breaking barriers in the early 20th century. Set against the burgeoning aviation age, Skylark explores the sacrifices made in the pursuit of greatness and the weight of a legacy built in the clouds.
The Hitch – January 13th
Author: Sara Levine
Genre: Contemporary Comedy / Fiction
The Pitch: A “delightfully unhinged” comedy about family and the supernatural.
The Summary: When a woman becomes convinced that the spirit of a dead corgi has possessed her nephew, her already messy life descends into chaos. As she attempts a bizarre “exorcism” and navigates increasingly absurd social hurdles, Levine delivers a sharp, witty exploration of grief and modern family dynamics.
The Future Saints – January 13th
Author: Ashley Winstead
Genre: Literary Romance
The Pitch: A soulful, music-infused narrative from the author of In My Dreams I Hold a Knife.
The Summary: Set against the vibrant California music scene, a music executive finds herself falling for the self-destructive lead singer of an indie rock band. Winstead weaves a messy, beautiful tale of family trauma, grief, and the belief that a great melody can provide the ultimate redemption.
My Husband’s Wife – January 13th
Author: Alice Feeney
Genre: Psychological Thriller
The Pitch: A mind-bending “stolen identity” mystery from the master of the plot twist.
The Summary: Artist Eden Fox returns home to find her key doesn’t fit and a stranger—who looks exactly like her—is living her life. Her husband insists this stranger is the real Eden. Through a dual timeline involving a reclusive woman named Birdy, Feeney crafts a lethal mystery where the truth is more dangerous than the lie.
How to Commit a Postcolonial Murder – January 13th
Author: Nina McConigley
Genre: Contemporary Fiction / Mystery
The Pitch: A bold, fiercely original debut that blends family drama with political satire.
The Summary: The story opens with a shocking confession: two sisters have killed their uncle, and they blame the British Empire. Set in modern-day Wyoming, this inventive novel follows the fallout of their actions, exploring the deep scars of colonialism and the weight of immigrant identity.
Vigil – January 27th
Author: George Saunders
Genre: Surrealist Fiction
The Pitch: A “fierce and wild ride” into the afterlife from the author of Lincoln in the Bardo.
The Summary: As a powerful oil executive lies on his deathbed, a ghost named “Doll” arrives to usher him into the next world. Unlike her previous charges, this CEO refuses to repent for his impact on the planet. What follows is a bizarre, profound reckoning involving crowds of the living and dead clamoring for justice.
The Seven Daughters of Dupree – January 27th
Author: Nikesha Elise Williams
Genre: Historical / Literary Fiction
The Pitch: A sweeping multi-generational epic perfect for fans of Homegoing.
The Summary: Spanning a century of American history, this novel follows the Dupree line—a family that only produces daughters. In 1995, 14-year-old Tati begins unearthing family secrets that date back to 1917, revealing a powerful legacy of Black womanhood, resilience, and the hidden patterns that define our lives.
Keeper of Lost Children – January 27th
Author: Sadeqa Johnson
Genre: Historical Drama
The Pitch: A moving exploration of mixed-race legacy from the author of The House of Eve.
The Summary: This narrative connects a Black WWII soldier with a lonely teenager in 1965. Toggling between generations, Johnson demonstrates how love—familial, forbidden, and self-love—can transcend decades of systemic pain and hardship.