Pre-orders don’t count against your book-buying ban (right?), so here’s your excuse to stock up for August. I’ve rounded up the most exciting new releases hitting shelves this month — from spicy romantasy to twisty thrillers to cozy reads perfect for...
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Fantasy
Thrillers
Romance
Cozy
Fantasy
Epic quests, magical worlds, and characters you’ll immediately want to protect (or marry). If you’re into dragons, dark magic, or fairytale vibes — this section is for you.
R.F. Kuang does it again — this one’s sharp, layered, and probably going to emotionally wreck me (in the best way).
Katabasis by R.F. Kuang
If you love slow-burn romantasy with stakes and longing? Add to cart. Immediately.
The Fallen & the Kiss of Dusk by Carissa Broadbent
Brigid said ✨girl power✨ and then raised it with blades, loyalty, and feelings.
Warrior Princess Assassin by Brigid Kemmerer
New romantasy debut with prophecy, passion, and a heroine who doesn’t play nice.
Dream by the Shadows by Logan Karlie
A Beauty & the Beast retelling with depth? Yes please. Dark fairytale vibes incoming.
House of the Beast by Michelle Wong
She's got power, secrets, and a crown she probably shouldn't want — but here we go 👑
Her Soul for a Crown by Alysha Rameera
Historical fantasy + dragons = I’m already in love. Give me every poetic page.
The Dragon Wakes with Thunder by K.X. Song
Whimsical, strange, and written like a fever dream. This one’s going to be haunting in all the right ways.
A Theory of Dreaming by Ava Reid
Witches, folklore, and eerie mystery all set in a small town? This is a cozy-night-in pick.
The Bell Witches by Lindsey Kelk
Thrillers
Twists, secrets, unreliable narrators, and the kind of pacing that’ll make you cancel plans. These August thrillers are here to keep you up way past your bedtime.
One of my auto-read authors. Expect mind games, secrets, and maybe one or two gasps.
Forget Me Not by Stacy Willingham
Mental ward + unreliable narration = yes, I will be devouring this in one sitting.
The Locked Ward by Sarah Pekkanen
Creepy orchard. Weird disappearances. Vibes are very “can’t trust anyone.”
The Witch's Orchard by Archer Sullivan
Twisted family secrets? You know I live for that. 👀
The Wrong Sister by Claire Douglas
Locked-room mystery meets film noir aesthetic. I’m intrigued.
Five Found Dead by Sulari Gentill
Gritty, gripping, and probably smarter than me — in the best thriller-y way.
While The Getting Is Good by Matt Riordan
Romance
Whether you want light and fluffy or full-on emotional wreckage (in the best way), these new romances bring all the summer feels. Bonus points for banter and bookish tropes.
Sweet, summery, and set in the music world? My YA heart is singing.
For the Record by Emma Lord
He’s a musician. She’s a little guarded. Cue all the emotional pining.
Heart Strings by Ivy Fairbanks
Small town, surprise baby, and second chances. Yes, yes, and yes.
If Not for My Baby by Kate Golden
Reality TV + romance = chaos I will absolutely root for.
Love at First Sighting by Mallory Marlowe
A funny, messy, lovable main character figuring it out — with love along the way.
The Re-Write by Lizzie Damilola Blackburn
Title tells you everything. Expect sass, angst, and banter for days.
Rivals to Lovers by Elise Wayland
Generational drama + coastal charm. This is the adult beach read I want in my tote.
The Violet Hour by Victoria Benton Frank
Friends to lovers but make it TikTok famous. Give me the awkwardness.
Toni and Addie Go Viral by Melissa Marr
Touching, sweet, and full of heart. Bring tissues and cozy lighting.
Wish You Were Her by Elle McNicoll
Cozy
Murder? Maybe. Vibes? Always. These reads are perfect for fans of quirky characters, small towns, and mysteries that pair well with iced tea and a porch swing.
Witchy vibes, small town charm, and just enough spice. Fall-in-love-with-it cozy.
Love's a Witch by Tricia O'Malley
Quirky characters and murder with muffins? I’m in.
The Marigold Cottages Murder Collective by Jo Nichols
This cozy mystery is giving pink flamingo beach town + amateur sleuth fun.
A Killer Getaway by Sienna Sharpe
This cover screams fall — and the story promises love and cinnamon-scented chaos.
Fall I Want by Lyra Parish
Midnight snacks + magical mishaps. Equal parts adorable and enchanting.
The Late-Night Witches by Auralee Wallace
Cozy fantasy comfort — soft magic, hot tea, and a gentle unraveling of wonder.
