90+ Fantastic New Fall 2022 Book Releases

Mad Money by Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylan 

Genre: Fiction

Plot: A soul-stirring novel about what we choose to keep from our past and what we choose to leave behind, from the New York Times bestselling author of Wish You Were Here and the bestselling author of She’s Not There

Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng

Genre: Fiction

Plot: From the number one bestselling author of Little Fires Everywhere, a deeply suspenseful and heartrending novel about the unbreakable love between a mother and child in a society consumed by fear

Blackmail and Bibingka by Mia P. Manansala

Genre: Mystery

Plot: Lila’s cousin Ronnie is back for the holidays and fifteen years and ready to prove that he is a different man than the troublemaker he used to be. When he is accused of murder, Lila must put aside her differences and resentment and help prove that he is innocent.

The Night Ship by Jess Kidd

Genre: Historical fiction

Plot: This story is based on real historical events.

1629: An orphaned girl is on the Batavia when she becomes shipwrecked on an island off western Australia
1989: A boy named Gil is sent to live off the Western Australia coast and discovers the story of a shipwreck.

Bad Girl Reputation by Elle Kennedy

Genre: Romance

Plot: Genevieve has returned home for her mother’s funeral. She is a reformed bad girl who is not prepared fie the feelings she has for her ex. He seems to be just as gorgeous and just as much trouble as he used to be. Has he changed his ways and could this be a second chance at love?

The First to Die at the End by Adam Silvera

Genre: YA Thriller

Plot: “In this prequel to #1 New York Times bestselling phenomenon They Both Die at the End, two new strangers spend a life-changing day together after Death-Cast first makes their fateful calls.“

Pretty Dead Queen by Alexa Donne

Genre: YA Thriller

Plot: “Seaview High’s homecoming queen is dead . . . and she’s not the first. From the critically acclaimed author of The Ivies comes a nonstop thriller about a decades-old mystery, a copycat killing, and the teen who won’t stop until she discovers the truth.”

All I Want for Christmas by Maggie Knox

Genre: Romance

Plot: When two country singers are paired to sing a duet on a reality television show, they could never have guessed that their on-screen chemistry would have fans going wild. They also could not have predicted that the producers would make them into a permanent duo on and off stage or be forced to leave the competition. The problem? they cannot stand each other. .

So This is Christmas by Jenny Holiday

Genre: Romance

Plot: Matteo Benz has spent his life serving the Eldovian crown. His current assignment is to help a consultant who has been flown in to help the king’s financial affairs. These two butt heads as tradition meets progress. As they work together, speaks fly and Matteo must decide between his heart and his job.

The Christmas Clash by Suzanne Park

Genre: Romance

Plot: Chloe Kwan and Peter Li do not get along. Their families are rivals and the Riverwood Mall food court. When they find out that the mall is about to be sold to a developer and demolished for condos. Chloe and Peter realize that the two of them must overcome their differences and work together to save the mall and their families.

Once Upon a December by Amy E Reichert

Genre: Romance

Plot: Astra Noel Snow not only has Christmas in her name but also has accepted it as a way of life. After her divorce she decides that she is ready to make the most of the season with a very handsome stranger named Jack. After a number of dates, their feelings start to grow and Astra and Jack must decide whether this is a relationship that can last for more than just the holiday season.

Just like Magic by Sarah Hogle

Genre: Romance

Plot: Betty Hughes used to have it all and was happy to flaunt it. But, she has lost all of her money and her family has no idea. Before she heads home for Christmas she conjures up Hall, the holiday spirit, who takes the form of a very charming and handsome man. Can Betty find the Christmas spirit or will her selfish ways return when the holidays are done? This book is on my list of fall 2022 book releases to read

Endless Summer: Stories by Elin Hilderbrand

Genre: Fiction

Plot: in this collection of short stories, Elin Hildebrand gives us nine prequels, sequels, and missing chapters from her books. If you are a fan of Elin Hilderbrand’s books, this is the perfect pick for an October read- it will make summer last!

Before I Do by Sophie Cousens

Genre: Romance

Plot: Audrey and Josh are engaged to be married but Audrey is starting to have second thoughts. When Josh comes to the rehearsal dinner with Fred, a man Audrey had a fling with six years ago, she begins to wonder if fate is trying to stop her from marrying Josh or if destiny is full of twists and turns. This is another book from the list of fall 2022 book releases that I cannot wait to read.

One Last Gift by Emily Stone

Genre: Romance

Plot: Cassie and Tom lost their parents at a young age and now Cassie has lost Tom too. When Cassie finds an envelope with Tom’s handwriting on it, she is sent on a journey to reconnect with old friends, find herself, and to find love if she is brave enough.

Little Eve by Catriona Ward

Genre: Gothic thriller

Plot: a Scottish clan is preparing to bring about the end of the world and its rebirth. One person will inherit all the power and everybody wants the honor. Eve is willing to do anything for that distinction.

The Socialite’s Guide to Murder by S.K Golden

Genre: Historical Fiction / Mystery

Plot: Elizabeth Grace Murphy has not left the Pinnacle hotel, the hotel her father owns, in 14 years. When artist Billie Bell has his artwork stolen and is murdered inside the hotel, Elizabeth’s safe haven doesn’t feel so safe. Evelyn must force herself to overcome her agoraphobia, leave the hotel, and solve the murder.

If You Could See the Sun by Ann Liang

Genre: YA

Plot: Alice is the only scholarship student at her elite international boarding school. But when her parents tell her that they can no longer afford the tuition even with the scholarship she this interferes with her plans to attend a prestigious university and get a job good enough to lift her family out of poverty. Now, to make matters worse, she is starting to turn invisible. Alyse realizes she can use her new power to find out secrets in exchange for money but everything comes at a price.

It Starts with Us by Colleen Hoover

Genre: Romance

Plot: This book picks up right where “It Ends With Us” finishes. Lily is recently divorced when she runs into Atlas, her first love. Time seems to finally be on their side but Lily’s ex-husband Ryle is not happy that Atlas will be a part of his ex-wife’s life. Lily is ready to have a second chance at love.

Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver

Genre: Literary Fiction

Plot: David Copperfield is the inspiration for this epic novel by Kingsolver. This is a story of a new generation of boys left behind and lost in the system. Demon is born to a single teenage mother in the mountains of southern Appalachia. This is the story his story as he moves through foster care, into child labor, drug addiction and so much more.

Paris Daillencourt is About to Crumble by Alexis Hall

Genre: Romance

Plot: From the best-selling author of boyfriend material comes a romance about facing your past so you can have the future that you want. Paris Daillencourt has a passion for baking, cats and classics, not he is entering a baking competition where one of his fellow contestants is more than meets the eye.

Poster Girl by Veronica Roth

Genre: Dystopian Fiction

Plot: “For fans of Anthony Marra and Lauren Beukes, #1 New York Times bestselling author Veronica Roth tells the story of a woman’s desperate search for a missing girl after the collapse of the oppressive dystopian regime—and the dark secrets about her family and community she uncovers along the way.“

Built to Last by Erin Hahn

Genre: Romance

Plot: Shelby is a former child star who has spent the last 10 years trying to forget her public breakup with her former star Lyle. She is also trying to forget her other costar Cameron, the one who got away. Now, Lyle wants to get everybody on board to do a home renovation show. He is jealous and wants to stir the pot but Shelby is determined to not let Cameron get away a second time.

When We Had Wings: A Story of the Angels of Bataan by Ariel Lawhon

Genre: Historical Fiction

Plot: Three nurses are station ins the Philippines in 1941. They think it will be a beautiful paradise assignment but instead, they become the first female prisoners of war. In this story, based on the real experiences of the nurses dubbed “the Angels of Bataan”, three women change each other’s lives and the lives of those around them.

Somebody That I used to Know by Dana L Davis

Genre: YA

Plot: Dylan Woods has not seen her best friend Langston in years, not since he moved to LA to become the world’s biggest pop star. But, when her parents announce Langston is coming to stay with them, she doesn’t know how to react. And she quickly realizes that maybe her feelings go deeper than friendship.

The Atlas Paradox by Olivia Blake

Genre: Fantasy Dark academia

Plot: This book is the long-awaited sequel to Atlas Six, a dark academia book with an almost cult-like following. Six magicians were given the chance of a lifetime to become a part of The Society. Five are now members, one is missing and they all must pick a side. I cannot wait to read this book from our list of fall 2022 book releases

If you love dark academia, check out our amazing list.

The Soulmate by Sally Hepworth

Genre: Thriller

Plot: From best-selling author, Sally Hepworth, comes a new domestic thriller. I love a great thriller and Sally Hepworth does not disappoint. I have this book at the top of my list of books to read from the fall 2022 book releases.

If you love thrillers as much as we do, you can check out our Ultimate List of Thrillers!

The Women of Rothschild: The Untold Story of the World’s Most Famous Dynasty by Natalie Livingstone

Genre: Non-Fiction

Plot: Natalie Livingstone folls the lives of the Rothschild women from the early 19th century to the present. These women helped inspire cultural movements in the Victorian era, brought down ghettos in Frankfort, and kept company with some of the most influential musicians of the day.

The Bookshop of Secrets by Mollie Rushmeyer

Genre: Women’s Fiction

Plot: Hope has spent her life running away from her past. She finally decided to come to Wanishin Falls to search her family’s history through books. These are Hope’s last link to her mother and the rumored family treasure. Hope must accept help from the people in the town and perhaps open her heart.

A Murder at Balmoral by Chris McGeorge

Genre: Mystery and Thriller

Plot: Everyone has gathered at Balmoral Castle at Christmas to hear who the king will announce as his successor. As he raises his glass, he drops dead. Someone has poisoned him and someone in the family must have done it. Now, the king’s beloved chef must play detective.

Marmee by Sarah Miller

Genre: Fiction

Plot: “From the author of Caroline, a revealing retelling of Louisa May Alcott’s beloved Little Women, from the perspective of Margaret “Marmee” March, about the larger real-world challenges behind the cozy domestic concerns cherished by generations of readers.“

Waypoints by Sam Heughan

Genre: Memoir

Plot: “Journey deep into the Highlands in the first memoir by #1 New York Times bestselling author and star of Outlander Sam Heughan – exploring his life and reflecting on the waypoints that define him.”

The Resemblance by Lauren Nossett

Genre: Thriller

Plot: When a fraternity brother at the University of Georgia is killed in a hit and run, all the witnesses agree that the driver looked identical to the dead man and that the driver was smiling.

Detective Marlitt Kaplan begins investigating and uncovers more than she bargained for with the Greek systems and its hedonistic ways and secrets. How far will they go to protect their own?

Quarry Girls by Jess Lourey 

Genre: Thriller

Plot: Heather and Brenda have a secret. They saw something in the dark that they vowed never to talk about again, with anybody. Now, in the close-knit community in Minnesota, girls are going missing and nobody wants to investigate.

Egypt’s Golden Couple: When Akhenaten and Nefertiti Were Gods on Earth by Colleen and John Darnell

Genre: Non-Fiction

Plot: The authors combine years of research with wonderful writing to tell the story of Akhenaten and Nefertiti, rulers more than three thousand years ago. These revolutionary rulers transformed the world we live in by combining religion and politics in one.

The Rewind by Allison Winn Scotch

Genre: Romance

Plot: Frankie and Ezra were college sweethearts seeing each other for the first time since their breakup ten years ago. They are at the wedding of mutual friends and both have moved on. When they wake up the next morning with Ezra’s grandmother’s diamond on Frankie’s finger, they have to figure out what happened and if they got it wrong the first time around.

Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing: A Memoir by Matthew Perry

Genre: Memoir

Plot: Matthew Perry, the beloved star of the hit show Friends, takes us on his journey from a young tennis star in Canada to a lead actor in the wildly popular show and his battle with addiction. Told in a way that only Matthew can- with humor and a message of hope. I loved the how Friends- we even did a post on books to read if you loved the show. This is a memoir from our fall 2022 book releases that I would love to get my hand

A Very Merry Bromance by Lyssa Kay Adams

Genre: Romance

Plot: In this next book in the Bromance Book Club series, the men come together to help country music star Colton find a second chance at love.

The Prisoner by B.A. Paris

Genre: Thriller

Plot: Amelie has built a life for herself after losing her parents as a child. Now, she is married to a billionaire named Ned Hawthorne. Soon after, she wakes up in a pitch-black room where she has been taken captive and she does not know who is holding her prisoner. The worst part? She feels safer here than she did with her husband.

The Cloisters by Katy Hays

Genre: Fantasy Dark Academia

Plot: Described as The Secret History meets Ninth House, this Fantasy Dark Academia looks like a must-read. When Ann is assigned to work with The Cloisters during her summer program she discovers a hidden deck of tarot cards that might hold the key to predicting the future.

Surrender: 40 Songs, One Story by Bono

Genre: Memoir

Plot: Bono—artist, activist, and the lead singer of Irish rock band U2—has written a memoir: honest and irreverent, intimate and profound, Surrender is the story of the remarkable life he’s lived, the challenges he’s faced, and the friends and family who have shaped and sustained him.

The Luminaries by Susan Dennard

Genre: Fantasy

Plot: From Susan Dennard, the New York Times bestselling author of the Witchlands series, comes a haunting and high-octane contemporary fantasy, about the magic it takes to face your fears in a nightmare-filled forest, and the mettle required to face the secrets hiding in the dark corners of your own family.

We Are the Light: A Novel by Deckle Edge

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Plot: This is a new book for the bestselling author of The Silver Linings Playbook about a widower in a small town who takes in a grieving teenager who has been ostracized by the community they live in. This is an inspirational book that celebrates the power of healing.

We All Want Impossible Things by Catherine Newman

Genre: Fiction

Plot: For lovers of Meg Wolitzer, Maria Semple, and Jenny Offill comes this raucous, poignant celebration of life, love, and friendship at its imperfect and radiant best. This is the ultimate story of friendship as Edith and Ashley reminisce on 42 years of friendship. Edi is dying of ovarian cancer and Ash is struggling with her imperfection as a friend, wife, and parents.

Better Than Fiction by Alexa Martin

Genre: Romance

Plot: Drew Young did not anticipate inheriting her grandmother’s books store, especially since she is a firm believer that the movie is always better (gasp). When she meets a bestselling author at his book event, he creates a book bucket list for her. As they begin to spend more time together, Drew must make a choice that will determine her future.

The Family Game by Catherine Steadman

Genre: Thriller

Plot: Harriet is a novelist who is engaged to Edward, the heir of a powerful family. Now, they have reappeared and seem to be welcoming but, Harriet cannot figure out what is real and what is a game. Harriet receives a confession to a heinous crime from Edward’s father but, is this a plan to test her loyalty?

Never Rescue a Rogue by Virginia Heath

Genre: Romance

Plot: Virginia Heath’s Never Rescue a Rogue, the next book in the Merriwell Sisters series, is filled with whip-smart banter, swoony romance, hilarious mishaps, and twisty reveals that will make you gasp and laugh in delight

Secluded Cabin Sleeps Six by Lisa Unger

Genre: Thriller

Plot: Three couples rent a luxury cabin in the woods complete with a hot tub and personal chef. But, a deadly storm is coming and things start to get a little weird when the rental host is too present and the personal chef reveals that the cabin has a very scary past. Who can you trust when someone is looking for revenge?

The Last Party: A Novel by Clare Mackintosh

Genre: Thriller

Plot: On New Year’s Eve Rhys Lloyd has a house full of neighbors from his wealthy neighborhood celebrating the new year. By midnight, he is dead and the next day, everyone in the tiny community is a suspect because they all have secrets to protect.

Now is Not the Time to Panic by Kevin Wilson

Genre: Fiction

Plot: Frankie is 16 years old and trying to make it through high school. She is a loner until she meets Zeke. the sparks fly with these two teens and they make a poster that becomes unforgettable to everyone who sees it. Now the people in the town do not know who made the sign and panic follows. Twenty years after, Frankie receives a phone call from a reporter asking about the panic of 1996 and what she knows.

Scattered Showers by Rainbow Rowell

Genre: YA Romance

Plot: This is renowned author, Rain Rowell’s first collection of short stories. These are nine wonderful love stories that are everything you could hope for from this New York Times bestselling author.

Cursed by Marissa Meyer

Genre: YA Fantasy

Plot: This is the sequel to Gilded, the retelling of Rumplestiltskin. Serilda and Gild attempt to beak the curses that are tethering their spirits to the haunted castle before the Endless moon. This is a YA fantasy with romance and adventure from bestselling author Marissa Meyer.

Bloodmarked (The Legendborn Cycle Book 2) by Tracy Deonn

Genre: YA Fantasy

Plot: This is the hugely anticipated follow-up to the award-winning book Legendborn. Bree wanted to uncover the truth behind her mother’s death. She infiltrated the Legendborn order, King Arthur’s secret Society descendants and in doing so, She discovered her power. I just finished the first book, Legendborn, and I cannot wait to read this book from our list of fall 2022 book releases

The Light We Carry: Overcoming in Uncertain Times by Michelle Obama

Genre: Non-Fiction

Plot: former First-Lady and bestselling author Michelle Obama offers advice, wisdom, and strategies for staying hopeful in these uncertain times.

The Lindbergh Nanny by Mariah Fredericks

Genre: Historical Fiction

Plot: Mariah Fredericks’s The Lindbergh Nanny is a powerful, propulsive novel about America’s most notorious kidnapping through the eyes of the woman who found herself at the heart of this deadly crime.

The Do-Over by Lynn Painter

Genre: YA Romance

Plot: This book is Groundhog Day meets Valentine’s Day. Emilie is stuck in a time loop watching her boyfriend, Josh cheat on her day after day on Valentine’s Day. Every morning she wakes up and has to relive it again. The one thing she also can’t get away from is Nick. Why do they keep running into each other and is the universe trying to tell her something?

A Light in the Flame by Jennifer L. Armentrout

Genre: YA Fantasy

Plot: This is book two in the Flesh and Fire series. The only one who can save Sera now is the one she spent her life planning to kill.

The Wilderwomen by Ruth Emmie Lang 

Genre: Magical Realism

Plot: Nora Wilder disappeared leaving her daughters to wonder where she went. Zadie, the oldest, should have seen it coming because she has psychic abilities. Finn cannot see into the future but she has a perfect memory. She cannot only see her own memories but the echoes that other people have left behind. When Finn wakes up alone in an aviary with no idea how she got there, she realizes she has followed her mother’s memory. Now the two sisters must try and find their mother but how far are they willing to go?

That Time I Got Cancer by Jim Zervanos

Genre: Non-Fiction

Plot: This non-fiction telling of Jim’s story reads like fiction because the story is so unbelievable. Jim, survived cancer when he was told he may have days to weeks to live. This book is a quick and meaty read and is truly unbelievable.

Aesthetica by Allie Rowbottom

Genre: Fiction

Plot: A former social media is about to undergo and radical surgery to reverse all her plastic surgeries in the hope of finding her true self. On the eve of her surgery, her past resurfaces and she must confront her past in order to move forward. This is a dark, coming-of-age story.

Belittled Women by Amanda Sellet

Genre: YA Fiction

Plot: Sharp and subversive, this delightfully messy YA rom-com offers a sly wink to the classic Little Women, as teenage Jo Porter rebels against living in the shadow of her literary namesake

A World of Curiosities by Louise Penny

Genre: Mystery

Plot: Bestselling author, Louise Penny, is back with book number 18 in the chief inspector Gamache series. Facebook takes place in three pines. Gamache and Beauvoir are reminded of an old case that has hunted them for years. Now, they discover a bricked-up attic in the village of three pines that brings more questions than answers. Of all the books on this list of fall 2022 book releases, this is the one that I am most excited to read.

Saint by Adrienne Young

Genre: YA Fantasy

Plot: if you love the world of fable, you will love this prequel from best-selling author Adrienne Young. Elias has learned to listen to the old tales and his devotion to myths and superstition has earned him the reputation of being the luckiest man to sell the narrows. Now, he must decide if he’s willing to risk everything for the love of a girl.

Winterland: A Novel by Rae Meadows

Genre: Historical Fiction

Plot: This historical fiction starts in 1973 in the Soviet Union where eight-year-old Anya is chosen for her gymnastic skills. There is no greater honor than to represent your country. As Anya moves through the ranks, she learns that there is zero room for error.

A Thousand Heartbeats by Kiera Cass

Genre: YA Romance

Plot: Kiera Cass, author of The Selection series is back with an epic stand-alone YA romance. This star-crossed lovers romance is sure to be another favorite in your lineup. Kiera Cass is the author who brought us together so, we both cannot wait to read this pick from our fall 2022 book releases. If you love YA Romances, we have an amazing list of books to read.

Well Traveled by Jen Deluca

Genre: Romance

Plot: Lulu Malone he’s a workaholic and realizes suddenly everything is all wrong. When she is introduced to the world of Renaissance fairs she jumped at the chance to escape reality. Dax has been touring with his brothers as The Dueling Kilts and has never had to work for much. Sparks fly but when the summer is over, will Lulu go with her heart or head back to the corporate world?

The Ingenue by Rachel Kapelke-Dale

Genre: Fiction

Plot: From the author of “The Ballerina”, one of our best books for book clubs, comes this new suspense novel about family, talent, ambition, and revenge. I cannot wait to read this book. It is my top December pick from this list of fall 2022 book releases.

The Widowmaker by Hannah Morrissey 

Genre: Thriller

Plot: A wealthy family shrouded in scandal; a detective tasked with solving an impossible cold case; and a woman with a dark past collide in Hannah Morrissey’s stunning new Black Harbor mystery, The Widowmaker”

The Last Invitation by Darby Kane

Genre: Psychological Thriller

Plot: An exclusive club, The Sophie Foundation, meets on the second Tuesday of every month to take a vote. Over wine and cheese, they review the files of evil men who need to be punished. Just saw Hall jumped at the chance to join the secret club but when she realizes that it has gone too far, she must find a way to get out before she’s the one who loses her life.

The Sunshine Girls by Molly Fader

Genre: Fiction

Plot: Betty Kay and kitty meet at nursing school and don’t have much in common. Yet the two women begin a lifelong friendship through love and marriage from Vietnam to Hollywood. The story takes place in Iowa in 1967 until 50 years later when two estranged sisters uncover family secrets.

The Dressmakers of Prospect Heights by Kitty Zeldis

Genre: Historical Fiction

Plot: Three women in Brooklyn in 1924 forge friendships and confronts their pasts in order to have better futures. This historical fiction moves from New York City to late 19th century Russia and to New Orleans in the 19/10.

Witcha Gonna Do by Avery Flynn

Genre: Fantasy Romance

Plot: what do you do when you are born into a power magical family and you have no magic? What do you do when you need to turn to your nemesis, to help save your family after you accidentally cursed them all? And what do you do when you start feeling attracted to that superhot nemesis?

Your Table Is Ready: Tales of a New York City Maître D’ by Michael Cecchi-Azzolina

Genre: Memoir

Plot: Michael Cecchi-Azzolina has helped run some of the hottest and most successful restaurants in New York City. From his early career serving starts like Tennessee Williams to the pre-pandemic shutdown, Cecchi-Azzolina and seen it all. He knows how restaurants are run and can tell you all about it.

Roses, in the Mouth of a Lion by Bushra Rehman

Genre: Literary Fiction

Plot: Razia Mirza has grown up in a very close-know Pakastani-American Family. When she is accepted to a prestigious school in Manhattan, a rift grows between her and her family. Now, Razia has started to develop feelings for Angela and she must choose between her family, her faith, and her future

The Light Pirate by Lily Brooks-Dalton 

Genre: Litarary Fiction

Plot: This is a novel that spans Wanda’s lifetime. Florida is slipping away and the weather patterns have left the state with decreased infrastructure. When a hurricane comes just as Kirby’s sons go missing, he sets off the find them. His wife Frida goes into premature labor and gives birth to Wanda.

The Seamstress of Sardinia by Bianca Pitzorno

Genre: Literary Fiction

Plot: “A bestselling Italian writer makes her American debut with this delightful dramedy of manners, family, romance, and fashion that is set on the island of Sardinia at the end of the nineteenth century—a dazzling and original literary blend of Jane Austen and Adriana Trigiani.“

A Dangerous Business by Jane Smiley

Genre: Murder Mystery

Plot: This is a murder mystery set in Gold Rush California by Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author, Jane Smiley. Eliza Ripple has been working in a brothel since her husband was killed in a fight. She has attained financial security. When the bodies of young women start appearing, Eliza is inspired by her reading and set out to solve the mystery of these murders and catch the killer.

Screaming on the Inside: The Unsustainability of American Motherhood by Jessica Grouse

Genre: Non-Fiction

Plot: In this timely and necessary book, New York Times opinion writer Jessica Grose dismantles two hundred years of unrealistic parenting expectations and empowers today’s mothers to make choices that actually serve themselves, their children, and their communities

To Get to the Other Side: A Novel by Kelly Ohlert

Genre: Romance

Plot: When Trixie stops her car and scoops up a chicken stuck in the middle of the road, she needs to find a new place to live that allows pets. Bear owns a flower business and is upset when he finds that his sisters have posted his spare room for rent. Now, Trixie and Bear must figure out how to save his business and navigate the attraction they feel for each other.

The Key to My Heart: A Novel by Lia Louis

Genre: Romance

Plot: Natalie Fincher has everything going for her until she unexpectedly loses her husband. now, two and a half years later, she is getting by and plays her piano only in a London train station where she can be anonymous. When suddenly when somebody starts leaving sheet music for her husband’s favorite songs at the stations piano, Natalie starts to feel life coming back to her for the first time. Can she step back on a path that opens herself to love?

Twice in a Lifetime: A Novel by Melissa Baron

Genre: Romance

Plot: Isla has fled to a small town to deal with her chronic anxiety. When she gets a text from a man who says he is her husband. Ewan is reaching out from a few years in the future when they are no longer together. He even has proof- a picture from their wedding day. Ewan is texting through time to try and save her from something that he cannot share. Will each text bring them closer together or farther apart?

Never Ever Getting Back Together by Sophie Gonzales

Genre: YA LGBTQ Romance

Plot: Jordy is a minor celebrity whose sister married a prince of a small European country. Now, he is going to be the star of a TV show called Second Chance Romance. Maya, Skye, and four more of Jory’s ex-girlfriends will be brought together to try and recapture his heart. As the girls compete for his heart, they just might find their happily ever after is not what they expected.

No Accident by Laura Bates

Genre: YA Fiction

Plot: A plane crash leaves seven teenagers alone on a deserted island. At first, they think the dwindling supplies are the only obstacle to survival. They soon realize that there’s someone else on the island and that person may be the biggest threat. Suddenly, being the most popular kid doesn’t mean anything.

Poison Season by Mara Rutherford

Genre: YA Fantasy

Plot: Outsiders seek to destroy Leelo’s island. She coexists with the bloodthirsty forest and the poisonous lake that protects the island. When Leelo sees an outsider drowning, she knows what she. is supposed to do but, betrays everyone when she makes the unthinkable choice.

In Love’s Time by Kate Breslin

Genre: Historical Fiction

Plot: Set at the height of WWI, this is the story of Captain Marcus Weatherford and the woman he loves, Clare. The two must fight to be together in the face of war and duty. When Marcus is sent on a mission to Russia with a ballerina posing as his fiancee, Clare is devastated. Can their love survive against the odds?

All the Lost Places by Amanda Dykes

Genre: Historical Fiction

Plot: Venice 1807: a baby is discovered floating in a basket and a guild of Artisans takes him in and raises him. Years later when Sebastian is searching for his origin story, a woman washes ashore on the island. 1904: Daniel Goodman is looking for a fresh start by translating an old book from Venice with the story of Sebastian. Who is Sebastian Trovato?

The Tudors in Love: Passion and Politics in the Age of England’s Most Famous Dynasty by Sarah Gristwood

Genre: Biography

Plot: Sarah Gristwood’s The Tudors in Love offers a brilliant history of the Tudor dynasty, showing how the rules of romantic courtly love irrevocably shaped the politics and international diplomacy of the period.

So, This Is Love by Tracy Andreen

Genre: Romance

Plot: This is a perfect romance for Valentine’s Day. This is the sequel to So, This is Christmas. Finley and Arthur are back at school and wondering what one wonderful Christmas Eve kiss means. Are they a couple? When old flames come back into their lives, this could complicate everything.

The Book of Everlasting Things by Aanchal Malhotra

Genre: Fiction

Plot: Samir is a perfumer’s apprentice. Firdaus is a calligrapher’s apprentice. When they lovk eyes, the fall in love but, as India struggles for independence, the two will find themselves on opposite sides with their love forbidden. Samir is now an indian Hindu and Firdaus is a Muslim Pakatani. As their paths diverge, tey must decide what they are willing to do for love.

The Lipstick Bureau by Michelle Gable

Genre: Historical Fiction

Plot: This story is inspired by a real-life female spy in WWII. Niki Novotná has been recruited by an American spy agency to travel to Italy and create fake stories and propaganda to lower the morale of the enemy soldiers. If you love female spy books, this one is for you and you can check out our list of other female spy books with love.