March 2025 Book Releases
I am so excited to bring you the March 2025 book releases. Choosing from so many books can seem daunting, so I included only the books that Kirsten and I cannot wait to read.
Every month, Kirsten and I scour the internet to find the books we are most excited to read. We look through publishers’ lists, our personal lists of advanced reader copies (ARCs), as well as a few other sources. I cannot give away all our secrets, can I? If you are looking for February 2025 book releases, you can check them out here.
From this list of hundreds of books, we look through the picks and decide our most anticipated books for March 2025. I have divided the books by genre to help you decide which books to add to your TBR! If you are looking for more tips on how to choose your next book, check below. I am happy to help with that as well.
Most Anticipated Books for March 2025
Most Anticipated Fiction
Hot Air by Marcy Dermansky- Click here for a book description
Most Anticipated Historical Fiction
The Story She Left Behind by Patti Callahan Henry – Click here for a book description and more books in this category
Most Anticipated Fantasy
Our Infinite Fates by Lauren Steven – Click here for a book description and more books in the category
Most Anticipated Thriller /Mystery
Killer Potential by Hannah Deitch- Click here for a book description and more books in the category
Most Anticipated Romance
The Love We Found by Jill Santopolo – Click here for a book description and more books in the category
Most Anticipated Nonfiction
Four Red Sweaters by Lucy Adlington – Click here for a description of the book and more books in this category
Most Anticipated Young Adult
Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins – Click here for a description of the book and more books in this category
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Fiction Book Releases: March 2025
Plot
Joannie has not been on a date in seven years when she goes to Johnny’s house for dinner for a first date with her daughter in tow. When a billionaire crashes his hot-air balloon in Johnny’s pool, it turns out to be Jonathan, Joannie’s childhood crush from summer camp. Now, Joannie, Johnny, Jonathan, and his wife Julia are stuck together is a story of lust, money, and who wants who.
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Florence Grimes is thirty-one years old with a ten-year-old son named Dylan. After the failure of her girl band, she is broke and single but devoted to her son. When Alfie Risby, Dylan’s bully goes missing during a school trip, Dylan becomes the prime suspect. Now, Florence has to find Alfie and clear her son or she risks losing him.
Plot
This debut novel from the March 2025 book releases is a must-read. Annie is 9 months pregnant and shopping for a crib when an earthquake hits Portland, Oregon. The city is left in complete chaos and Annie is left with no phone or money. To get home, she has to walk. This book takes place over one day as Annie reflects on her life, career, and anxieties.
The Anatomy of Magic
Author: J.C. Cervantes
Genre: Magical Realism
Release Date: March 11, 2025
More info: New York Times Bestselling Author
Plot
Every woman in Lily’s family has a secret. They each possess a unique power and Lily can manipulate memories. Even though Lily seems to have it all, a life-changing event at the hospital she works at sends her to her family home in Mexico. There, she comes face to face with Sam, her first love that she has not seen in more than ten years. Lily must find a way to navigate their history if she wants to regain control of her magic and her life.
Jane and Dan at the End of the World
Author: Colleen Oakley
Genre: Fiction
Release Date: March 11, 2025
Plot
Jane and Dan have been married for 19 years but their marriage is failing. Jane is pretty sure Dan is cheating on her as well. When the two go out for dinner at an upscale restaurant, they are taken hostage by a climate activist group. The strangest part is that everything they are doing is out of Jane’s failed book which sold less than 200 copies. Only she and Dan know what is going to happen next so it is up to them to save everyone. This book is on my TBR!
Historical Fiction: March 2025 Book Releases
The Story She Left Behind
Author: Patti Callahan Henry
Genre: Historical Fiction
Release Date: March 18, 2025
More info: Inspired by a true literary mystery
Plot
In 1927, Clara Harrington’s childhood came to an end when her mother disappeared off the coast of South Carolina, Bornwyn Newcastle Fordham was an author renowned for the book she wrote in a made-up language when she was 12 years old. Now in 1952, Clara is a mother and illustrator. She is contacted by Charlie Johnson in London claiming to have a handwritten dictionary in her mother’s lost language. Clara must travel to London during the Great Smog to uncover the truth about her mother. This book from the March 2024 book releases is on my TBR.
Broken Country
Author: Clare Leslie Hall
Genre: Historical Mystery Romance
Release Date: March 4, 2025
More info: Perfect for fans of Where the Crawdads Sing
Plot
Beth and Frank are happily married as long as the past stays in the past. When Ben’s brother-in-law shoots a dog going after their sheep, they realize the dog belonged to Gabriel Wolfe, Beth’s ex. Now Beth is pulled back into Gabriel’s life and dangerous secrets from the past come to light. This pick from the March 2024 book releases is a love triangle that will make Beth choose between the woman she was and the woman she is now.
The Boxcar Librarian
Author: Brianna Labuskes
Genre: Historical Fiction
Release Date: March 4, 2025
More info: Inspired by a true story
Plot
This pick from the March 2025 book releases is inspired by the true story of a woman and her quest to uncover the mystery of a local librarian and the Boxcar Library that brought books to rural towns in Montana via a converted mining train. Alic Monroe created the boxcar library and when she and Colette went out on the first trip, only Alice returned. Now, Millie arrives in Missoula and needs to find out what happened to Collette.
The Girl from Greenwich Street
Author: Lauren Willig
Genre: Historical Fiction Mystery
Release Date: March 4, 2025
More info: Based on the true story of a famous murder trial
Plot
In 1799, Elma Sands leaves her Quaker cousin’s boarding house and disappears. When her body is found in a well, the family accuses Levi Weeks of the murder. Now, the weeks family hired Aaron Burr to defend Levi with the perk that not only will he get publicity but, he will also get money to win the 1800 New York elections. Not wanting to be outdone, Alexander Hamilton joins the defense team.
Fantasy/ Sci-fi: Most Anticipated for March 2025
Our Infinite Fates
Author: Lauren Steven
Genre: Fantasy
Release Date: March 4, 2025
More info: Deluxe edition for fans of The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue
Plot
Evelyn can remember all her past lives and being murdered before her 18th birthday in every one of them. In this life, Evelyn needs to stay alive to save her sister, and to do so, she will need to find the devil who hunts her. She needs to find out why she is being hunted to break the curse without falling in love again.
Malinalli
Author: Veronica Chapa
Genre: Historical Fantasy
Release Date: March 11, 2025
More info: Perfect for fans of Gods of Jade and Shadow
Plot
Manlinalli is a historical figure who was also known as Malintzin, La Malinche, Doña Marina, and Malinalxochitl. She was the interpreter who helped Hernan Cortes, the Spanish conquistador communicate with the native people in Mexico. In this retelling, Malinalli is a girl who was kidnapped into slavery at 12 years old. She is blessed with magical powers to help her defend her people’s legacy.
The Winter Goddess
Author: Megan Barnard
Genre: Fantasy
Release Date: March 11, 2025
More info: Based on Irish Mythology
Plot
Calleach is the goddess of winter. When she goes too far to punish mortals for their selfish ways and thousands die in a brutal winter, she is punished by her mother. Danu, the queen of the gods, strips Cailleach of her powers and punishes her to live and die on earth with mortals until she understands what it means to be mortal. Soon, she learns to live and love and learns secrets about what it really means to be a god.
The Bane Witch
Author: Ava Morgan
Genre: Fantasy
Release Date: March 18, 2025
More info: Author of The Witches of Bone Hill
Plot
Piers Corbin comes from a long line of Bane Witches. These are women who ingest deadly plants and use their magic to get rid of evil men. Piers has already escaped a bad marriage by faking her death and gone to live with her Aunt Myrtle. Now, when she finds a serial killer in the area, she has to find a way to get rid of him without causing suspicion with the local sheriff. This pick from the March 2025 book releases is on my list of books to read.
Thrillers and Mysteries for March 2025
Killer Potential
Author: Hannah Deitch
Genre: Thriller
Release Date: March 18, 2025
More info: Debut Novel
Plot
I cannot wait to read this debut novel from the list of March 2024 book releases. Evie Gordon was a scholarship kid at an elite university and had big plans. But instead, she finds herself drowning in debt and working as an SAT tutor for LA’s wealthiest families. When she arrives for her lesson in Beverly Hills, she finds the parents murdered and a woman crying for help in the closet. Soon, they are suspects and wanted for murder.
The two are at the heart of a nationwide manhunt and they must find the real killer. But the press is going crazy over the story and Evie is finally getting the notoriety she always wanted.
Pomona Afton Can So Solve a Murder
Author: Bellamy Rose
Genre: Mystery Rom-Com
Release Date: March 18, 2025
Plot
Pomona Afton has never worked a day in her life and has depended on her trust fund to support her. When her grandmother is murdered, a stipulation in the will is that if she dies an unnatural death, all assets will be frozen. Suddenly Pomona is out her huge apartment and moving in with her former nanny’s son, Gabe. He needs to help her solve the murder or his mom won’t get her retirement!
Saltwater
Author: Katy Hays
Genre: Thriller
Release Date: March 25, 2025
More info: Best Selling Author of The Cloisters
Plot
In 1912 Sarah Lingate was found dead and the death was ruled an accident. Every year, the family returns to Capri, where she died, to look for answers and prove her death was murder. Now, 30 years after the death, they return to the villa and find the necklace Sarah was wearing on the day of the murder waiting for them.
Helen, Sarah’s daughter, and Lorna, the family assistant, decide to leave the family. But Lorna disappears, the investigation reopens and suddenly everyone in the family is a suspect.
Retreat
Author: Krysten Ritter
Genre: Thriller
Release Date: March 25, 2025
More info: Bestselling Author
Plot
Liz Dawson is a con artist whose newest mark is Isabelle Beresford, the wealthy owner of a villa on the Mexican coast. When she offers Liz a job installing art in the villa, Liz jumps at the chance and when she is mistaken for Isabelle, she easily slips into Isabelle’s life. But the more she enters into the community and Isabelle’s life, the more she wonders about the dangers. Where is Isabelle and will this be her last con ever?
Romance: March 2025 Book Releases
The Love We Found
Author: Jill Santapolo
Genre: Romance
Release Date: March 18, 2025
More info: The Light We Lost #2
Plot
This is the long-awaited sequel to the Reese Witherspoon book Club pick and Bestselling book, The Light We Lost. It’s been ten years since Gabe has been gone when Lucy finds a piece of paper in a box of photos. It is an address in Rome. She buys a plane ticket to follow one last journey and discover Gabe’s secret. She is let to Dr. Dax Armstrong, a New Yorker living in Italy. He immediately brings her to a place she has not thought about since Gabe left. Kirsten and I have this book on our must-read books from the March 2025 book releases.
The Love Simulation
Author: Etta Easton
Genre: Romance
Release Date: March 4, 2025
More info: This is perfect for anyone who loves a STEM romance
Plot
When Brianna’s proposal for a library upgrade is rejected in favor of spending money on the football team, she decides to spend her summer with a team of teachers doing a Mars simulation. The last-minute addition of the school principal’s son, Roman, to the team, makes Brianna very skeptical. When sparks begin to fly between the two science teachers, Brianna may have to choose between the school she loves and the man who stole her heart.
Summer in the City
Author: Alex Aster
Genre: Romance
Release Date: March 25, 2025
More info: Adult debut novel from bestselling author
Plot
Elle is a screenwriter trying to write a big-budget movie set in NYC. To do it, she needs to move there for the summer. She ends up next door to Parker Warren, a tech billionaire who was also a hookup from two years ago. After she sees him, it fuels her fire to start writing- finally, and realizes if she wants to finish in time, she will have to see more of him. He needs a fake relationship during his company’s acquisition. This is an enemies-to-lovers/ fake-dating trope romance from one of the best there is. Pre-order now for this gorgeous edition with sprayed edges.
Nonfiction March 2025 Book Releases
Four Red Sweaters: Powerful True Stories of Women and the Holocaust
Author: Lucy Adlington
Genre: Nonfiction
Release Date: March 18, 2025
More info: From the New York Times bestselling author of The Dressmakers of Auschwitz
Plot
This is the story of four Jewish girls during the Holocaust. Jock Heidenstein, Anital LAsker, Chana Zumerkorn, and Regina Feldman never met but each had a red sweater that played a major role in their lives. Adlington is a clothes historian who documented their stories in this book.
Propaganda Girls: The Secret War of the Women in the OSS
Author: Lisa Rogak
Genre: Nonfiction
Release Date: March 4, 2025
Plot
This is the true story of four women whose bravery helped win World War II. Betty Macdonald was a reporter from Hawaii, Zuzka Lauwers grew up in Czechoslovakia. Jane Smith-Hutton was the wife of a naval attaché and Marlene Deitrich was a German American actress and singer. Together, these women as part of the OSS, forged “official” letters, scripted radio broadcasts, and developed rumors for double agents to spread to the enemy. We cannot wait to read this pick from the March 2025 book releases of four WWII heroes.
Best YA March 2025 Book Releases
Sunrise on the Reaping
Author: Suzanne Collins
Release Date: March 18, 2025
Genre: YA Sci-Fi
Age: 12+
More info: Prequel to the Hunger Games
Plot
This prequel to the Hunger Games is Haymitch’s story. It is the 50th annual Hunger Games and in honor of the quarter quell, twice as many tributes will be selected. Haymitch just wants to make it through the day and be with the girl he loves and instead, he is sent to the capital where he is determined to fight and win.
While We’re Young
Author: K.L. Walther
Genre: YA Romance
Release Date: March 4, 2025
More info: from the bestselling author of Summer of Broken Rules!
Plot
I cannot wait to read this pick from the March 2025 book releases set in Philadelphia. This is a perfect pick for anyone who loves Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (and who doesn’t?). Grace, Isa, and Everett used to be inseparable until Everett broke up with Isa in Freshman year. Now, Grace loves Everett and Isa is hanging out with James, Grace’s brother, and Grace decides to take a senior skip day. This is an epic day out that includes all the Philly greats.
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When Tasha Nicastro witnesses her father and sister’s murders, she learns that her family is the most powerful Mafia family in New York and she is set to inherit it all. She vows to track down their killers but needs to enlist the help of Leo Danesi, the youngest son of a rival family. This pick from the March 2025 book releases is a thrilling rivals-to-lovers mystery that will keep you on your toes.
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When Riley slaps a girl for talking badly about her sister who had an abortion, she avoids suspension by agreeing to go to church camp over spring break. Riley left the church when she realized they did not approve of her bisexuality. She vows to spend the week at camp committing seven deadly sins and showing the other campers how to have fun. What could go wrong other than falling for her best friend who also happens to be the pastor’s daughter?
More March 2025 Book Releases
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Expert Tips
Looking through 30 books can be daunting if you are trying to add some books to your TBR. Remember that this list is for fun. You may add books to your TBR stack and never read them. That is OK! I have two tips to help narrow down the choices for you.
- If you do not want to look through 30 descriptions, I selected a top pick from each genre. I narrowed it down for you!
- If you have a favorite genre that you like to read, head over to that section and pick from those books.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is your most anticipated March 2025 book release?
There are so many books that I cannot wait to read this month. There are some fantastic debuts like Killer Potential by Hannah Deitch as well as Alex Aster’s adult debut. There are also some great books by favorite authors like Jill Santopolo and Suzanne Collins as well.
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Epilogue
I hope you love this list of most anticipated March 2025 book releases. If there is a book you want to read and don’t see on this list, please let me know. You can also tell me which books you look forward to reading.
