My most anticipated book releases for February 2022

Looking for a good book to curl up with on cold winter nights? Here are some new releases I’m looking forward to next month.

Release Date: February 1

One of the first books I’ve seen set in the pandemic. This looks like a good balance of introspection without being too depressing.

Release Date: February 1

I’m always looking for a good middle grade read for myself and my students. This story looks fascinating.

The Soulmate Equation — Soulmate Equation

Release Date: February 8

Christina Lauren is another new-to-me author that I read for the first time in January (authors actually- the pen name belongs to Christina Hobbs and Lauren Billings). This looks like another fun contemporary romance.

With Love from London — With Love From London

Release Date: February 8

Sarah Jio is already one of my favorite authors. Throw in a character who inherits a bookshop with an eccentric staff, and I can’t resist.

The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post by Allison Pataki — The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post

Release Date: February 15

Allison Pataki’s book, The Queen’s Fortune, will be featured in an upcoming post about my favorite read of January. I really enjoyed her writing style and that she focuses on lesser-known women of history. This book tells the story of Majorie Post, heiress of the Post Cereal family.

February 1, 2022

Books to Watch for- January 2022

It’s a new year, and many people are setting reading goals. Here are a few books I’m looking forward to that you might want to add to your list.

Serendipity

Edited by: Marissa Meyer

This one is a collection of short stories which are twists on common tropes seen in romance stories. I love the concept and Marissa Meyer is one of my favorite authors.

The Last House on the Street

Author: Diane Chamberlain

Release Date: January 11

Diane Chamberlain is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors. She does a wonderful job of blending historical fiction and mystery.

Northwind

Author: Gary Paulsen

Release Date: January 11

Gary Paulsen’s last book ever, need I say more?

Reminders of Him

Author: Colleen Hoover

Release Date: January 18

Colleen is a pro at writing contemporary romances that have grit to them. Can’t wait to read this one.

Violetta

Author: Isabel Allende

Release Date: January 25

I don’t read a lot of magical realism, even though I always enjoy it. I want to try to read more of it and you can’t go wrong with Allende.

The Overnight Guest

Author: Heather Gudenkauf

Release Date: January 25

I haven’t read anything from Gudenkauf in a long time. This sounds like the perfect winter thriller.

January 3, 2022

Books to Watch for- December 2021

I love this time of year when all of the best books of the year lists are posted. There’s still a month left in 2021 though. These are the books I’m looking forward to for the end of the year.

The Darkest Destiny (Lords of the Underworld, #15.5) — The Darkest Destiny

Author: Gena Showalter

Release Date: December 7

The Lord of the Underworld books are my steamy romance guilty pleasure.

Author: Susan Higginbotham

Release Date: December 7

I’ve enjoyed Higginbotham’s books set in Tudor England and am excited to see her take on a famous American abolitionist. I love how she looks at historical events from so many different perspectives.

Author: Julie Klassen

Release Date: December 7

On the other end of the spectrum from The Lord of the Underworld series, I also enjoy a good clean Christian romance. This one has a mystery to solve as well.

This looks like a fun feel-good story about long time friends who play matchmaker for their deceased friend’s niece.

The Cursed Carnival and Other Calamities: New Stories about Mythic Heroes — Cursed Carnival and other Calamities

Editor: Rick Riordan

Release Date: December 8

I tell myself that I’m reading middle grade books so I can make better recommendations for my students. But, really they’re just fun reads, especially if Rick Riordan is involved.

Author: Charlie Donlea

Release Date: December 28

I typically read more cozy mysteries, but I’ve been gravitating towards more thrillers lately. I’ve never read anything by this author, but 9/11 connection piqued my interest.

Author: Sadequ Johnson

Release Date: December 28

Another new to me author. I realize this isn’t technically a new release because other formats were out earlier this year. But, I just discovered it when I was looking at the goodreads choice nominees for historical fiction.

December 1, 2021

Books to Watch for : November 2021

As the holiday season approaches, there are some great reads coming that will make great gifts for the readers in your life.

Shopping for a Turkey — Shopping for Turkey by Julia Kent

I’m excited to see a new Thanksgiving book and if Julia Kent’s other books are any indication, this is sure to be full of laughs.

Release Date: November 2

I love twists on fairy tales and some of my favorites are by Marissa Meyer. I can’t wait to read her twist on Rumpelstiltskin.

Release Date: November 2

On Cats: An Anthology — On Cats by Margaret Atwood

Margaret Atwood is one of the greatest living authors today. This collection would be a great gift for the cat lover in your life.

Release Date: November 2

Right Here Waiting (Deep Haven Collection, #6) — Right Here Waiting by Susan May Warren

The latest installment from the Deep Haven Christian Romance series is an Iditarod themed twist on You’ve Got Mail

Release Date: November 9

Beneath Pearly Irish Skies (Unexpected Prince Charming, #2) — Beneath Pearly Irish Skies by Ava Miles

Book two in the Unexpected Prince Charming series. Looks like a sweet romance, with hero that is the proprietor of a pony therapy farm.

Release Date: November 15

The Christmas Bookshop — The Christmas bookshop by Jenny Colgan

Jenny Colgan’s books are the ultimate comfort read. This book is filled with my favorite things: Scotland, baking and Christmas

Release date: November 16

If you love Hallmark Christmas Movies, you’ll love Debbie Macomber’s Christmas books.

Release Date: November 16

The Last Daughter of York by Nicola Cornick

I’ve never read this author before, but this dual timeline book about the princes in the tower looks fascinating.

Release Date: November 16

Go Tell the Bees That I Am Gone (Outlander, #9) — Go Tell the Bees That I Am Gone by Diana Gabaldon

At long last the newest installment of Outlander. I’m a little leery because I felt like the last book had the perfect ending. But, in the end, I can never resist Jamie Fraser.

Release Date: November 23

October 31, 2021