New Book Releases | Febuary 3rd
Including print, ebook, and audiobook editions
February opens with a focused, high-impact release week, led by a handful of titles with major publisher backing and broad reader appeal. Rather than overwhelming your TBR, this list highlights the most notable February 3 releases.
If you’re planning what to read next, these are the books worth paying attention to.
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⭐ Featured Release
It’s Not Her by Mary Kubica
Genre: Thriller / Mystery
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🎧 Audiobook: Available on release day
A family vacation turns catastrophic in this tense, twist-driven thriller from Mary Kubica.
When Courtney Gray arrives at a secluded lake resort expecting a quiet getaway, she instead finds her brother and sister-in-law brutally murdered, her teenage niece missing, and her young nephew unharmed upstairs. As Courtney searches for answers, she begins to uncover disturbing truths about her family and the town that seems determined to keep its secrets buried.
Kubica excels at claustrophobic settings and unreliable truths, and It’s Not Her leans fully into both, blending domestic suspense with a creeping sense that no one’s story can be trusted.
Romantasy & Epic Fantasy
Cover of Dawn of the North by Demi Winters
Dawn of the North by Demi Winters
Genre: Fantasy / Romance / Viking
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🎧 Audiobook: Islay Jacobs does an incredible job narrating
The third Ashen installment sees Silla, the lost Volsik heir, navigating political alliances while hiding a god’s shard inside her mind.
The lost Volsik heir has finally returned to the people of Íseldur, and even with the warrior who's captured her heart standing by her side, Silla's task is monumental. She must earn the loyalty of the northern jarls to drive Ivar Ironheart from the throne and restore peace in the kingdom.
Meanwhile, held captive on the mysterious Isle of Zagadka, Saga Volsik fights to return to her sister in Íseldur.
As a poisonous mist threatens the realm, the sisters will delve into the unknowns of their magic to battle against evil. Return to the land of ice and fire, where a god awakens, a queen finds her power, and sisters must unite against the darkness threatening their realm.
Romance & Emotional Fiction
Cover of This Book Made me Think of You by Libby Page
This Book Made Me Think of You by Libby Page
Genre: Romance / Grief / Contemporary
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After losing her fiancé, Tilly Nightingale receives a final, unexpected gift: twelve carefully chosen books, one for each month of her first year without him. Each book becomes a quiet companion as she learns how to live, grieve, and love again.
This is a tender, reader-centric novel about how stories help us survive loss. Perfect for anyone who has ever turned to books for comfort.
Great if you are looking for books about grief and healing.
Literary & Historical Fiction
Cover of family dram by Rebecca Fallon
Family Drama by Rebecca Fallon
Genre: Literary Fiction / Dual Timeline
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A soap opera star and her twin children navigate fame, family, and fractured identity across two timelines. Family Drama explores how the versions of ourselves we present to the world differ from who we are at home and what happens when those versions collide.
This is a quieter, character-driven release that will appeal to readers who enjoy introspective literary fiction with depth.
Perfect for fans of character-driven literary fiction.
Contemporary Romance
Get Over It, April Evans by Ashley Herring Blake
Genre: Sapphic Romance
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April Evans takes a summer job at a resort only to discover that her coworker is the woman she believes “stole” her ex-fiancée. The catch? Daphne has no idea who April is or what she’s been blamed for.
This is a sharp, emotionally grounded romance about miscommunication, second chances, and letting go of the stories we tell ourselves.
Perfect for fans of second chance stories.
Smart Romance
Love and Other Brain Experiments
Love and Other Brain Experiments by Hannah Brohm
Genre: Academic Rivals Romance
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Two neuroscientists fake date at a summer academic conference, only to discover that chemistry both scientific and romantic refuses to follow the rules.
Perfect for readers who love rivals-to-lovers with intelligent banter and academic settings.
If you love a smart academic rivals romance this is for you!
Gothic Horror & Historical Fiction
The Glowing Hours By Leila Siddiqui book cover
The Glowing Hours by Leila Siddiqui
Genre: Gothic Horror / Historical Fiction
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Set during the infamous summer Mary Shelley wrote Frankenstein, this reimagining tells the story from the perspective of Mehrunissa, an Indian housemaid who witnesses strange, unsettling events at the villa.
Atmospheric and unsettling, this is a gothic novel that centers the voices history often leaves behind.
Perfect for fans of gothic inspired dark academia reads.
Final Thoughts
February 3 is a tight, high-quality release day, led by a major thriller and supported by emotionally rich fiction across genres. Whether you’re in the mood for suspense, romance, or literary reflection, this week offers strong options without overwhelming your TBR.
If you’re planning to pick up a new book, consider checking availability through your local library or supporting an independent bookstore through Bookshop.org.
Which February release are you most excited for?
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the biggest book releases on February 3, 2026?
Some of the most anticipated February 3 releases include It’s Not Her by Mary Kubica, This Book Made Me Think of You by Libby Page, and Get Over It, April Evans by Ashley Herring Blake, according to Publishers Weekly’s on-sale calendar.
What genres are popular in February 2026 new releases?
Thrillers, contemporary romance, literary fiction, and genre-blending novels (including gothic and speculative fiction) dominate early February releases.
Where can I buy February 2026 new book releases?
These books are available through independent bookstores, Bookshop.org, and many local libraries. Supporting local bookstores helps keep literary communities thriving.
Are February book releases worth reading early in the year?
Yes. February releases often include major publisher titles, award-season contenders, and strong genre fiction that set the tone for the reading year.
