New Book Releases | January 27
Including print, ebook, and audiobook editions
January’s final release week delivers a mix of literary fiction, sweeping historicals, dark romantasy, buzzy thrillers, and escapist romance.
Below you’ll find the new books coming out January 27th 2026 that we are excited about. Now sorted by genre to help you find exactly what belongs on your TBR starting with one of our most anticipated reads of 2026!
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⭐ Featured January 27 Release ⭐
The Seven Daughters of Dupree by Nikesha Elise Williams featured book release book cover
The Seven Daughters of Dupree by Nikesha Elise Williams
Genre: Literary Fiction / Multigenerational Family Saga
Seven generations of Dupree women are bound together by secrets, resilience, and an inherited legacy that refuses to stay buried in this sweeping, emotionally powerful novel.
Spanning from 1917 to 1995, The Seven Daughters of Dupree traces a lineage shaped by love, loss, and a mysterious malediction that ensures each generation gives birth only to daughters. As fourteen-year-old Tati searches for answers about her father, she cracks open a family history her mother and grandmother have long protected.
📌 Why you’ll love it:
- sweeping, multi-generational storytelling in the vein of Homegoing
- a powerful exploration of Black women’s resilience and inherited trauma
- emotionally layered literary fiction with unforgettable voices
- Standout narration
I just received a copy and I am so excited to dive in!
Literary Fiction & Great Book Club Picks
A Beast Slinks Towards Beijing by Alice Yang
Genre: Literary Fiction / Magical Realism / Family Saga
A dark, haunting debut that blends folklore and history to explore intergenerational trauma across decades of Chinese history.
📌 Why you’ll love it:
- literary magical realism infused with folklore
- complex father–daughter dynamics
- atmospheric, unsettling family storytelling
🎧 Audiobook narrated by: Alice Evelyn Yang and Carolyn Kang
Vigil by George Saunders
Genre: Literary Fiction / Speculative / Satirical
A surreal, wise, and provocative novel set during the final hours of a powerful oil executive’s life, where reckoning arrives in unexpected forms.
📌 Why you’ll love it:
- experimental storytelling with emotional depth
- sharp social and political commentary
- fans of Lincoln in the Bardo
- Available on audiobook
The Big M edited by Lidia Yuknavitch
Genre: Literary Nonfiction / Essays
An electrifying anthology reclaiming the narrative around menopause through thirteen bold, deeply personal voices.
📌 Why you’ll love it:
- feminist, body-positive storytelling
- raw, funny, and affirming essays
- perfect for reflective, conversation-starting reading
Historical & Historical-Inspired Fiction
A Great Act of Love by Heather Rose
Genre: Historical Fiction
A lush, evocative novel set in 19th-century Australia about legacy, exile, and the cost of long-buried truths.
📌 Why you’ll love it:
- immersive sense of place
- morally complex family dynamics
- slow-burning emotional payoff
Women of a Promiscuous Nature by Donna Everhart
Genre: Historical Fiction / Feminist Fiction
A powerful novel inspired by the real history of the American Plan and the women harmed by it.
📌 Why you’ll love it:
- based on chilling real events
- stories of resistance and survival
- timely and deeply moving
The Scent of Oranges by Kathy George
Genre: Historical Fiction / Retelling
A retelling of Oliver Twist from Nancy’s perspective, exploring survival, love, and redemption in Victorian London.
📌 Why you’ll love it:
- fresh perspective on a classic
- gritty yet compassionate storytelling
- emotionally resonant character study
Fantasy, Romantasy & Speculative Fiction
The Wolf and the Crown of Blood by Elizabeth May
Genre: Dark Romantasy / Fantasy Romance
A sacrificial princess and an immortal assassin ignite a forbidden love that could destroy empires.
📌 Why you’ll love it:
- dark fairytale vibes and gothic romance
- enemies-to-lovers with high stakes
- gods, mortals, and dangerous desire
🎧 Audiobook featuring dual narration by Vicotoria Aston and John Hartley
Passage to Tokyo by Poppy Kuroki
Genre: Historical Fantasy / Time Travel
A woman is pulled from 1995 Tokyo into the weeks before the Great Kanto Earthquake, racing against history to save the people she loves.
📌 Why you’ll love it:
- emotionally rich time travel
- queer historical fantasy
- real-world stakes and heartbreak
To Ride a Rising Storm by Moniquill Blackgoose
Genre: Epic Fantasy
Political tension, dragons, and resistance collide as Anequs returns home to a land on the brink of civil war.
📌 Why you’ll love it:
- Indigenous-inspired fantasy
- high emotional and political stakes
- richly imagined worldbuilding
Romance
The Re-Do List by Denise Williams
Genre: Contemporary Romance / Friends-to-Lovers
A second-chance-at-firsts romance where a woman rebuilds herself with help from her brother’s best friend.
📌 Why you’ll love it:
- brother’s best friend trope
- sweet, sexy, and emotionally affirming
- perfect balance of heat and heart
🎧 Audiobook featuring duel narration by: Teddy Hamilton and January LaVoy!
Chasing the Ring by Lauren Rowe
Genre: Contemporary Romance / Sports Romance
A runaway bride and an NFL quarterback share a week in paradise in this spicy, escapist romance.
📌 Why you’ll love it:
- forced proximity in Hawaii
- high-heat sports romance
- bold, confident heroine
Sunk in Love by Heather McBreen
Genre: Contemporary Romance / Second Chance
A divorcing couple pretends to stay together on a family cruise — and old feelings resurface.
📌 Why you’ll love it:
- fake relationship with real emotions
- marriage-in-crisis trope
- heartfelt second chances
Dove by Paisley Hope
Genre: Motorcycle Club Romance
A former Marine and a woman haunted by secrets collide in this gritty, emotional love story.
📌 Why you’ll love it:
- MC romance with depth
- protective hero energy
- high emotional tension
Thrillers, Suspense & Mystery
Dear Debbie by Freida McFadden
Genre: Psychological Thriller
A beloved advice columnist decides it’s time to follow her own advice with dangerous consequences.
📌 Why you’ll love it:
- morally gray heroine
- domestic suspense with bite
- fast-paced and addictive
Without a Clue by Melissa Ferguson
Genre: Cozy Mystery / Romantic Comedy
A murder on a book cruise turns both deadly... and romantic.
📌 Why you’ll love it:
- bookish setting
- rom-com energy
- cozy mystery vibes
Escape by Stephen Fishbach
Genre: Thriller / Satire
A reality TV survival show spirals out of control in this sharp, propulsive debut.
📌 Why you’ll love it:
- behind-the-scenes drama
- fast-paced tension
- social commentary
Don’t Miss Next Week’s New Releases
Whether you’re planning your next trip to the bookstore, lining up library holds, or saving a few titles for later, this week’s new releases offer plenty to look forward to.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are coming out January 27?
January 27 features major new releases across literary fiction, romance, fantasy, thrillers, and historical fiction including The Seven Daughters of Dupree by Nikesha Elise Williams.
What is the most anticipated January 27 book release?
One of the most anticipated releases is The Seven Daughters of Dupree, a sweeping multigenerational literary novel exploring Black women’s history and resilience.
Are there new romance books releasing January 27?
Yes readers can expect new contemporary romance, sports romance, and second-chance love stories releasing January 27.
Are there fantasy books releasing January 27?
January 27 includes dark romantasy, epic fantasy, and historical fantasy releases with high emotional stakes and rich worldbuilding.
