Exciting New Book Releases This Week

When the most ancient of laws is broken, Yannia Wilde knows that the killer can only be one of her kind . . . The oldest and gravest of the Wild Folk laws dictates that human flesh must not be consumed. But when half-eaten bodies start turning up between Old London and the North, Yannia Wilde knows the killer can only be one of her kind. When Yannia’s betrothed, Dearon, insists on joining forces with her and her companion, Karrion, things get even more complicated. While Yannia tries to track down the killer, another case in Old London draws her attention. A council member has gone missing, and his girlfriend is found murdered in his flat. Is the council member really a master of deception who’s capable of murder, or has someone framed him? Caught in the web of Old London’s political intrigue, and with a predator on the loose, Yannia must set aside everything that makes her human . . .

She’s a witch bound by duty. He’s an assassin sworn to destroy her kind. Together, they’ll defy a kingdom—and risk everything. Lily finally has her chance to prove herself when the witch Matriarch assigns her a secret mission to save Faerie’s magic. But her partner in this dangerous task is Rune, the fae assassin responsible for slaughtering her coven. Worse, an undeniable attraction sparks between them, even as betrayal looms over every step they take. Tasked with stealing from the Summer Court Lord and planting the seeds of rebellion, Lily and Rune become outlaws before their mission even begins. As trust grows, so does the weight of forbidden desire. Together, they must fight beasts, evade treachery, and battle prophecy itself. But when the dust settles, will love survive a mission that demands their loyalty—or their lives?

The Crawler: a name whispered in fear. . . In the crime-ridden back alleys of Krondor a rival gang has sprung up to threaten the Upright Man’s Mockers. Does the Crawler control the rival gang? Where does his power come from? And does it threaten the peace of the Kingdom? James, personal squire to Prince Arutha of Krondor, but in the underworld known as the thief and trickster Jimmy the Hand, must travel to Kesh in disguise. There, working with William, lieutenant of the prince’s household guard and son of the magician Pug, and Jazhara, niece to the Keshian lord Hazara-Khan, he must attempt to unmask the mysterious Crawler and rid Krondor of his influence.

Where is everyone? Twenty-five years ago, a message from deep space fractured Humanity. The transmission? Only one word: “Hello.” Half of Humanity wanted to explore it, while the other half wanted to hide. Despite the division, a megaship, called the Traveler, followed the signal through space. Its disappearance only solidified the divide and led to the bloodiest civil war across Humanity, the Sapien War. Ten years later, Humanity met aliens, but not the ones who sent the signal. Today, Kasey Mako, one of the Traveler’s sons, investigates mysterious phenomena plaguing the galaxy. A virus and missing colony are just the tip of the iceberg for Kasey and the Galactic Union. As Kasey’s team of aliens and humans delve into the mystery, they discover these events aren’t random; they’re connected. They discover a more sinister plot that threatens not only the Union, but the entire galaxy.

Willow’s worst nightmare was being canceled. But the shadows in the woods of Camp Castaway might destroy more than her reputation. After sitcom star Willow tweets herself into infamy and stumbles blind-drunk into a swimming pool, her agent ships her off to Camp Castaway. Nestled deep in upstate New York, Castaway is a summer camp for adults who are desperate to leave their mistakes behind. No real names, no phones . . . no way to call for help. Willow’s fellow campers seem okay. Her own favorite actress is even here, making a s’more. And did that jaded writer, Dani, just wink at her? But the peaceful vibe is shattered when one of the campers vanishes and Willow finds a mutilated doll in her room with a threatening message rolled up inside its mouth. Terror grips the group, campers begin to lose their heads—literally—and disturbing past deeds come to light. Is Willow about to get cancelled all over again, this time for good?

Shiloh and Cary were inseparable as teens—dreamers with big plans to leave north Omaha behind. They swore their friendship would never change. But fourteen years, two kids, a divorce, and countless unspoken words later, Shiloh’s life is far from what she imagined. When she returns home and hears Cary will be at a wedding, old memories—and feelings—resurface. Cary, now a Navy veteran, hasn’t forgotten her either. Their shared history of love they didn’t recognize and a friendship they couldn’t save begs the question: Can they start over? Heartfelt and bittersweet, Slow Dance is the story of two lost souls searching for a way back to the only person who truly understands them. Could this be their second chance?

Nothing ever happens in sleepy little Fairhill, Vermont. But this morning that will change. And one innocent question could be deadly. What have you done? The teenagers get their kicks telling ghost stories in the old graveyard. The parents trust their kids will arrive home safe from school. Everyone knows everyone. Curtains rarely twitch. Front doors are left unlocked. But Diana Brewer isn’t lying safely in her bed where she belongs. Instead she lies in a hayfield, circled by vultures, discovered by a local farmer. How quickly a girl becomes a ghost. How quickly a town of friendly, familiar faces becomes a town of suspects, a place of fear and paranoia. Someone in Fairhill did this. Everyone wants answers.

In a world spiraling into anarchy, a man known only as Rogue embarks on a relentless quest to uncover the truth—about his past, his actions, and the forces that shaped him. Haunted by questions and surrounded by shadows, he must navigate the murky intentions of allies like LA detective Dave Martial and the enigmatic Dr. Elizabeth Grant. Driven by a need for justice, Rogue targets the predators who exploit the weak, wielding his own brand of vengeance against the drug lords and human traffickers who destroy lives. But with every answer, more questions arise, and trust becomes a dangerous gamble. As friend and foe blur together, one question looms: will Rogue’s crusade deliver salvation—or push him further into darkness?

Marriage was supposed to be a union, but for Poesy Laroche, it’s an auction—and she’s the prize. Promised to a cruel man intent on breaking her, she faces a bleak future until desperation drives her into the forest, where whispered legends of Lady Venom and her snake-filled manor turn fear into survival. Inside the eerie estate, Poesy finds herself ensnared. The walls seem alive, ghosts murmur secrets, and the enigmatic Lady Venom wields power as deadly as her serpents. Yet, beneath the danger lies an intoxicating allure that awakens something in Poesy she never knew existed. As mysteries unravel and passions ignite, will Poesy escape her fate—or has she traded one peril for another, more seductive trap?

Seven golden tickets. One island. A competition unlike any other. This year’s Grandest Game—designed by billionaire Avery Grambs and the enigmatic Hawthorne brothers—offers seven contestants the chance to win untold wealth and fame. But with millions on the line, the stakes are deadly, and no one is playing fair. Some players are chasing fortune, others power, and some hide motives too dark to reveal. As secrets unravel and alliances fracture, the challenges grow ever more brutal. Grayson Hawthorne, entrusted with a pivotal role in the game, must navigate treacherous waters as tension builds. In this high-stakes competition of cunning and betrayal, one question looms: how far will they go to claim victory—and what will it cost them?