2026 is looking like a fantastic year for readers, with some seriously exciting releases across genres. Whether you love romance, fantasy, or contemporary fiction, these upcoming titles deserve a spot on your TBR list.
A Prince Among Pirates by Katie Abdou
Pirates, romance, and high seas drama are a combination that rarely misses.
A Prince Among Pirates promises swashbuckling adventure, emotional tension, and character-driven storytelling. While details are still limited, early buzz points to a story full of danger, chemistry, and dramatic stakes.
Missing pirate romance or loved the energy of stories like The Princess Bride or Black Sails, this is one to keep firmly on your radar.
Vile Lady Villains by Danai Christopoulou
Not every story needs a hero. Vile Lady Villains brings together two of literature’s most infamous women and lets them fully embrace their villainy.
Following Lady Macbeth and Klytemnestra as they flee judgment, this story leans into sharp ambition, ruthless choices, and a partnership forged in blood and survival.
Half His Age by Jennette McCurdy
Jennette McCurdy steps into fiction with a novel that is already generating a lot of anticipation.
Known for her brutally honest and darkly funny memoir I’m Glad My Mom Died, McCurdy brings that same unfiltered voice to a story exploring relationships and power dynamics. Expect something raw, uncomfortable, and deeply human.
If her previous work is any indication, this book will not shy away from difficult conversations.
Graceless Heart by Isabel Ibañez
Isabel Ibañez has built a reputation for rich world building, emotional depth, and sweeping romance, and Graceless Heart appears to continue that tradition. Early descriptions hint at a story focused on resilience, identity, and love tested by impossible circumstances. Fans of fantasy romance can likely expect lush prose, high stakes, and plenty of emotional payoff.
Mark Your Calendars
These titles are only a small glimpse of what 2026 has in store, but they are already creating real excitement among readers. From pirate adventures to unapologetic villains to emotionally complex contemporary fiction, this year’s releases are offering fresh spins on familiar genres.
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