Can you believe it’s already November? The year seems to have flown by so fast. On the upside, November is the perfect time to escape with a book as you unpack those fluffy blankets, stock up on the hot chocolate, and make that all-important decision between apple crumble or pumpkin pie.

Trust us, your brain needs a break as you mentally prepare for all the holiday festivities that are just around the corner. This November brings a mix of fantasy, romance, mystery, and mythology, from cursed families and star-crossed lovers to futuristic thrillers and bookshops filled with dangerous magic, and there is definitely something for everyone in the pile of new releases. Yes, our TBR list is continually growing! Remember, these are books we are excited for but won’t be appearing in our monthly book boxes.

 

Fallen City by Adrienne Young

Release Date: November 4th, 2025

In the walled city of Isara, rebellion brews beneath the surface, and love just might light the spark. When a young legionnaire and a Magistrate’s daughter find their fates intertwined, their romance becomes the catalyst for a holy war that could destroy everything they know. Get ready for a sweeping, emotionally charged fantasy brimming with politics, passion, and divine intrigue.

Next Time Will Be Our Turn by Jesse Q. Sutanto

Release Date: November 11th, 2025

Jesse Q. Sutanto’s newest novel is a touching, multigenerational love story that travels across decades, countries, and cultures. When Izzy’s glamorous grandmother shocks the family by bringing her girlfriend to a Chinese New Year dinner, it sparks a journey through Magnolia Chen’s past. One that is filled with forbidden love, resilience, and the courage to be true to oneself.

The House Saphir by Marissa Meyer

Release Date: November 4th, 2025

We can’t wait for this one! Witchy scams, ghostly hauntings, and a potential murderer with a killer smile! Marissa Meyer’s latest novel follows Mallory Fontaine, a “witch” who fakes spells for a living, until she’s hired to rid an old mansion of its lingering ghost. But when new murders mirror the infamous Saphir killings of the past, Mallory must untangle a web of lies, superstition, and very real danger. Its gothic charm meets slow-burn mystery, with a dash of romance and plenty of eerie atmosphere.

The Merge by Grace Walker

Release Date: November 11th, 2025

Grace Walker’s debut novel is a haunting, thought-provoking exploration of memory, love, and what it means to be human. In a world where the Earth’s resources are depleted, a revolutionary new procedure allows two people’s consciousnesses to merge into one body. 

When a daughter, desperate to save her mother from Alzheimer’s, volunteers for the experiment, it sets off a chain of life-altering consequences. Emotional, tense, and deeply human, The Merge is equal parts science fiction and family drama, and it will leave you questioning what defines identity.

Coldwire by Chloe Gong

Release Date: November 4th, 2025

Bestselling author Chloe Gong dives into a high-tech dystopia where the line between reality and virtual existence is dangerously thin. In a world ruled by corporations and digital power, an ousted soldier teams up with the very person who framed her for treason to clear her name. Coldwire kicks off a thrilling new trilogy packed with tension, betrayal, and Gong’s signature edge. It’s the perfect pick for those of you who love your sci-fi with heart and rebellion.

I, Medusa by Ayana Gray

Release Date: November 18th, 2025

Ayana Gray gives the legendary monster her voice and her vengeance. I, Medusa reimagines the myth of Medusa not as a cautionary tale but as an empowering origin story of a girl wronged by gods and reborn as a symbol of defiance. 

When Meddy, a young acolyte of Athena, is betrayed and cursed, she must decide whether to remain a victim or rise as something far greater. Rich with mythology, emotion, and rage, this is the feminist retelling Greek myth fans have been waiting for.

 

The Same Backward as Forward by Jennifer Lynn Barnes

Release Date: November 4th, 2025

A love story told twice! Once through her eyes, then through his. Jennifer Lynn Barnes, author of The Inheritance Games, gives us an emotional, enemies-to-lovers story that’s as unique as it is tragic. 

When Hannah, the daughter of a criminal family, saves Toby, the heir she believes responsible for her sister’s death, hatred turns to heartbreak in a twisty narrative you can literally read forwards or backwards.

Break Wide the Sea by Sara Holland

Release Date: November 11th, 2025

Sara Holland returns with this wonderful sea-soaked fantasy about curses, love, and impossible choices. Annie Fairfax is heir to a whaling empire cursed by the finfolk with magical sea creatures bent on revenge. When heartbreak threatens to transform her into one of them, she strikes a dangerous bargain with a half-finfolk captain to save herself and her family’s legacy. With betrayals, forbidden love, and oceanic lore, Break Wide the Sea is the perfect combo of romance and adventure.

The Bookshop Below by Georgia Summers

Release Date: November 18th, 2025

Imagine a bookshop where stories have power and some can even kill. In this enchanting fantasy, a disgraced bookseller must restore a magical shop to its former glory while navigating a world of deadly collectors and dark secrets. 

As Cassandra Fairfax dives deeper into this underworld, she discovers that some bargains come at a terrible cost. Filled with ink magic, rivalries, and dangerous charm, The Bookshop Below is pure catnip for anyone who loves books about books.

The Strength of the Few by James Islington

Release Date: November 11th, 2025

Epic fantasy fans, rejoice, James Islington is back! In this sequel to The Will of the Many, Vis Telimus faces an unimaginable challenge: he’s been replicated across three worlds, each version living a different life with the same goal—to stop the coming Cataclysm. Packed with political intrigue, parallel universes, and staggering world-building, The Strength of the Few promises to be one of this year’s most talked-about fantasy releases.

Cursed Daughters by Oyinkan Braithwaite

Release Date: November 4th, 2025

Family curses and forbidden love take center stage in Oyinkan Braithwaite’s haunting new novel. When Eniiyi falls for the boy she saves from drowning, she must confront her family’s dark legacy, a curse that dooms love to heartbreak and homes to ruin. Beautifully written and rich with folklore, Cursed Daughters is a story about destiny, defiance, and the courage to break free from generations of pain.

I'll Find You Where the Timeline Ends by Kylie Lee Baker

Release Date: November 18th, 2025

Time travel, dragon gods, and forbidden romance…what more could we ask for? In I’ll Find You Where the Timeline Ends, Mina, a descendant of a Japanese dragon god, discovers that her sister has been erased from existence. To set things right, she teams up with Yejun, a rogue agent whose charm is almost as dangerous as their mission. As they leap across time and emotion, Mina must choose between saving her family and protecting her heart. Kylie Lee Baker’s lush writing and world-building make this one an unforgettable ride.

Final Thoughts

From mythological retellings to futuristic thrillers, this month’s lineup proves that November is anything but dull. Whether you’re a lover of sweeping romance, intricate fantasy, or stories that make you question reality itself, these books are ready to keep you company on those chilly evenings. 

So grab your favorite blanket, light a candle, and get lost in a new story because the only thing better than fall weather is a stack of November new releases waiting to be devoured.