New Book Releases – February 2026 Edition

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Welcome to February’s new book releases round-up, friend! Let’s take a look at some books from this month that caught our attention.

As always, Ariel and I have organized the books by genre as well as mentioned some keywords – themes, places, moods – that we glimpsed from each synopsis. Do let us know if any books catch your eye! We have identified the ones we are particularly looking forward to reading.


Fantasy and Science Fiction

The Universe Box by Michael Swanwick

The Universe Box by Michael Swanwick
February 3, 2026 • Tachyon Publications
Read if you enjoy: Science Fiction, Short Stories, and Magic.
I am excited for this! Stay tuned for the interview with the author. – Kriti

Books & Bewitchment by Isla Jewell

Books & Bewitchment by Isla Jewell
February 3, 2026 • Del Rey
Read if you enjoy: Romance, Fantasy, and Witchy.

Nightshade and Oak by Molly O

Nightshade and Oak by Molly O’Neill
February 3, 2026 • Orbit
Read if you enjoy: Fantasy, LGBTQIA+, and Romance.
Ariel’s looking forward to reading this!

The Obake Code by Makana Yamamoto

The Obake Code by Makana Yamamoto
February 10, 2026 • Harper Voyager
Read if you enjoy: Science Fiction, Heist, and LGBTQIA+.


Historical Fiction

Family Drama by Rebecca Fallon

Family Drama by Rebecca Fallon
February 3, 2026 • Simon & Schuster
Read if you enjoy: Drama, Family, and 90s.

Keeper of Lost Children by Sadeqa Johnson

Keeper of Lost Children by Sadeqa Johnson
February 10, 2026 • 37 Ink
Read if you enjoy: Germany, WWII, and Racism.

Nothing Grows by Moonlight by Torborg Nedreaas

Nothing Grows by Moonlight by Torborg Nedreaas
February 17, 2026 • Modern Library
Read if you enjoy: Republished Classic, feminism, and emotional.
I am looking forward to this one. – Kriti

Liberty Street by Heather Marshall

Liberty Street by Heather Marshall
February 24, 2026 • Doubleday
Read if you enjoy: Mystery, Mental health, and 1960s.
Looking forward to sharing my thoughts on this one. – Kriti

Fireflies in Winter by Eleanor Shearer

Fireflies in Winter by Eleanor Shearer
February 10, 2026 • Berkley
Read if you enjoy: Survival, Canada, and 1790s.


Contemporary Fiction

Antique by Seth Panitch

Antique by Seth Panitch
February 3, 2026 • Grand Central Publishing
Read if you enjoy: Fiction, conteporary, and antiques.
Love this concept! – Kriti


Mystery/Thrillers

Stolen in Death by J.D. Robb

Stolen in Death by J.D. Robb
February 3, 2026 • St. Martin’s Press
Read if you enjoy: Romance, Suspense, and Treasure.


Children’s

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I’m So Happy You’re Here: A Celebration of Library Joy by Mychal Threets, Lorraine Nam (Illustrator)
February 3, 2026 • Random House Books for Young Readers
Read if you enjoy: Picture books, library, and books about books.

Sarabeth

Sarabeth’s Garage by Melanie Florence , Nadia Alam (Illustrator)
February 10, 2026 • Tundra Books
Read if you enjoy: Picture book, conflict, and cars.

Both these books on my TBR. – Kriti


Non-Fiction

When Good Moms Feel Bad: An Empowering Guide for Transforming Guilt, Anxiety, and Anger into Compassion, Confidence, and Connectedness by Jessica Tomich Sorci,  Rebecca Geshuri

When Good Moms Feel Bad: An Empowering Guide for Transforming Guilt, Anxiety, and Anger into Compassion, Confidence, and Connectedness by Jessica Tomich Sorci, Rebecca Geshuri
February 3, 2026 • Balance
Read if you enjoy: Emotions, Motherhood, and Reflections.
I am excited to read this book! – Kriti

Good Daughtering: The Work You’ve Always Done, the Credit You’ve Never Gotten, and How to Finally Feel Like Enough by Allison M. Alford

Good Daughtering: The Work You’ve Always Done, the Credit You’ve Never Gotten, and How to Finally Feel Like Enough by Allison M. Alford
February 17, 2026 • Dey Street Books
Read if you enjoy: Daughters, Relationships, and Identity.
Loved this book! Stay tuned for the review! – Kriti


We hope you enjoyed the new book releases by genre!

Is there one or a few from above that caught your attention? Let me know if you decide to pick up any of these. 🙂

If I missed any of your anticipated new book releases from this month, comment below.

Last month’s new book releases were posted here.

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