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September 2024 Book Releases
September 2024 is packed with exciting new book releases, and we’ve rounded up 21 must-reads you won’t want to miss. From heart-pounding thrillers to swoon-worthy romances and everything in between, this month has something for everyone and some of our favorite authors. Whether you’re ready to dive into a brand-new series or finally get your hands on a highly anticipated book, these September 2024 book releases are sure to keep your TBR pile growing. Let’s explore what’s coming out this month!
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Contemporary Romance September 2024 Book Releases
Only in Your Dreams by Madison Wright
If you’re in the mood for a sweet and emotional small-town romance, Only in Your Dreams hits all the right notes. Finley and Grey’s fake relationship brings all the angst and slow-burn vibes, especially with the brother’s best friend trope in the mix.
Only in Your Dreams releases on September 27 and is available to order on Amazon
If you want to hear my recommendation of the first book in this series, you can listen to our June Kindle Unlimited recommendations podcast episode here.
You Belong with Me by Mhairi McFarlane
If you’re into romance with a dash of fame drama, You Belong with Me is your next read. Edie’s love story with a Hollywood heartthrob isn’t all glitz and glam—it’s messy, complicated, and oh-so-real. With the ordinary girl meets famous guy trope, it dives into what happens when the spotlight threatens to burn everything down.
You Belong with Me releases on September 3 and is available to order on Amazon
The Lovers of Rebekah Faubion
If you’re craving a sapphic romance with a second-chance romance, The Lovers is a must-read. Kit and Julia’s reunion at a boho-chic wedding is filled with all the emotional tension you’d expect from the high school crush trope. Tarot readings, lingering feelings, and a dreamy California backdrop.
The Lovers releases on September 24 and is available to order on Amazon.
As we close out Summer, check out our list of anticipated 2024 queer summer book releases.
Fantasy, Romantasy and Sci-Fi September 2024 Book Releases
An Academy for Liars by Alexis Henderson
If dark academia and magical powers are your jam, An Academy for Liars is the perfect escape. Lennon’s journey into a secret world of persuasion magic at Drayton College is intense, with all the vibes of a gifted outsider in a mysterious school. Add in a charismatic yet dangerous adviser and the allure of absolute power, and you’ve got a story that’s both thrilling and unsettling. Ideal for when you want a moody, atmospheric read.
An Academy for Liars releases on September 17 and is available to order on Amazon
A Fire in the Sky by Sophie Jordan
If you’re into epic romantasy with a side of dragons and forbidden magic, A Fire in the Sky is your next binge. Tamsyn’s life at the palace is anything but glamorous, and when she’s forced into a dangerous marriage with a brutal warrior, the stakes skyrocket. Perfect for when you crave high-stakes drama, a kingdom in the edge of chaos and a heroine discovering her true strength.
A Fire in the Sky releases on September 24 and is available to order on Amazon
The Games Gods Play by Abigail Owen
If you’re into mythology and love the thrill of impossible odds, The Games Gods Play will pull you in. Imagine being a cursed mortal, suddenly thrust into a deadly competition by none other than Hades himself. Enemies-to-lovers and a reluctant hero, this story is all about survival, dark attraction, and outsmarting the gods.
The Games Gods Play releases on September 3 and is available to order on Amazon
Historical Romance September 2024 Book Releases
The Trouble with Inventing a Viscount by Lorraine Heath
If you love a historical romance with deception and sizzling chemistry, The Trouble with Inventing a Viscount is for you. Honoria’s scheme to invent a viscount backfires when the charming rogue Oscar steps in to play the part. With a fake engagement and a con artist, this story is a whirlwind of flirtation, lies, and attraction.
The Trouble with Inventing a Viscount releases on September 24 and is available to order on Amazon
The Darkest Waltz by Ashley R. King
A historical romance but make it gothic! The Darkest Waltz is a gothic mystery marriage of convenience that will captivate you. Evangeline’s life as a bootlegging queen takes a chilling turn when she strikes a deal with the mysterious Weston, leading her to a haunted island filled with secrets.
The Darkest Waltz releases on September 22 and is available to order on Amazon
The Highlander’s Return by Lynsay Sands
If you’re craving a historical romance with a fierce Highlander and a strong-willed heroine, The Highlander’s Return is your next pick. Graeme’s return home sparks unexpected chemistry with Annella, his late brother’s widow, leading to a fiery clash of wills.
The Highlander’s Return releases on September 24 and is available to order on Amazon
Horror, Thrillers and Romantic Thriller September 2024 Book Releases
Passions in Death by J.D. Robb
Eve Dallas is back with Passions in Death and if you’ve been reading the In Death series, this is a must-read. Eve is investigating a brutal murder at what should’ve been a night of celebration. This story delivers high stakes and emotional depth as Eve battles her own demons while hunting down a killer.
Passions in Death releases on September 3 and is available to order on Amazon
The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year by Ally Carter
If you’re in the mood for a holiday rom-com mystery, The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year is your perfect pick. Maggie and Ethan, rivals in the literary world, are thrown together in a snowbound mansion where the most famous mystery writer has vanished. Rivals-to-lovers and a locked-room mystery, this story is a fun, flirty, and suspenseful ride.
The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year releases on September 24 and is available to order on Amazon
Dime a Dozen by Jasmine Webb
If cozy mysteries are your thing, Dime a Dozen is a fun pick. Mack stumbles upon a murder at an art festival, and solving the case could finally give her the reputation she craves. Full of small town secrets, an amateur sleuth and a dash of danger.
Dime a Dozen releases on September 24 and is available to order on Amazon
Tune in to our Extra Bite podcast (a community exclusive) where we chat about our most anticipated September 2024 book releases.
Paranormal Romance September 2024 Book Releases
Hot Hex Boyfriend by Carly Bloom
If you’re up for an accidental witch and a grumpy/sunshine trope, Hot Hex Boyfriend is your perfect brew. Delia just found out she’s a witch—after accidentally breaking a hex and restoring her family’s powers. Cue the hilarity as she tries to figure out her magic, all while dealing with Max, the handsome neighbor who’s either her biggest help or her worst hex.
Hot Hex Boyfriend releases on September 3 and is available to order on Amazon
My Vampire Plus One by Jenna Levine
My Vampire Plus One is a light-hearted paranormal rom-com. Amelia’s solution to her family’s constant questioning—fake dating a vampire—leads to hilarious and unexpected turns. A fang-tastic mix of humor, awkward situations, and romance.
My Vampire Plus One Plus releases on September 17 and is available to order on Amazon
House of Fire and Magic by Sherrilyn Kenyon
If you’re craving a fantasy romance packed with high stakes and magical creatures, House of Fire and Magic is the perfect escape. In a world where Unicorns and Dragons are bitter enemies, Tanis and Dash find themselves unlikely allies on a dangerous mission.
House of Fire and Magic releases on September 24 and is available to order on Amazon
Urban Fantasy September 2024 Book Releases
Secondhand Skin by Hailey Turner
Wade, a dragon with no interest in relationships, finds himself irresistibly drawn to Riordan, a selkie fighting to protect his clan. Fated mates and supernatural intrigue in this story of obsession and the danger of breaking fae bargains.
Secondhand Skin releases on September 4 and is available to order on Amazon
Fangs So Bright and Deadly by Piper J. Drake
If you’re into urban fantasy with a dash of romance and a lot of magical intrigue, Fangs So Bright and Deadly is a must-read. Marie, a witch balancing corporate life and magical duties, finds herself caught between a pair-bonded kitsune and gumiho with a lot more than business on their minds.
Fangs So Bright and Deadly releases on September 24 and is available to order on Amazon
Blood and Magic by Lauren Dane
If you love a fierce heroine with a dash of dark magic and a strong family bond, Blood and Magic is your next read. Rowan Summerwaite, empowered by the Goddess Brigid, faces new threats that challenge everything she’s built with her vampire husband, Clive. Perfect for fans of supernatural politics, power struggles and a heroine who kicks ass and takes names.
Blood and Magic releases on September 24 and is available to order on Amazon
Women’s Fiction September 2024 Book Releases
A Good Indian Girl by Mansi Shah
If you’re looking for a heartfelt journey of self-discovery with a side of delicious food and culture, A Good Indian Girl sounds like the perfect pick. Jyoti’s summer in Tuscany, after a life-shattering divorce, becomes a quest to reclaim her identity and passion for cooking.
A Good Indian Girl releases on September 3 and is available to order on Amazon
Nightmare of a Trip by Maureen Kilmer
A spooky family road trip gone wrong, Nightmare of a Trip is a mix of horror and humor on the road to hell and back. Leigh Somerset’s quest for quality family time takes a dark turn when they stumble upon a haunted farmhouse, setting off a series of eerie events.
Nightmare of a Trip releases on September 10 and is available to order on Amazon
Adam & Evie’s Matchmaking Tour by Nora Nguyen
If you’re up for a whirlwind romance set against the vibrant backdrop of Việt Nam, Adam & Evie’s Matchmaking Tour is a delightful escape. Evie and Adam, both reluctant participants on a matchmaking tour, couldn’t be more different—she’s chaotic and free-spirited, he’s grumpy and by-the-book.
Adam & Evie’s Matchmaking Tour releases on September 24 and is available to order on Amazon
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I am looking forward to The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year from your list, but wow, there are many I wasn’t aware of.
Right? There are so many books that look so good coming out between now and the end of the year! Lots of great reading ahead for all of us.