When the air gets cooler and the days get shorter, there’s nothing better than curling up with a new book.

Whether you’re into romance, thrillers, memoirs, or a mix of genres, September has delivered a lineup that’s perfect for fall reading.

From vampire revenge sagas to heartfelt memoirs and dark comedies, this list has something for every mood.

If you’ve been searching for your next page-turner, you’ll want to check out these 15 fresh releases.


1. Heart the Lover by Lily King

Lily King’s latest novel tugs at the heartstrings with a moving story of friendship, love, and regret. The narrator, nicknamed “Jordan” in a Gatsby-inspired twist, becomes tangled in a complicated triangle with two students from her literature class. Years later, she is forced to reflect on the consequences of their bond. Readers can expect witty banter, raw emotion, and a bittersweet journey.

2. All the Way to the River by Elizabeth Gilbert

Elizabeth Gilbert, best known for Eat Pray Love, offers an emotional memoir about her relationship with Rayya Elias, her longtime friend and later partner. The story explores love, grief, and the struggles of addiction, layered with Gilbert’s own battles. Dark yet deeply moving, this book shines a light on complicated love and resilience.

3. If It Makes You Happy by Julie Olivia

Full of cozy nostalgia, this small-town romance follows a newly divorced woman who takes over her mom’s bed-and-breakfast in Vermont. Healing from heartbreak isn’t easy, especially with a handsome, pastry-baking neighbor just steps away. Packed with warmth, sparks, and ‘90s vibes, it’s the perfect comfort read for autumn nights.

4. Little Movements by Lauren Morrow

This lyrical debut tells the story of a Black choreographer navigating a mostly white rural community in Vermont. Alongside professional breakthroughs, she faces betrayal in her marriage and an unexpected pregnancy. It’s a tale about art, identity, and resilience in the face of systemic barriers.


5. The Vanishing Place by Zoe Rankin

Set against the eerie backdrop of New Zealand’s wilderness, this novel follows a woman returning to confront her troubled childhood. When a murder occurs and the only witness resembles her eerily, long-buried family mysteries begin to surface. Part psychological thriller, part emotional drama, it’s a haunting ride.

6. Does This Make Me Look Funny? by Zosia Mamet

Actress Zosia Mamet dives into her life as a self-described “B-minus nepo baby.” With essays ranging from her Hollywood upbringing to her role on Girls, she blends humor with vulnerability. Readers will find stories of career misadventures, eating disorders, and ultimately, self-discovery.

7. Nowhere Girl by Carla Ciccone

Part memoir and part reported deep-dive, this book examines adult ADHD diagnoses in women. Ciccone highlights the gaps in research and tells the stories of women finding answers later in life. It’s both personal and political, a rallying cry for neurodivergent sisterhood.

8. Coffin Moon by Keith Rosson

Blending horror and revenge, this 1975-set thriller follows a newly sober bartender whose wife is murdered by a vampire. Teaming up with his teenage niece, he sets off on a dangerous mission across the Pacific Northwest. Fast-paced and atmospheric, it’s perfect for spooky season.


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9. The Wilderness by Angela Flournoy

Spanning two decades, this novel explores the lives of five Black women in New York and Los Angeles. Themes of friendship, identity, and survival intersect with political and environmental challenges. It’s already longlisted for the National Book Award, cementing its literary impact.

10. We Love You, Bunny by Mona Awad

Fans of Awad’s cult hit Bunny will be thrilled by this darkly surreal prequel-sequel. The novel retells events from the perspective of the Bunnies themselves, weaving in revenge plots and origin stories. Expect another fever dream of obsession, art, and twisted academia.

11. To the Moon and Back by Eliana Ramage

This sweeping tale follows a young Cherokee woman striving to become the first astronaut of her nation. Her ambition strains her relationships with her mother, sister, and girlfriend, forcing her to balance heritage with personal dreams. It’s a powerful story about identity, space, and connection.

12. The Impossible Fortune by Richard Osman

Richard Osman’s beloved senior sleuths are back in their fifth cozy mystery. When a wedding guest disappears under suspicious circumstances, the Thursday Murder Club reunites to crack the case. Witty, warm, and suspenseful, it’s another delightful installment for fans.


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13. Alchemised by SenLinYu

Adapted from the wildly popular fanfiction Manacled, this fantasy epic combines alchemy, necromancy, and resistance. It follows Helena, a prisoner with fragmented memories, as she becomes entwined with a ruthless necromancer. Dark, gripping, and imaginative, it’s already making waves with fans.

14. Tourist Season by Brynne Weaver

Set in Cape Carnage, this enemies-to-lovers dark romance pits Harper Starling, a fiercely protective gardener, against Nolan Rhodes, a tourist with revenge on his mind. Their twisted cat-and-mouse dynamic evolves into unexpected passion. Funny, bloody, and sharp, it’s unlike any rom-com you’ve read.

15. The Lost Story of Eva Fuentes by Chanel Cleeton

Cleeton connects three women across time and continents through a mysterious book. From Havana in 1966 to present-day London, each woman’s journey reveals stories of adventure, loss, and forbidden love. Sweeping and multi-layered, it’s a must-read for historical fiction fans.

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Which of these new releases will you be adding to your fall reading list? Let us know in the comments which book you’ll be diving into first.