Looking for some new business and finance books for your library? There are so many new releases this week that you’re bound to find a new favorite. You can pick up new books from Peter D. Schwartz, Mike Michalowicz, Sherry Whitaker Budziak & Kevin G. Ordonez. Enjoy your new business and finance books. Happy reading!
Release Date: November 1, 2025
Have you ever wondered why two players can study the same openings and practice for the same hours, yet one always seems to hold their nerve when the game gets tough? It isn’t luck or talent alone. It’s something deeper, the battle happening inside the mind, where emotion, focus, and strength decide every outcome.
Release Date: November 14, 2025
When the auction for a magical artifact goes awry, killing the thief who tried to steal it, young barmaid Telyn Brower winds up with a fragment of a forbidden mask. Highly illegal. Highly dangerous. And highly addictive. As Telyn begins to use her power, she unleashes unforeseen consequences. "An ambitious, character-driven fantasy," IndieReader.
Release Date: January 10, 2026
According to the internet, I’m dating Tino Valentine. According to reality? I’ve rejected him approximately a hundred times. When a photo of us goes viral, and suddenly everyone at school thinks we’re a couple, I do the only reasonable thing: panic. Tino, on the other hand, sees an opportunity. His plan? Fake date until everyone gets bored.
Release Date: January 6, 2026
When Beth March is found dead in the woods on New Year’s Day, her sisters vow to uncover her murderer. Suspects abound. There’s the neighbor who has feelings for not one but two of the girls. Meg’s manipulative best friend. Amy’s flirtatious mentor. And Beth’s lionhearted first love.
Release Date: January 14, 2026
On the cusp of completing his poisonous masterpiece, Lianthorn makes a choice that will change everything. He flees the gilded cage of their family manor and seeks refuge in a quiet town on the outskirts of civilization, where the name Belladonna means nothing.
Release Date: January 27, 2026
In the south, Adric and his friends are on the move. With a small army of Gifted, they can finally rescue their friends in the north. However, with Kazamir as their leader, there is a possibility that their plan could come crashing down. Kazamir thinks himself unstoppable, and there’s no telling whether he will serve his own interests or if he will continue to help them. With two new Gifts, he’s beginning to show his true colors.
These books trace the long road behind public lives and private transformations. Each story unpacks the choices, risks, and sacrifices that shaped the person you see today. A compelling read for fans of reflective nonfiction.
Release Date: January 13, 2026
In this haunting memoir, an unnamed narrator steps out of the shadows to confront the truth they were never meant to speak. What begins as a quiet recollection unravels into a stark exploration of betrayal, isolation, and the long echo of a childhood shaped by fear.
Release Date: January 5, 2026
Calamity Jane was an icon of the Wild West, and she lived her life just as free and wild as the Wild West stage shows she later performed in. Part of this wildness was not by choice but born of necessity. Her parents both passed away when she was a young girl, forcing her to find a way to make it on her own.
Release Date: January 20, 2026
Sunwoo chose independence—savoring solitude, quiet mornings, and the unmitigated freedom of living alone. But in their forties, something shifted, and they were met with a new, unexpected loneliness.
Release Date: January 13, 2026
Mountains to Cross is a narrative of the author’s pursuit of purpose through his transformative social contribution. George chronicles his path to helping thousands of families escape intergenerational poverty and societal inequality. More than a personal memoir, this book motivates those who want to address systemic poverty and inequality but are unsure where or how to start.
Release Date: January 27, 2026
Beatrice Dixon, cofounder and CEO of The Honey Pot Company, shares the powerful story of how trusting her dreams—and her inner voice—led her to build a groundbreaking wellness brand and transform her life. The Honey Pot Company was born from a literal dream, in which Dixon’s late grandmother shared a recipe for an herbal remedy. When Dixon woke up, she went to her kitchen and formulated what would become the brand’s first product.
Release Date: January 13, 2026
Tonia Bales married a handsome young man named John Meehan, who offered her a bright future. They had a happy marriage for nearly ten years, weathering the typical challenges couples experience. Then, Tonia sensed something was wrong. He started coming home late, spending more time traveling, and they were losing their connection.
Looking for new sci-fi and fantasy books that feel current and exciting? These stories offer bold concepts, dynamic characters, and imaginative storytelling. A must-read list for fans expanding their science fiction and fantasy TBR.
Release Date: November 25, 2025
USA Today bestselling author J. J. Hebert's brand-new urban fantasy series Chronicles of the Arvynth begins with The Breaking of Time, a novel about a devoted father whose desperate act to save his son fractures reality itself, awakening ancient magic and drawing him back into the path of an immortal order he once betrayed.
Release Date: January 23, 2026
Nadi is trapped in a deadly alliance with Raziel Nostrom. After a honeymoon soaked in blood and desire, they make a pact—to take down his criminal family together. Now Nadi is at the heart of the Nostrom empire, pretending to be a vampire. If her act slips even for a moment, they will tear her apart.
Release Date: December 30, 2025
Ellory Morgan is determined to prove that she belongs at Warren University, an ivy league school whose history is deeply linked to occult rumors and dark secrets. But as she settles into her Freshman year, something about the ornate buildings and shadowy paths feels strangely…familiar. And, with every passing day, that sense of déjà vu grows increasingly sinister.
Release Date: January 23, 2026
Having left the Citadel and everything I have ever known, all I have left is Sila. I am determined that we will find a place in this new world, to finally find somewhere safe. I should have known better. With her tether to the Library broken, Sila is beginning to unravel, and every new day in the cursed forest of the outer world brings unknown dangers upon us.
Release Date: January 19, 2026
In a world where the grid has gone dark and society has crumbled, Blake Jackson thought he was prepared. A frugal handyman living off the Kentucky bottomlands, Blake had spent years building a self-sufficient homestead and documenting his off-grid lifestyle on a popular blog.
Release Date: January 20, 2026
After a year of torment following his wife Isabella’s brutal murder at the hands of an artistic serial killer, Marcus Lockwood retreats with his son Elias to Moose Hollow—a secluded campground in backwoods Maine—in search of healing.
Fall into romance stories filled with chemistry, emotional depth, and unforgettable connections. These books capture the magic of new love and the beauty of second chances. Perfect for readers who want all the swoon and all the feels.
Release Date: January 23, 2026
He’s a powerful CEO with a reputation he’s never tried to outrun—until a newborn daughter changes everything. She’s the one woman who sees past the headlines, past the charm, and straight into the man he’s becoming. What starts as a complication turns into temptation, and soon the only thing more dangerous than falling for her… is losing her.
Release Date: January 17, 2026
He went on vacation and came home with an unexpected souvenir. It wasn’t a Highland cow. It was love. Former Navy SEAL and private investigator Charlie Henderson has spent his life keeping promises—to protect the innocent, to finish the mission, to never walk away when things get hard. But when it came to marriage? Five vows. Five failures. At least in his opinion.
Release Date: January 26, 2026
When human receptionist Eve travels across the galaxy for her new job, she becomes the obsession of alien billionaire twins. Torn between devotion and defiance, she must decide if surrender is love or captivity in this dark, passionate sci-fi romance.
Release Date: January 20, 2026
Roses are red, violets are blue, Emma’s not dead, and her gravedigger’s hot too. This Valentine’s Day, love claws its way out of the grave in #1 New York Times bestselling author Navessa Allen’s steamy and hilariously dark rom-com.
Release Date: January 21, 2026
She's the one who got away. He's always been off-limits. A secret romance with my brother’s hockey star best friend wasn’t part of my plan when I desperately asked him to invest in my bakery. I just needed a business partner before my dream shop went under.
Release Date: January 20, 2026
When food poisoning takes out the lead in their Valentine’s Day production of Oklahoma!, TV sensation Colby J. Turner swoops in to save the show. But for leading lady Bex Hardgrave, this last-minute casting is more drama than she bargained for. Eight years ago, their onstage chemistry sparked real-life fireworks—until a misunderstanding brought down the curtain on their budding romance.
These Mystery and Thriller books pull you into dark secrets, dangerous lies, and shocking twists. Every story is built to keep your heart racing and your mind guessing. Perfect for readers who love suspense that doesn’t let go.
Release Date: January 22, 2026
When a father’s son needs life-saving surgery, time runs out and morality blurs. Pushed into the world of illegal organ traffickers and organised crime, his devotion drives him to impossible choices—where one wrong move could cost everything. A fast-paced, gritty, and unflinchingly tense psychological thriller about love, desperation, and survival.
Release Date: January 6, 2026
Ellen never wanted to be brave. Grief forced her into it. Her husband’s death left her exposed, haunted by questions no one will answer. She follows the traces he left behind, even when they lead somewhere she isn’t ready to go. Two alien factions are dragging their war through time and toward Earth. Ellen stands in their way, armed with a dangerous ability—resetting the timeline itself.
Release Date: January 14, 2026
When I move in with my new husband Jack, I can’t wait to start our new life together. I try to forget that he once lived here with his ex-wife, Laura. As I take in our isolated beachfront home, I see a face staring at me from an upstairs window. Jack tells me we’re alone, that I’m imagining things…
Release Date: January 15, 2026
Willow McAllister is desperate to start over. Quiet town. Blank slate. No attachments. When she meets her friendly new neighbour, Priya, it feels like a lifeline: the start of something good. And then there’s Gabe: charming, funny, eas
Release Date: January 8, 2026
The guest list for Brit and Joe’s joint bachelor-bachelorette weekend is small and exclusive: the bride, the groom, the best man, a work friend, and me, the maid of honor. I’ve planned every detail to make this a celebration none of us will ever forget.
Release Date: January 27, 2026
April—a married woman—never imagined that a simple encounter with a charming stranger would lead to a deadly partnership. But when the self-assured Eddie approaches her, undeterred by her wedding ring, she can't resist his proposition. As their twisted alliance unfolds, leaving a trail of death and destruction in its wake, it's impossible to tell who is actually pulling the strings.
What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Chaos Woods (Chronicles of the Ever-Guise Book 1)?
I wanted to write a story based in a similar setting to the small mountain where I grew up, Julian, California. I love exploring forests, mountains, mysterious foggy days, and wandering paths.
What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?
I love fantasy, but I force myself to read every third book in a different genre (including nonfiction) to get influences from different areas.
What books are on your TBR pile right now?
Next up is "Lost Souls Meet Under a Full Moon" by Mizuki Tsujimura.
What scene in your book was your favorite to write?
My favorite scene was the battle with the rakazuras. (You’ll have to read it to find out…)
Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)
I do almost all of my writing in coffee shops, drinking double espressos. If I write a lot, I do get jittery.
Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?
Keep moving.
If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?
First, that they enjoyed the adventure. Secondly, they learned a little something about the importance of truth. While most fantasy turns on good vs. evil, this one turns on truth vs. lies.
Scott T. Barnes is the author of the new book Chaos Woods (Chronicles of the Ever-Guise Book 1)
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What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Breaking of Time: Chronicles of the Arvynth?
The idea had been living in the back of my mind for a long time before I ever put words on the page. I’d always been fascinated by the notion of a father who carries an enormous secret—someone outwardly ordinary but privately powerful—and what it would take to force that secret into the open. There’s something inherently compelling about a man who has spent his life hiding who he really is, not out of fear, but out of love and protection.
Once I became a father myself, that idea took on real weight. The question shifted from Would he reveal the truth? to What would leave him no other choice? For me, the answer was simple and terrifying: saving a family member. From there, the story became less about magic and more about consequence. Power always changes things, especially once the people you’re trying to protect begin to see you differently.
The fantasy elements gave me the scale I needed, but the heart of the book is emotional. It’s about sacrifice, identity, and the moment when doing the right thing costs you the very life you were trying to preserve. That tension—between love, secrecy, and inevitability—is what ultimately shaped the story.
If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of The Breaking of Time: Chronicles of the Arvynth, what would they be?
This one’s fun. I tend to write cinematically, so music is always in the background. For the main character, I’d choose something brooding and driving—music that feels like momentum barely being held in check. For the opposing forces, it would be colder, more restrained, almost mechanical. I like it when the music mirrors the emotional tension rather than spelling it out.
What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?
I read widely—fantasy, thrillers, science fiction, even nonfiction—but fantasy has always been my home base. That said, what I love most is genre-blending. I enjoy stories that don’t sit comfortably in one box, and that’s reflected in my writing. So yes, what I read definitely influences what I write, but I try not to limit myself to one lane.
What books are on your TBR pile right now?
Right now, it includes The Shadow of the Gods by John Gwynne, which I’ve been meaning to dive into for its brutal worldbuilding and character-driven stakes. I also have The Dresden Files on my list—not just to reread selectively, but to study how long-running urban fantasy balances escalation without losing its emotional core. On the darker side, The Blade Itself is sitting there waiting, largely because I admire how Abercrombie handles morally complex characters without romanticizing them. I’ve also got American Gods queued up again, because it’s one of those books that reminds me how myth, modernity, and intimacy can coexist in the same story. Mixed in with all of that are a couple of craft-focused reads—books I dip into rather than read straight through—because no matter how long you’ve been writing, there’s always something new to learn about pacing, tension, and character truth.
What scene in your book was your favorite to write?
There’s a scene where everything slows down—emotionally and literally—and the characters are forced to sit with the consequences of earlier choices. No explosions, no spectacle. Just truth. Those scenes are the hardest to write, but they’re also the most rewarding because that’s where the story earns its weight.
Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)
I tend to write in bursts. When I’m in it, I’m really in it—long sessions, lots of coffee, pacing around the room thinking through dialogue. I also do a surprising amount of problem-solving away from the keyboard. Some of the best scenes get written in my head before they ever hit the page.
Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?
Progress beats perfection. Every time. Showing up consistently matters more than waiting for the “perfect” moment.
If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?
That power always has a cost—and that love, especially the kind rooted in family, can be both a strength and a dangerous thing. If readers close the book still thinking about the characters and the choices they made, then I’ve done my job.
J.J Hebert is the author of the new book The Breaking of Time: Chronicles of the Arvynth
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What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Their Human Receptionist?
I wanted to explore what happens when a promotion looks like freedom—but isn’t. Their Human Receptionist started as a thought experiment about luxury, power, and what we’re willing to trade for security, using a dark sci-fi romance narrative to push those ideas to the extreme. This book is very dark. If I included trigger warnings, there would be more than a page of them.
If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of Their Human Receptionist, what would they be?
Eve Eden: “Control” — Halsey
Rafe: “The Chain” — Fleetwood Mac
Lorian: “Closer” — Nine Inch Nails
What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?
I read a lot—literary fiction, sci-fi, and dark romance—but I’m most drawn to stories that examine power and agency. Writing dark sci-fi romance lets me combine emotional intensity with hierarchical control. Many people confuse dark romance with erotica, but it’s very different; it questions the power dynamics we have as human beings.
What books are on your TBR pile right now?
Shroud by Adrian Tchaikovsky, Rose/House by Arkady Martine, and Born for the Marble by Nicci Harris.
What scene in your book was your favorite to write?
The moment when Eve realizes that her “promotion” isn’t freedom—it’s ownership with better branding. From that moment, the book crystallized for me, and I knew where I was headed. I think most of us have been there. We got a great job that turned out to be close to slavery, but everyone on the outside couldn’t understand because the job looked good on paper.
Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)
I write best late at night, in silence.
Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?
If an organization or movement requires your complete obedience to function, it isn’t protecting you—it’s brainwashing you.
If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?
Comfort and captivity look almost identical.
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What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Tentacles Across Time (Overlords of Time Book 2)
The inspiration for Tentacles Across Time began with my previous novel, Fragments of Time. That story came from an incredibly vivid dream I had one night. I woke up knowing there was a book there, one I needed to write. It shaped the world, the rules of time, and the emotional core that followed. Tentacles Across Time grew from what came next. The timeline has been reset and the world subtly altered. I wanted to explore the aftermath, the loose ends, and the consequences that refused to stay buried. This story asks what happens when time has already been broken once, and someone is willing to break it again.
If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of Tentacles Across Time (Overlords of Time Book 2), what would they be?
It’s funny you ask that, because music is actually woven into the story itself. One of the central elements of Tentacles Across Time is a dangerous device disguised as a jukebox. The main character is drawn to it, but using it is risky. Choosing the wrong song could erase the world and everyone she cares about, or drop reality onto an entirely different track. So if I had to pick a theme song, it would be “Twilight Zone.” It perfectly captures that sci-fi feeling of stepping into something familiar, flipping the switch, and suddenly realizing you have crossed into a version of reality that does not play by the rules.
What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?
I’m drawn to anything with a good, unexpected twist, no matter the genre. Sci-fi, mystery, thrillers, even absurd urban fantasy. If a story can surprise me and pull the rug out at the right moment, I’m in. That love of twists definitely carries over into my writing. I’ve been told I have a knack for pulling them off. While the genres may shift, the goal stays the same. I want to build a story that feels familiar just long enough to make the turn hit harder.
What books are on your TBR pile right now?
Superiors by Megan Cauldill is at the top of my TBR pile right now. She’s a local author, and her work has been both helpful and inspirational to me. I always enjoy supporting writers in my own community, especially when their stories push me creatively.
What scene in your book was your favorite to write?
Without giving too much away, the scene where the main protagonist wakes up to a new reality was my favorite to write. It’s the aftermath of the choices and decisions she’s made up to that point. I enjoyed creating a world beyond imagination, one shaped by consequence rather than intention. It might be the best plot twist in the book.
Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)
Yes, I tend to weave a bit of spice into the story.
Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?
Yes, a perfect quote for inspiring me to the finish line: "If it's to be, then it's up to me."
If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?
Make your choices carefully, because consequences always remain.
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