Looking for some new biography and memoir 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 Alice Carrière, Pattv Lin, Prachi Gupta, and many more. Enjoy your new biography and memoir books. Happy reading!
August was a month of excitement for book lovers, as it brought us a plethora of captivating new releases. From established bestselling authors to debut writers, this month’s literary offerings have something for everyone. If you’re looking for your next great read, then look no further than our list of some of the most anticipated books published in August!
Release Date: August 29, 2023
When a father goes missing, his family’s desperate search leads them to question everything they know about him and one another in this thrilling page-turner, a deeply moving portrait of a family in crisis from the award-winning author of Miracle Creek.
Release Date: August 8, 2023
From the extraordinary minds of award-winning and New York Times–bestselling author of H Is for Hawk Helen Macdonald and first time author Sin Blaché, Prophet is their electric debut, a tantalizing adventure fusing noir, sci-fi and a slow burn queer romance—set in a universe just one perilous step from our own.
Release Date: August 1, 2023
From the instant New York Times bestselling author of Fourth Wing, Rebecca Yarros, comes a sweeping romance about the sustained power of chance encounters.
Release Date: August 29, 2023
From a stunning new voice in science fantasy comes an action-packed debut of fire magic and ancient prophecy, in which the fate of a futuristic desert kingdom rests in the hands of a princess desperate for power and an assassin with a dark secret.
Release Date: August 29, 2023
Cassie Greenberg loves being an artist, but it’s a tough way to make a living. On the brink of eviction, she’s desperate when she finds a too-good-to-be-true apartment in a beautiful Chicago neighborhood. Cassie knows there has to be a catch—only someone with a secret to hide would rent out a room for that price... Cassie’s sexy new roommate is a vampire. And he has a proposition for her.
Release Date: August 8, 2023
From the #1 New York Times bestselling author known for her “superb pacing, twisted characters, and captivating prose” (BuzzFeed), Lisa Jewell returns with a scintillating new psychological thriller about a woman who finds herself the subject of her own popular true crime podcast.
Release Date: August 15, 2023
Vampires and vaqueros face off on the Texas-Mexico border in this supernatural western from the author of The Hacienda.
Explore our curated new releases, perfect for readers of all ages. Whether you're cuddling up for storytime, seeking an escape into captivating narratives, or simply indulging your reading passion, our new releases promise an age-defying literary journey. Happy reading!
Release Date: August 16, 2023
NEW FANTASY SERIES. "A fun, fantasy fiction novel, packed full of magic and adventure. A thrilling ride through the multiverse, not to be missed!" Readers' Choice Book Award Winner. "It’s a fantastic book that will transport you to magical worlds...an exciting new young adult fantasy series that will draw in readers of all ages." - Literary Titan
Release Date: July 24, 2023
Madeline didn't handle death well but had found an escape route to Zeroworld. She'd lived for centuries in a virtual New York where inflation was rampant, no one got old and there was absolutely no dying. Then her world changed. Miracles, flying pigs, freely materialising bazookas, angry elevators, everything turning blue and even dragons.
Release Date: July 18, 2023
Secrets are wrecking Emma's life, but she won't betray her friends. Darcy is kidnapped. She appears to be the latest victim of the Central High curse. Emma believes that the school has a criminal on the faculty. Emma's deadly search for Darcy ends with them both in chains. Emma's sophomore year goes from bad to horrifying. Will she survive?
Release Date: July 11, 2023
As an expert thief from a minor moon, Cass knows a good mark when she sees one. The emperor’s ball is her chance to steal a fortune for herself, her ailing father, and her scrappy crew of thieves and market vendors. Her plan is simple: 1. Hitch a ride to the planet of Ouris, the dazzling heart of the empire. 2. Sneak onto the imperial palace station to attend the emperor’s ball. 3. Steal from the rich, the royal, and the insufferable. But on the station, things quickly go awry. When the emperor is found dead, everyone in the palace is a suspect—and someone is setting Cass up to take the fall.
Release Date: August 1, 2023
Despite Rosha's best efforts, she will never fit in. To her classmates, she is forever an outsider, a girl from the fringes of the empire just lucky enough to have well-off parents. To her teachers, she is either a charity case or an exception to the rule that Gorenten just aren't capable of performing complex magic. Worse, still, she is nothing but a status symbol to her father—a child gifted with magic to show his powerful friends that even people like them could belong in the empire. As if she doesn't have enough problems already...
If you're a hopeless romantic in search of your next book crush, you've just stumbled upon a treasure trove of enchanting tales. From chance encounters that ignite passionate flames to sweeping gestures that defy the odds, we've curated a collection of romance books that promise to leave you with that warm, fuzzy feeling we all adore.
Release Date: August 25, 2023
The Conclusion to The Perfect Lessons Trudie returns home from a glamorous New York Gala, shattered by Alex's lies of omission. She must find a way to untangle truth from fiction to make their relationship work. Struggling to overcome childhood traumas, both of them must find the truth within themselves for this all to Make Perfect Sense.
Release Date: July 31, 2023
Sharon, an orphan, is fearful of Indians, yet an Indian Warrior has twice rescued her from certain death. Though he was once on the medicine path, Strikes Fast has lost his way; he has taken revenge for the murder of his family too far. Though worlds apart, both share a common loss. Even as war surrounds them, can they heal one another's hearts?
Release Date: August 1, 2023
He's the star right-wing hockey player for The Hawkeyes, my brother's best friend... and inconveniently my childhood crush. So when my boss at the PR firm I work for, offers me the promotion of a lifetime to fake date the boy-next-door, I have to make a decision. Am I willing to lie to our families and risk my MMA fighting brother putting a fist sized hole in Briggs' pretty face?
Release Date: August 18, 2023
He’s Hollywood’s biggest star. She wouldn’t know him from the pizza delivery guy. Perfect for fans of swoony romantic comedy, this series finale from bestseller Jenny Proctor hits all the right notes!
Release Date: August 19, 2023
From New York Times bestselling author Penelope Ward comes a new forbidden, enemies-to-lovers story... It all started with an unexpected phone call. Two years after my fiancé passed away in an accident, his father died suddenly, leaving Brad’s adult, special-needs brother with no one to care for him. The next thing I knew, I was on a cross-country drive to New Hampshire where I’d be moving in to look after Scottie until I could get him into a group home. The last thing I ever expected? I wouldn’t be taking care of him alone...
Release Date: August 17, 2023
After five unsuccessful seasons, Emma Bartholomew’s stepmother threatens to auction off her hand in marriage. Horrified at the idea, Emma enlists the help of the School for Spinsters to help her find a husband quickly. But she knows that no man will want to wed her after he learns the secret she’s hiding…that she’s practically blind. Cormac Ormond, the Irish Earl of Dunmeath, is seeking a quick marriage because he desperately wants an heir. He knows he’s dying, and it doesn’t matter what sort of bride he finds, as long as she’s willing to help him. After meeting Emma, Cormac plans to outbid every suitor…but will she marry a man whose time is running out?
Step into a world where poignant introspection and vivid storytelling intertwine—a realm that echoes the brilliance of JD Salinger's timeless narratives. From coming-of-age tales that delve into the complexities of human experience to narratives that explore the nuances of society and identity, these reads are a tribute to the profound impact Salinger has left on literature. Happy Reading!
Release Date: August 21, 2023
Third Wheel is a debut novel from by Richard R. Becker, award-winning author of 50 States. His new book is a powerful coming-of-age story about belonging, betrayal, and breaking away. The novel is set in the dusty suburban outskirts of an aberrant 24-hour town, Las Vegas in the 1980s.
Release Date: August 15, 2023
On a coveted two-week beach vacation, working mom Kate Baker’s nine-year-old daughter, Olivia, vanishes suddenly among the waves—a heart-dropping incident that threatens to uproot her entire reality. But in the next moment, Olivia resurfaces, joyously splashing. What would I do if she didn’t come up? Kate wonders. How would I live without her? In another set of circumstances that hold a different fate, Kate doesn’t have to wonder. Because in that “other” world, in the pulse-pounding seconds after Olivia goes under, she doesn’t come back up. The Other Year explores truths about love, loss, and the sharp turns any life can take in the blink of an eye.
Release Date: August 8, 2023
Two sisters navigate the thrilling, euphoric early days of California surf culture in this dazzling saga of ambition, sacrifice, and the tangled ties between mothers and daughters from the New York Times bestselling author of The Aviator’s Wife.
Release Date: August 1, 2023
Dripping in intrigue, Sun Damage is a glamorous, witty, and totally riveting story chock full of secrets, lies and... more lies.
Release Date: August 1, 2023
From award-winning writer David Joy comes a searing new novel about the cracks that form in a small North Carolina community and the evils that unfurl from its center.
Ready to dive into a world of heart-pounding thrills? If you can't get enough of Louise Penny's gripping tales, you're in luck. This ultimate list of thriller books will have you hooked from page one with hidden secrets, quirky detectives, and mysteries that'll keep you up all night. Happy Reading!
Release Date: August 18, 2023
Impulsive Detective “Duke” Wayne teams with Kelso Bagley, a methodical Special Agent with U.S. Fish and Wildlife, to investigate an accidental death from bee stings. Their investigation reveals that bees were weaponized with the intent to kill and it's only the first step in a diabolical plan to eradicate pollinators from the face of the Earth.
Release Date: August 7, 2023
When one of Professor Brad Parker’s students is wrongfully accused of cheating, he tries to help. Only to encounter unexpected obstacles. Burglary. Bribery. A suspicious suicide. And then the professor who gave the exam is murdered. Leaving Brad and his fiancée, FBI agent Karen Richmond, struggling to understand what’s going on behind the scenes.
Release Date: August 15, 2023
BRAND NEW RELEASE: Kindle Unlimited members read for free! If you're a fan of James Lee Burke, Greg Iles, or John Hart, the Jack Bellows novels from bestselling author of the Virgil Jones series, Thomas Scott, will have you hooked and begging for more! But hurry, this special sale ends soon. Grab your copy now and enjoy!
Release Date: August 3, 2023
Just when he thought everything was running smoothly, officer Michael Collins finds all aspects of his life veering wildly off course. The specter of internal affairs is looming once again, and Collins is forced to defend himself against criminal allegations that could get him fired and sent to prison.
Release Date: August 22, 2023
Unstoppable Jonathan Grave uncovers a major threat to American security in the latest action-packed adventure in the long-running, bestselling black-ops series.
Release Date: August 9, 2023
The Girl Hunter is a psychological crime thriller that draws readers into the murky waters of a serial killer's mind. Delve into a riveting journey of survival, secrets, and redemption. Fans of David Baldacci, Robert Dugoni, and James Patterson will be captivated by Leslie Wolfe's masterful storytelling. Uncover the dark underbelly of the Glades—if you dare.
What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Bee Conspiracy?
I have always appreciated bees. I always felt it was unjust for certain media outlets to use loaded terms like “killer bees” in sensationalized stories. Recent reports of increasing honeybee “colony collapse disorder” are a cause for concern. I decided to write this story in order to get across the idea that bees need not be feared, they must be preserved as they have an important role in the ecosystem.
If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of Bee Conspiracy, what would they be?
I think Kelso’s theme song might be “Flight of the Bumblebee,” and Duke’s might be “Fireflies,” by Owl City.
What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?
I prefer thrillers or historical adventures. I do gravitate towards the thriller as a genre to write.
What books are on your TBR pile right now?
I am reading “Falling,” by TJ Newman. A thriller! Surprise surprise.
What scene in your book was your favorite to write?
I really enjoyed writing the scene at the El Segundo Blue butterfly sanctuary near the end of the LAX runway. This is an actual place and I had a good time going there to research.
Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)
My dog is frequently in the office while I write…this is not a necessity but she’s good for moral support during moments of frustration!
Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?
I am quite partial to this quote by one of my favorite writers, Frank McCourt: “Your mind is a treasure house that you should stock well and it's the one part of you the world can't interfere with.”
If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?
I would hope they might find a new appreciation for at least some members of the insect world and not always approach bugs from a place of fear or disgust.
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What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Cocky Score?
I love the world a story can transport you into. Sports romances are some of my favorite to read and write and as a West Coast girl, I wanted to write these stories in a place I know. That’s why this series takes place in Seattle, Washington. This book is written with one of my very favorite tropes and it practically wrote itself because these characters demanded to be written.
What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?
Romance is my favorite genre, by a landslide. It's so easy to get into and I love knowing that it will all work out in the end. I want the story to make me smile, I want to laugh a little… I may even like to shed a few tears depending on my mood at the time, but at the end… I know I’m getting that HEA!
What books are on your TBR pile right now?
Oh! There is always a big pile of those. I primarily read my books on my Kindle app on my phone and if you were to open it, you would see titles from Tessa Bailey, Vi Keeland, and Lauren Blakely... among many other amazing authors. Unfortunately, right now, I have several deadlines for this series and haven't picked up a book in over FOUR MONTHS! Someone help me!
What scene in your book was your favorite to write?
The first three chapters for sure! The characters just jumped out of the page and solidified their personalities too quickly. Those chapters I wrote so fast my fingers could barely keep up.
Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)
With three little kids, I usually do most of all my writing late at night when my kiddos and hubby have all gone to bed... that's when the magic happens. I make myself a cup of Folgers coffee... dose it with far too much creamer and then proceed to heat it three to four more times throughout the night before the night is over. I will say... I'm a perpetual snacker while I'm writing.
Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?
"There's a backspace for a reason." I try to remind myself to write ALL the words and then if it doesn't work out later... it's easy to cut.
If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?
How happy they are that the two characters found each other. I want the reader to be rooting for the main characters and I want the HEA to be as satisfying to read as it was to write.
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What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Fifth Student (Brad Parker and Karen Richmond Medical Thrillers Book 6)?
The Fifth Student, like my other novels, is based on my prior professional life as an academic scientist, which included cancer research and teaching at Harvard Medical School and Boston University, as well as serving in the administrative positions of department chair and dean. Those years taught me a lot about the inner workings of academia, which has provided a host of material for writing medical and academic thrillers.
The inciting incident in The Fifth Student is a group of students cheating on an exam—something that happens all too frequently in real life. But the case rapidly evolves into a much more complex and deadly situation, including elements of the contemporary scandals plaguing college admissions. The cheating and admission scandals in The Fifth Student are anchored in my experience. The transition to a murder mystery—not so much. At least as far as I know.
What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?
I most enjoy reading mysteries and thrillers, especially the same genre that I write—medical and academic thrillers.
What books are on your TBR pile right now?
Right now, I have books from two of my favorite authors waiting. Under Review by Sid Stark (an academic thriller) and Mainely Wicked by Matt Cost (a mystery set in Maine).
What scene in your book was your favorite to write?
I especially enjoyed writing the climax chapter in which Brad and his student are rescued by the Maine State Police and Marine Patrol. Lots of action, which was fun to put together.
If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?
If there’s a takeaway from The Fifth Student, it’s simply that academic ambition can be a dangerous thing!
Geoffrey M. Cooper is the author of the new book The Fifth Student (Brad Parker and Karen Richmond Medical Thrillers Book 6)
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What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Making Perfect Sense?
That's a loaded question! Making Perfect Sense is the conclusion to The Perfect Lessons. My intention with this story was to help people understand that we all have our past and baggage that weighs us down in ways we can't articulate. Specifically, childhood traumas. This story concentrates on non-physical traumas that are equally imprinted on our hearts and minds. I wanted my readers to know that they are strong enough and deserve to put the past down and walk away victorious.
If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of Making Perfect Sense, what would they be?
"I Can't Fight This Feeling," REO Speedwagon is the theme song for this book. Alex & Trudie try to figure out their childhood traumas alone and find they get more success working within their relationship.
What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?
I love to read any romance genre with a heat level of 3+. I love to read great romcom banter, dark themes, and historical swoons.
What books are on your TBR pile right now?
Rich In Your Love by Pippa Grant, Hiding Places by Skye Warren, and His Good Girl by Eve Newton, are 3 out of 50. LOL.
What scene in your book was your favorite to write?
My favorite scene in Making Perfect Sense was when Dr. Alexander Pierce's persona of sex teacher, is blurred with Alex, the man Trudie has fallen in love with. Both are integral parts to her story, yet figuring out which persona was the man she wanted to be with was fascinating to me.
Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)
No quirky writing habits unless you count petting my dog, eating Mike & Ikes, and utilizing my new standing desk.
Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?
Speak your truth. Live your truth. Be kind to others and do deeds of kindness wherever you go.
If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?
The Perfect Series drills down to one thing-YOU ARE ENOUGH. Bumps, bulges, and baggage. You're still beautiful inside and out.
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