The Most Anticipated Books Of Summer 2025
From rom-coms to historical fiction, this season’s crop of new titles offer something for every reader.
Get In, B*tches: It’s GTFO Summer
Let the season’s new romance novels inspire you to get out of town.
‘One Nightstand’ With Sarah Jessica Parker
The actor, publisher, and Booker Prize judge is currently devoting 6-10 hours per day to reading.
Book Club
Amy Odell Understands The Assignment
How the two-time New York Times bestselling author and journalist got the goods on Gwyneth Paltrow.
Rob Franklin Says Goodbye To All That
The debut author — and avowed Joan Didion fan — opens up about his writing process.
Molly Jong-Fast Wrote Her Memoir For You
The author hopes the public will find relief in reading How to Lose Your Mother.
Margaret Atwood Won’t Leave Gilead Just Yet
The author of The Handmaid’s Tale is already looking forward to the adaptation of its sequel, The Testaments — and to releasing her first memoir.
The $2.99 Snack Dylan Mulvaney Relied On To Write Her Book
Paper Doll give fans a look behind the TikTok star’s hyperfeminine public persona.
That Friend Just Wrote An Audiobook
Sabrina Brier’s audiobook is inspired by her TikTok character.
Y2K Trends Are Back, But What Happened To The Optimism?
Colette Shade’s new book explores the era’s cultural output — and the sociopolitical trends that informed it.
Miranda July’s Year Of Perimenopausal Thinking
The author’s novel has been lighting up group chats since its release this spring.
Patrick Radden Keefe’s Hollywood Homecoming
The Say Nothing author had abandoned his screenwriting dreams — until producers expressed interest in adapting his books.
Coco Mellors Embraces The Mess
Her latest novel captures the “sticky, messy, viscous-y love” shared by sisters.
Casey McQuiston Is A Method Writer — In A “Non-Douchebaggy Way”
The author of Red, White & Royal Blue and other beloved rom-coms returns with The Pairing.
Reality TV Gets The Prestige Treatment In Emily Nussbaum's New Book
Cue the Sun! explores the cultural impact of the much-maligned genre.
To Write Her New Novel, Rufi Thorpe Dove Deep Into OnlyFans
Margo’s Got Money Troubles follows a new mom who earns a living through virtual sex work.
Honor Levy Doesn’t Want To Make You Angry
Though the author is known for stirring the pot, her debut approaches difficult subjects with empathy.
The 'Walter Boys' Book Sequel Ends With Jackie’s Big Decision
The Netflix show explores the ups and downs of a relationship forged in loss.
One Nightstand With Zosia Mamet
The Girls star and Does This Make Me Funny? author shares her all-time favorite reads.
5 Dark Academia Classics Every Fan Needs To Read
From Brideshead Revisited to Gaudy Night, these pre–Secret History novels shaped the genre’s shadowy, intellectual world.
Carley Fortune Is Having One Golden Summer
The No. 1 New York Times author is the reigning queen of romance.
Here’s How The ‘Outlander’ Author Reacted To *That* Major Prequel Twist
You don’t need to read a new novel before jumping into Blood of My Blood. Here’s why.
Amy Odell Understands The Assignment
How the two-time New York Times bestselling author and journalist got the goods on Gwyneth Paltrow.
Rob Franklin Says Goodbye To All That
The debut author — and avowed Joan Didion fan — opens up about his writing process.
Stephanie Wambugu’s Tale Of Two Art Friends
The author’s debut novel, Lonely Crowds, explores a fraught relationship between artists.
