Release date not yet known
Winter White by Annie Cardi (Union Square Kids) - not yet added to Goodreads.
Ardyce Alspach at Union Square Kids has acquired Annie Cardi's (Red) next retelling, Winter White. This YA adaptation of Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale , centered around domestic abuse and the opioid epidemic, follows a teen girl living in rural Maine with her dominant father. When a boy from her past reappears, she finds solace in his kindness and strength in his help as she uncovers the mystery of her identity. Publication is slated for January 2026; Laura Crockett at Triada US Literary Agency negotiated the deal for world English rights.
January 1st
Stone Field by Christy Lenzi (Square Fish) - re-release of a previously published YA novel.
A stunning debut novel that
offers a new look at a classic love story about soul mates torn apart
by the circumstances of their time.
Catrina Dickinson is haunted
by her past and feels caged in by life in small town Missouri. When she
discovers a strange man in Stone Field where her family grows their
sorghum crop, her life takes on new meaning. He has no memory of who he
is or what brought him to Cat's farm, but they fall passionately in
love. Meanwhile, the country is on the brink of the Civil War, and the
conflict in Missouri demands that everyone take a side before the
bloodbath reaches their doorstep.
A passionate and atmospheric
reimagining of Emily Bronte's Wuthering Heights, Stone Field by Christy
Lenzi explores how violence and vengeance perverts the human spirit, and
how hatred can be transcended by love.
It Don't Come Easy by Eric Gansworth (Levine Querido) - moved from 2023, then from 2024.
January 6th
What We Did To Survive by Megan Lally (Sourcebooks Fire)
A vacation in paradise turns deadly when four teens' sailing charter hits stormy seas in this propulsive new thriller from New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Megan Lally!
Hannah can't wait to spend spring break with her best friend, Emmy, and her family. A week at a resort in Mexico is going to be fantastic de-stressing from senior year, not to mention Hannah's been crushing on Emmy's brother for as long as she can remember. Maybe he'll finally notice her. That would be paradise. . .
The beach is gorgeous, except Jackson always has his nose in a book and Emmy meets a guy. Hannah can't help but feel like a third wheel. When Emmy's new boyfriend charters a catamaran, Hannah and Jackson are invited along for the day. Hannah still has hope for a windswept kiss.
As the clouds roll in and the skies darken, their boat is the only one leaving the marina. And the further they get into open water, the more Hannah doubts their captain's - and Emmy's boyfriend's - intentions. Something's not right - and it's not just the impending storm. Forget surviving graduation. Can they make it back to land alive?
The Swan's Daughter by Roshani Chokshi (Wednesday Books)
Prince
Arris knows that marriage means murder. Thanks to a poorly worded wish
to a sea witch, all one needs to rule the Isle of Malys is the heart and
hand of the kingdom’s heir. Historically, this has been construed quite
literally.
Thus, Arris expects that the day after his marriage
and murder he will wake up as a sentient tree alongside the rest of his
predecessors. His only chance at a long life is finding true and lasting
love. When Arris's parents announce a tournament of brides to compete
for his hand and heart, a slew of eligible, lovely and (possibly
murderous) bachelorettes make their way to Rathe Castle. Amidst
glittering balls in ozorald caves, strolls through menageries of
daydream trees and pearl crocodiles, tea time on glass boats and kisses
that leave his head spinning, Arris cannot tell who is here out of love
for him…or lust for power.
Until he meets Demelza.
As a
veritas swan, Demelza’s song wrings out the truth. Forced into hiding,
Demelza strikes a deal. Arris will provide her with safekeeping in
exchange for her truth-telling song to sort through his potential
brides.
While Arris is used to dodging death threats and Demelza
is accustomed to fighting for her voice to be heard, to survive the
tournament of brides requires a different kind of bravery. And perhaps
the bravest thing one can do is not merely protect one’s life, but find
the courage to chase a life worth living.
The Weight of One Pomegranate by Brynne Rebele-Henry (Soho Teen)
From Lammy Award finalist Brynne Rebele-Henry, this lyrical and emotional contemporary YA novel follows a teen who unravels the thread of her older sister's hidden life in the wake of her death. A discovery of authentic self, sexuality, and first love perfect for fans of Nina LaCour, Laura Nowlin, and Lily Braun-Arnold.
The Weight of One Pomegranate follows seventeen-year old Isadora as she navigates the loss of her older sister, Eleni. When Isadora discovers secret letters in Eleni’s belongings, she travels to New York City, where she begins to unravel the threads of Eleni’s life. In doing so, Isadora finds a secret painting of Eleni’s—she was an artist—and embarks on a journey of self-discovery, coming to terms with her sexuality, and falling in love. Can Isadora honor Eleni’s memory without being consumed by her absence? Can she learn to live when Eleni doesn’t?
Cruel Summer by Elizabeth Eulberg (Scholastic)
Four
girls, all named Taylor, make for one unforgettable friendship!
International bestseller Elizabeth Eulberg follows four stories of first
love, friendship, and heartbreak. Don't miss the sister novel, Jen
Calonita's The Taylors!
The sequel to LOVE STORIES (The Taylors
Version #1) follows the Taylors over through four very different love
stories over the course of a turbulent summer.
16 Forever by Lance Rubin (HarperCollins) - moved from 2025.
David Linker at HarperCollins has bought, in an exclusive submission, 16 Forever, a YA novel by Lance Rubin.
Every year, on what should be his 17th birthday, Carter somehow wakes
up 16 again, remembering nothing from the past year. But when Carter
meets Maggie, it becomes clear they once knew each other, maybe even
loved each other. And Maggie may be Carter’s one shot at discovering the
solution to his condition. The only problem? She wants nothing to do
with him. Publication is set for summer 2025; Mollie Glick at CAA
brokered the deal for world rights.
A Language of Dragons #2 by S.F. Williamson (HarperTeen)
January 13th
Oxford Blood by Rachael Davis-Featherstone (Wednesday Books) - previously titled Oxford Slays, moved from September 2025,
Love, Lies, Legacy...High-achieving state-school pupil Eva has one dream – reading English at Oxford. If she gets in, not only will she receive a world-class education at an elite university, but she will be fulfilling the dreams of her mother and gain some independence from her father, the overprotective Inspector Dawkins.
At the same school, Eva's best-friend George is also hoping to go to Oxford. The attraction between him and Eva is undeniable, but they’ve agreed to put any romance on hold until their places at Oxford are secured. Eva cannot be distracted from her goal – although when they are both invited for interview week, their future together feels oh-so close.
Until George shows up dead.
The police rule his death an accident, but the behaviour of some of the other interview candidates has Eva suspecting foul play. When a shocking secret about George is revealed, Eva finds suspicion falling on her. What was meant to be one of the most important weeks of her life is fast turning into a nightmare.
All eyes are now on Eva, including the anonymous posters behind OxSlay, a gossipy social media forum exclusively for Oxford students. But amongst the conspiracy theories, lurk hidden clues. Could they help Eva clear her name - and catch the killer?
I, in the Shadows by Tori Bovalino (Page Street YA) - previously titled "These Stolen Words", moved from September 2025.
Liam has been dead for ten months, haunting the house he used to share with his family, and facing intermittent and terrifying encounters with an eldritch entity called The Beast, who seems determined to consume his soul. Besides that complication in Liam’s new existence, he’s actually adjusted well enough to boredom. But all of that changes when a new family moves in and Liam finds himself sharing a room with Drew Tarpin, who is all of the things Liam never was when he was athletic, queer, and effortlessly cool.
Except, Liam and Drew do have something in their hopeless attraction to Hannah Steward, the nerdy captain of the school mock trial team. After Drew stands in to protect Liam from the Beast, he agrees to help her win Hannah over if Drew keeps Liam from spending the entirety of his afterlife as demon food. It shouldn’t be hard, since Liam was in unrequited love with Hannah for his entire natural life, and her best friend until his untimely death. But the Beast will not be satisfied no matter how much Drew fights back on Liam’s behalf—and when Hannah catches on that Liam might not be totally gone, it puts all of their lives at risk.
Downfall by Marc J. Gregson (Peachtree Teen)
From Lammy Award finalist Brynne Rebele-Henry, this lyrical and emotional contemporary YA novel follows a teen who unravels the thread of her older sister's hidden life in the wake of her death. A discovery of authentic self, sexuality, and first love perfect for fans of Nina LaCour, Laura Nowlin, and Lily Braun-Arnold.
The Weight of One Pomegranate follows seventeen-year old Isadora as she navigates the loss of her older sister, Eleni. When Isadora discovers secret letters in Eleni’s belongings, she travels to New York City, where she begins to unravel the threads of Eleni’s life. In doing so, Isadora finds a secret painting of Eleni’s—she was an artist—and embarks on a journey of self-discovery, coming to terms with her sexuality, and falling in love. Can Isadora honor Eleni’s memory without being consumed by her absence? Can she learn to live when Eleni doesn’t?
A Barista's Guide to Love and Larceny by Caroline Bonin (Feiwel and Friends) - previously titled Worth A Dream.
This cozy fantasy romance combines magic, college life, and first love into a sweetly brewed and delicious read about a girl roped into investigating a company's dangerous product!
Dani Lionet is no stranger to working hard. But now she’s attending her dream university, and must manage classes, shifts at the local cafe, and maintaining her partial scholarship—all while trying to keep her unique ability under wraps. That way, no one else can take advantage of it like her parents used to.
So when a visiting professor calls Dani out on her ability, she’s terrified. Yet, it seems Professor Silva just wants to pay her to use it to help investigate a soon-to-be-released lucid dreaming product with horrible side effects. Dani is hesitant, but she needs the money, and it would help her new friend who was part of the product’s clinical trials. Meanwhile, she has a swoony distraction in Kass, her endearingly cute new regular at work.
But then Silva’s plan evolves into stealing the formula. Can Dani help with this “group project,” learn to embrace her ability, and get to know Kass? Or will it all fall apart?
Just Between Us by Adeline Kon (Dial) - YA graphic novel, moved from 2025, description not yet updated on Goodreads.
In this gorgeous debut graphic novel, Olympic hopeful Lydia tries to fall back in love with figure skating without falling for her competition
Lydia Chen knows how good she is on the ice. Technically perfect, she’s been the one to beat since her debut years ago.
Except now, something is missing in her performances—a spark that’s been gone for a while. Between the constant training, appealing to sponsors to fund her, and the pressure to perform, Lydia’s passion for skating has disappeared.
When her rival Elaine Yee starts training at the same rink, Lydia’s struck by the emotion in Elaine’s routines and unwillingly finds herself getting closer to her as they compete for a spot in the Olympics.
As the tension between them comes to a head, Lydia’s about to find out how a competitor can become an ally and figure out how to feel alive on the ice again.
We've Hit Turbulence by Jessica L. Cozzi (Delacorte)
Wendy Loggia at Delacorte Romance has bought world English and audio rights for We've Hit Turbulence by Jessica L. Cozzi; Alison Romig will edit. A girl on a flight to visit her long-distance boyfriend—and hopefully get their bumpy relationship back on track—is dismayed to find that her seatmate on the plane is none other than her ex—the one her heart never really got over. Publication is scheduled for spring 2026; Marisa Cleveland and Elisa Houot at the Seymour Agency represented the author.
January 15th
Hex and Havoc by Nilah Magruder and Sonia Liao (HarperCollins) - YA graphic novel, previously dated October 2023, February 2024 and January 2025, release date not yet updated on Goodreads. Some editions dated 6th February.
Stephanie Guerdan at HarperCollins has bought world rights to the queer YA fantasy duology Hex and Havoc, written by Nilah Magruder (Reel Love; M.F.K.), illustrated by Sonia Liao (Thief in the Trees; The Marie Curie Society). The books follow two girls in a caste-based magical society as they fall in love and spark a revolution. Publication is planned for summer 2023 and 2024; Tricia Lawrence at Erin Murphy Literary represented the author, and the illustrator represented herself. Magruder is now represented by Patrice Caldwell at New Leaf Literary.
January 20th
Fustuk by Robert Mgrdich Apelian (Penguin Workshop) - YA graphic novel, description not yet updated on Goodreads.
Seventeen-year-old Katah Fustukian has always felt like the odd one out in his family of chefs. Unlike his older siblings, he is useless in the kitchen, and too young to have known their late father—a legendary Hye chef who’d made a name for himself in the Pars Empire.
But with his mom’s illness worsening, Katah hopes that his vision-like dreams are a sign of magic stirring within him—especially after they lead him to Az, a powerful div with some mysterious connection to his family. In an attempt to save their mom’s life, he and his siblings strike a deal: Az’s help in exchange for a dish that rivals their father’s.
But after the siblings clash over what to cook, Katah will have to make sense of his magic and family history—and wager far more than a single meal to meet Az’s demands…
Creator Robert Mgrdich Apelian weaves together multiple timelines in an inventive, fantastical story of Armenian family and food, speaking to diasporic culture and how those within it relate to their different worlds.
A Wild Flame Rises by Maria Ingrande Mora (Peachtree Teen) - moved from September 2025, and from February 2026, description not yet updated on Goodreads.
Josephine Haven’s outbursts are infamous at the House of Industry, the secretive school for children who can wield Radiance, an electricity-like magic. She’s tried to follow the rules, but her fiery nature is at odds with the core tenant of the House: never form attachments to others. How is she meant to feel nothing when her classmates are maddening?
No one is surprised when upon graduation, Josephine is banished to the Mission farthest from Sterling City. In Frostbrook, she must work under the authority of standoffish Julian, the former golden boy of the House of Industry. Rather than being helpful, he seems determined to watch her fail. And then there’s Ezra, the flirtatious stranger who’s a little too curious about how the Mission operates.
But there are bigger problems than two frustrating, secretive boys. A deadly disease is spreading across the countryside. When Josephine pulls on threads she shouldn’t, she discovers that the Wasting is a consequence of the powerful magic she’s been spreading across the land.
Horrified, Josephine resolves to expose the corruption at the heart of everything she’s ever known. With no remaining allegiance to the House, she gives in to intoxicating feelings and discovers that relationships are even messier than she imagined. Alongside unexpected allies Julian and Ezra, Josephine must return to Sterling City and take down the House of Industry before the damage caused by Radiance becomes irreversible.
If All the Stars Go Dark by S. G. Prince (Godwin Books)
When eighteen-year-old Keller Hartman is recruited into the Legion's most prestigious galactic unit, it’s a dream come true. He's worked hard for this. He’s ready to prove himself. The problem? His new partner—the beautiful, no-nonsense pilot Lament Bringer—wants nothing to do with him.
As Keller and Lament are forced to work together to investigate a mysterious visionary who can predict catastrophes, they soon realize the danger runs deeper than they’d believed. With threats mounting and secrets unfolding, they’ll have to learn to trust one another—especially once they discover what they’re really up against.
With the fate of the universe hanging in the balance, the only thing worse than failing their mission might just be losing each other.
Dead Fake by Vincent Ralph (Wednesday Books) - moved from 2025.
Would you Swipe to Die?
When the new craze takes over Bleak Haven High, Ava Wilson refuses to join in. As the niece of an infamous murderer, it’s the last thing she needs.
The mysterious website allows people to view their own ‘death’ – an AI generated version of their final slasher-movie-moments. But, when some of her classmates’ deepfakes are replicated in real life, Ava can either catch the killer…or be the next victim.
Night Terror by Vincent Ralph (Wednesday Books)
Who the hell holds up a bookstore? That’s what Noah asks when his favorite spot is suddenly targeted by masked attackers.
But these people don’t want a ransom. They are searching for Bleak Haven’s very own urban legend – The Burning Book.
When something with a thirst for flesh creeps from its pages, Noah must team up with the other hostages and try to escape the mall without turning their town into a bloodbath.
On the Fence by Kasie West (HarperCollins) - repackaging of a 2014 release.
For sixteen-year-old Charlotte Reynolds, aka Charlie, being raised by a single dad and three older brothers has its perks. She can outrun, outscore, and outwit every boy she knows—including her longtime neighbor and honorary fourth brother, Braden. But when it comes to being a girl, Charlie doesn't know the first thing about anything. So when she starts working at chichi boutique to pay off a speeding ticket, she finds herself in a strange new world of makeup, lacy skirts, and BeDazzlers. Even stranger, she's spending time with a boy who has never seen her tear it up in a pickup game.
To cope with the stress of faking her way through this new reality, Charlie seeks late-night refuge in her backyard, talking out her problems with Braden by the fence that separates them. But their Fence Chats can't solve Charlie's biggest she's falling for Braden. Hard. She knows what it means to go for the win, but if spilling her secret means losing him for good, the stakes just got too high.
Soul of a Gentleman Witch by David Ferraro (Page Street)
Tamara Grasty at Page Street has bought Soul of a Gentleman Witch by David Ferraro (The Alchemy of Moonlight; A Vile Season). Pitched as The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina by way of Studio Ghibli, this YA historical fantasy follows a witch who must collect 666 souls for Lucifer, and whose ledger will be wiped clean if he delivers a young man safely from London to America, only to fall for his charge and risk Lucifer's wrath, and his own soul, to protect him. Publication is set for spring 2026; Eva Scalzo at Speilburg Literary Agency did the deal for world English rights.
A Masterpiece of Blood by Megan Scott (Inkyard Press)
The heart-stopping romantasy trilogy continues!
Return to Megan Scott's world of forbidden magic and forbidden romance with the highly anticipated sequel to The Temptation of Magic.
Better the Devil by Erik J. Brown (Storytide)
January 27th
Freddie and Stella Got Hot by Maggie Horne (Feiwel and Friends)
Jenny Han meets Mean Girls in Freddie and Stella Got Hot, Maggie Horne's YA rom com about getting revenge and falling in love.
By the time the Beaumont-Gardiner Award is announced, everyone's going to hate Levi Preston. And they're going to love us.
Freddie and Stella are on a mission: take down their former best friend turned queen bee Levi Preston by depriving her of the one thing she wants more than anything: The Beaumont-Gardiner Award. Only the coolest, smartest, and - let’s face it - hottest girls win... so Freddie and Stella are going to have to get a whole lot cooler, smarter, and hotter.
At first, it seems to work – Freddie and Stella slowly manage to worm their way in with the cool girls. With every shopping date, agonizing salon appointment, and hot yoga class, the girls get closer to the in-crowd and Levi fades more and more into the background. The higher they rise, though, the more uneasy Freddie starts to feel. Stella’s gone from her lovable, goofy best friend to someone she barely recognizes, using her newfound power for evil at every opportunity. Soon, Freddie realizes she’s created a monster – and she needs Levi’s help to put a stop to it.
Sparking Fire Out of Fate by Brigid Kemmerer (Bloomsbury) - moved from 2025.
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