Most anticipated January 2027 books

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A new year always feels like a fresh start and for readers, that means a brand-new lineup of novels to look forward to.

January's upcoming fiction releases include everything from emotional family dramas and sweeping love stories to epic fantasy, speculative fiction, literary novels, and highly anticipated sequels. Whether you're hoping to kick off your reading challenge with a five-star read or simply looking for your next great book, January has plenty to get excited about.

One book that's certain to make waves this January is the newest A Court of Thorns and Roses novel, one of the most anticipated fantasy releases of the year. I'm also looking forward to People Pleasing by Hannah Bonam-Young. I always enjoy second-chance romances, and this one sounds wonderfully emotional.

On the speculative side, The Lost Life of Sylvia Song promises a heartfelt parallel-universe love story that immediately caught my attention, while The Stars Look Like Home sounds like exactly the kind of funny, emotional adventure T.J. Klune does so well.

And if you're in the mood for historical fiction, The Jewel of Sugar Hill looks like another irresistible dual-timeline novel from Fiona Davis.

Whether you're searching for your first great read of 2027 or planning your January TBR, these are the new fiction books I'm most excited to read. Happy reading!

January 2027 upcoming fiction releases I’m most excited about

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