Hottest fiction books to add to your reading list in 2025

Here is a curated list of highly anticipated sequels and exciting new releases, fiction, from best-selling authors to look forward to in 2025, perfect additions to your reading list.

The onset of a new year is the perfect time to start planning adventures, whether it is ticking off destinations on travel bucket list, attending the hottest concerts, or catching the most anticipated movie releases.

But for those who thrive on the written word, 2025 promises to deliver a literary feast for every reader. From gut-wrenching drama to high-octane action, there is something for every genre enthusiast.

Here is a roundup of the most highly anticipated fiction books launching next year that you will definitely want to bookmark for your reading list.

Everything is Tuberculosis – John Green

Launch Date: March 15, 2025

John Green, the best-selling author renowned for his heart-wrenching works like The Fault in Our Stars, is set to release his highly anticipated new novel, Everything is Tuberculosis. This book delves deeply into themes of illness, identity, and the deep impact of disease on personal relationships.

The story follows a young protagonist who, after being diagnosed with tuberculosis, grapples with the complexities of growing up, love, and self-discovery. Much like Green’s earlier works, this novel explores how society perceives illness, how individuals face their own mortality, and how they navigate the emotional and social challenges that come with it.

Everything is Tuberculosis promises to be another moving exploration of life, loss, and the delicate intersections between the two

Atmosphere – Taylor Jenkins Reid

Launch Date: June, 2025

Taylor Jenkins Reid, the acclaimed author behind bestsellers like The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo and Daisy Jones & The Six, is preparing to launch her next highly anticipated novel, Atmosphere.

In Atmosphere, Reid explores the emotional themes of relationships set against the backdrop of fame and public scrutiny. The story follows a character within the entertainment industry, torn between the pressure of their public persona and the turmoil it causes in their personal relationships.

With themes of love, loss, identity, and the struggle for authenticity, Reid pens an emotionally charged narrative that delves into the internal battles faced by those caught in the public eye. Expect a deeply evocative exploration of human connection, fame, and self-realisation.

Onyx Storm- Rebecca Yarros

Launch Date: January 21, 2025

Yarros is known for her contemporary romance novels, often featuring characters with deep emotional struggles and complex relationships is about to publish the third part of one of her most acclaimed fantasy action/romance series, after Fourth Wing and Iron Flame.

Oynx Storm is a novel set in a world where the main characters face life-threatening challenges, personal loss, and romantic tension. It follows a strong-willed woman and a man with a mysterious past who find themselves intertwined in an emotional and thrilling narrative.

Through their journey, they learn the power of resilience, trust, and love.

Arundhati Roy’s memoir – Arundhati Roy

Launch Date: September 4, 2025

In her long-anticipated memoir, Arundhati Roy reflects on her life, her works, and her journey as a writer and activist. Known for her novel The God of Small Things and her passion for social and political causes, Roy’s memoir offers insights into her personal experiences and the inspirations behind her writing.

It also explores the broader societal issues she has fought for, from India’s political landscape to global human rights.

The Great Big Beautiful Life – Emily Henry

Launch date: April 22, 2025

The Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry is a romantic novel that unpacks themes of love, lies, and personal growth. It follows the journey of a protagonist whose seemingly perfect life begins to unravel as secrets emerge, leading to a search for authenticity in relationships and self-identity.

It is a story about understanding the difference between appearances and reality, and what happens when the truth comes to light.

Emily Henry’s most recent published books include Book Lovers (2022) and Happy Place (2023).