Book Releases 2019: 11 New Titles To Look Forward To In The New Year

The arrival of the New Year allows us to start new chapters in our lives and luckily for book fanatics, it also means the release of new works of literature. Whether you prefer to read non-fiction pieces or are all about adding a list of juicy dramas to your bookshelf, there will be plenty of books to read in 2019.

Take a look at 11 new titles that you can look forward to reading in the New Year below.

1. “Two Can Keep A Secret” by Karen M. McManus

When Ellery moves to a small town where young females begin to go missing, she realizes the residents are harboring dark secrets and the truth about the disappearances may be one she doesn’t want to learn. “Two Can Keep A Secret” is expected to be released on Jan. 8.

2. “She Lies in Wait” by Gytha Lodge

When six friends allow Aurora Jackson to join their camping trip, they are shocked when she goes missing. Fast forward to thirty years later, Aurora’s body is found in the woods and they realize someone from the group is responsible for her murder. “She Lies in Wait” is expected to be released on Jan. 8.

3. “How to Date Men When You Hate Men” by Blythe Roberson

The comedian dissects the difficulties the come along with dating in the present day, and the struggle to keep up with society’s unrealistic expectations. “How to Date Men When You Hate Men” is expected to be released Jan. 8.

4. “Where Reasons End” by Yiyun Li

Struggling to accept her son’s suicide, Li’s memoir details a mother’s pain as she imagines heartwrenching conversations with her dead son. Follow Li as she puts her grief into words and explores the moment her world fell apart when “Where Reasons End” hits bookshelves on Feb. 5.

5. “Collected Schizophrenias” by Esmé Weijun Wang

In a series of essays, Wang shares her schizoaffective disorder diagnosis and tries to make readers understand what it’s really like to battle with a mental illness that is misunderstood. “Collected Schizophrenias” will be released on Feb. 5.

6. “Trump Sky Alpha” by Mark Doten

This work of fiction follows a journalist who is seeking refuge a year after the president has caused a nuclear war. Taking note of memes and other viral moments, she begins to suspect the world isn’t doomed after all. “Trump Sky Alpha” is expected to be released on Feb. 19.

7. “A Good Wife” by Samra Zafar

Forced to live in Canada and marry a complete stranger at the age of 17, Zafar’s memoir recalls the years she spent living in an abusive marriage. Finally reaching her breaking point, Zafar plans to escape with her daughters, risking being shunned by her loved ones. “A Good Wife” will be released on March 5.

8. “The White Card: A Play” by Claudia Rankine

In the two scene play, Rankine explores racial division and the damage that happens when people fail to speak up during an uncomfortable conversation. “The White Card: A Play” will be released March 19.

9. “My Lovely Wife” by Samantha Downing

When a couple begins using murder to spice up their marriage, their new hobby is a hit until they realize they may have to pay for their crimes. “My Lovely Wife,” is expected to be released on March 26.

10. “Keeping Lucy” by T. Greenwood

Based on true events, the story follows one mother’s fight to keep her daughter after her husband tries to convince her they can’t care for a child with down syndrome.“Keeping Lucy” will be available on Aug. 6.

11. “The Fire Starters,” by Jan Carson

When two strangers began to suspect their children aren’t as innocent as they appear, they must decide whether they should protect their bad seeds from the world. “The Fire Starters” will be available on April 4.