December Book Releases 2025

Books coming out in December of 2025. A mix of all genres... here are books that you should be adding to your TBR. (Note Book blurbs are sourced from GoodReads).

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Sweet Venom by Rina Kent. 12/02

Dark Hockey Romance, for readers 18+.

From the New York Times & USA Today bestselling author Rina Kent comes a dangerously dark stalker hockey romance.

Can I outrun his merciless obsession?

I accidentally witnessed a brutal murder.

I froze, pretended I saw nothing, hoping I could leave it behind.

But my plan backfired, and my life spiraled downward.

Now, I’m the target of cold-blooded revenge.

Jude Callahan isn’t just a hockey god—he’s a devil no one dares to cross.

In Your Dreams By Sarah Adams. 12/30

Brother's Best Friend Small Town Romance

Madison Walker left Rome, Kentucky, determined to prove she could make it in the culinary world. But after years of chasing success in New York, all she has to show for it is a shattered confidence and a desperate need for a fresh start. Coming home isn’t part of the plan—until an unexpected job offer lands in her lap, giving her a chance to rebuild everything she’s lost: the head chef position at a new farm-to-table restaurant in her hometown. The only catch? It comes from James Huxley, owner of Huxley Farm, her brother’s best friend . . . and the last person she wants to work for.

We Who Will Die by Stacia Stark 12/30

Slow Burn Vampire Romantasy

From the bestselling author of the Kingdom of Lies series comes a slow-burn romantasy set in a Roman-inspired world ruled by merciless vampires. Filled with breathtaking combat, vengeful gods, and magical creatures, We Who Will Die is the epic first installment in an enthralling new series perfect for fans of Carissa Broadbent, Jasmine Mas, and Rebecca Yarros.

Life in the perilous Thorn district is a constant battle for Arvelle and her younger brothers. And the vampire standing on her doorstep is about to turn their world upside down.

Crowntide by Alex Aster 12/02

Book 4 In Lightlark Series.

The highly anticipated fourth novel in the #1 New York Times bestselling Lightlark Saga, by acclaimed author and #BookTok sensation Alex AsterSome worlds deserve to be destroyed . . .

I am currently reading LightLark, in an effort to avoid any spoilers I did no research into what this book was about. Sorry for that!

Lightlark is a YA Romantasy Magic Competition. I am 30% in and really enjoying it!

Fallen Gods by Rachel Van Dyken 12/02

Enemies to Lovers Romantasy

They said the Gods were myth. That the Giants were only stories told around dying fires. They lied.

The Gods aren’t dead—they’re only sleeping, locked in mortal bodies, scattered across the world, waiting for the right spark to wake them. And my father is the most ruthless of them all. He raised me to obey. To bleed. To be his blade when the time came. Now he’s sending me to Endir University, a place filled with ancient bloodlines and deadly secrets, to steal back Mjolnir, the hammer of legend. If I fail, everyone I love dies.

Snake-Eater by T.Kingfisher 12/01

Sci-Fi Cozy Mystery

In an isolated desert town, a young woman seeking a fresh start is confronted by ancient gods, malevolent supernatural forces, and eccentric neighbours. A witty horror-tinged fantasy.

I love T. Kingfisher. Her books are very atmospheric and often incorporate a fairytale to be flipped in some way. Highly recommend to readers that love grim dark elements in their fantasy.

The Once and Future Queen by Paula Lafferty 12/16

Historical Fiction Romantasy

Outlander-meets-The Princess Bride plus Camelot in a fresh, big-hearted, feminist, timeslip adventure reimagining the epic saga of King Arthur, as told from the perspective of his spunky and surprising queen, Vera – complete with time travel and good running shoes!

The Last Vampire by Romina Garber 12/02

Young Adult Vampire Dark Academia

Pride & Prejudice meets Crave when Austen-loving Lorena Navarro attends a new boarding school expecting to find her own Mr. Darcy, but accidentally finds the world’s last vampire instead!

As a reader who gave both Pride & Prejudice and Crave 5 Stars I have very high hopes for this book!!! Hopefully I will not be disappointed.

What books are you most looking forward to in December? Want to buddy read one of these with our community? Make sure to mention it so they can be added for January clubs.