2026
2026 Releases
From Bookbub: The Most Anticipated Books of 2026
From Bookbub: 15 Uplifting Books to Look Forward to in 2026
February Releases
From Barnes & Noble: The Best Books of February 2026
From The New York Times: 27 Books Coming in February
From BookBub: The Must-Read Books of February
Black History Month
From Oprah Daily: 25 Books by Black Authors You Should Read This February
From Parade: Black Booksellers Recommend 23 Books To Read During Black History Month and Beyond
Little Free Library: Black History Month: In celebration of Black History Month, our Seaport Little Free Libraries will be stocked with books honoring Black voices, stories, and history. Stop by, take a book, leave a book, and celebrate with us.
New releases:
Rom-coms
From Real Simple: 13 Rom-Com Books That Will Make You Fall Back in Love With Reading
Two authors left off the list, who books are worth a read for a nice love story:
Abby Jimenez: Read Independent Artist Group Signs Bestselling Author Abby Jimenez. “Jimenez is known for her bestselling book series The Friend Zone and Part of Your World, which was recently picked up for feature development by Sophia Stallone and Balboa Productions.”
New Releases:
Book Club Picks
Books Adaptations
Coming Soon:
From The New York Times: Read These Books Before They Hit Your Screens in 2026
From The New York Public Library: 20 Books To Read Before You See Their Upcoming Screen Adaptations
From Purewow: 4 Book-to-Screen Adaptations I’m Excited for in 2026—and 1 I’m Really Worried About
From Bookbub: The Ultimate List of 2026 Book-to-Screen Adaptations
New:
Relationship Goals (2026 ‧ Rom-com on Prime Video on February 4), When TV producer Leah Caldwell aims to become the first woman running New York’s top morning show, her ex Jarrett Roy competes for the same role. Leah stays focused on her career, until chemistry with her ex challenges her priorities. Book: Relationship Goals: How to Win at Dating, Marriage, and Sex by Michael Todd
Pillion (R 2025 ‧ Romance/Comedy in theaters on February 6th), Colin, a timid man, meets Ray, a confident biker gang leader, who initiates him into a submissive relationship, challenging Colin’s mundane existence and prompting personal growth through their unconventional dynamic. Book: Box Hill by Adam Mars-Jones. From Vogue: Prepare to Be Romanced by Pillion
Crime 101 (R 2026 ‧ Crime/Thriller in theaters on February 13th), A Los Angeles detective pursues an elusive thief who teams up with an insurance broker for one last heist. Book: Broken by Don Winslow.
Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette (3-episode series premiere on Hulu February 13th. Episodes released on Thursdays, the finale is on March 26th), a limited series, based on the whirlwind romance between one of the 20th century’s most iconic couples. It is based on the book “Once Upon a Time: The Captivating Life of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy” by Elizabeth Beller.
Wuthering Heights (R 2026 ‧ Romance in theaters on February 14th), Tragedy strikes when Heathcliff falls in love with Catherine Earnshaw, a woman from a wealthy family in 18th-century England. Book: by Emily Brontë. Read: Your Watch Guide for Every Version of ‘Wuthering Heights’ & All Brontë Adaptations
The Last Thing He Told Me Season 2 starts on February 20th on Apple TV+, with the season finale on April 10, 2026. Based on The First Time I Saw Him, Laura Dave’s New York Times bestselling sequel to her acclaimed other New York Times bestseller and Reese’s Book Club pick The Last Thing He Told Me, Season 2 looks to be ratcheting up the action and suspense. The First Time I Saw Him was released Jan. 6, 2026.
Events for Writers and Readers
Bookstore and in Person Events
Meet your favorite authors in person and get your book signed.
Beyond the Page with Kate QuinnTUESDAY, FEB. 17, 2026, 7 PMIN-PERSON AT GBH STUDIOSONE GUEST STREET, BRIGHTON, MA GET TICKETS
You’re invited to a special in-person Beyond the Page with New York Times bestselling author Kate Quinn, celebrating the release of her newest novel, The Astral Library, on its publication day and at the very first stop on her national book tour.
Online Events
The Back Room was created by Karen Dionne and Hank Phillippi Ryan in September 2020. “Praised for its professional format, the Back Room remains the only online event that allows authors and readers to chat face-to-face!”
Jacquelyn Mitchard
Lori Rader-Day
Kate White
Fireside Favorites! February 22, 2026 at 7pm ET
Susan Marchese 
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