The Anticipated Indie Book Releases of January 2026 are here to kick off your reading year in style! This month’s selection features standout titles across romance, fantasy, mystery, and suspense, packed with unforgettable characters and stories you won’t be able to put down.
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Legacy by Carrie Ann Ryan
Felicity can’t stop thinking about Callum Ashford, her brother’s best friend and small-town NFL star turned brewer. Two years ago, one stolen kiss left her heart in turmoil, and proximity only fuels temptation. When she rents the house across from him, desire flares and boundaries crumble. Callum struggles with dark secrets, while Felicity hides fears of her own. As danger from unexpected corners surfaces, they must confront the past and protect each other. Steamy and heartfelt, Legacy is the first standalone romance in the Ashford Creek series, perfect for fans of small-town, age-gap love stories.
Available January 5, 2026
Badd Love by Jasinda Wilder
The latest Badd Brothers romance delivers all the heat, emotion, and irresistible chemistry fans have come to expect. Strong-willed heroes and heroines face challenges that test their hearts and desires. Passion ignites in unexpected ways, while loyalty, trust, and attraction complicate every moment. This story will blend romance, tension, and heartfelt moments in Jasinda Wilder’s signature style. Perfect for readers craving steamy, contemporary romance, Badd Love promises passion, drama, and all the romance fans adore.
Available January 9, 2026
House of BS & Lies by Lani Lynn Vale
Mable is captivated by Romeo, a tall, rugged lumberjack with a dangerous past. He’s strong, skilled, and irresistible—but he’s also a convicted felon hiding a dark secret. As attraction deepens, trust and danger collide in unexpected ways. Mable discovers she has a fierce side of her own, ready to protect the man she loves. Secrets, suspense, and passion threaten to upend everything they thought they knew. Full of enemies-to-lovers tension, small-town charm, and forbidden romance, House of BS & Lies hits all the favorite tropes readers crave.
Available January 13, 2026
Asset Sixteen by Jack Mars
Lara King has been trained from childhood to be one of the CIA’s deadliest agents. When a small town becomes ground zero for a deadly virus, she is sent in to stop it. Tracking the pathogen leads her to a brilliant but dangerous mastermind with global plans. With every second counting, Lara must rely on her skills, instincts, and courage to prevent disaster. Twists, high-stakes action, and edge-of-your-seat suspense drive every moment of this thrilling mission. Fans of pulse-pounding espionage and unforgettable heroes will love Asset Sixteen, the latest installment in Jack Mars’ Lara King series.
Available January 20, 2026
War of Broken Hearts by Jaelynn Page
Adara Rhyes was born with goddess-level magic and a destiny written in the stars. Exiled and seeking revenge, she plots to reclaim power and restore her homeland. Dominic Nite, the notorious King of Keys, plays a dangerous game of hearts and manipulation. When their fates collide, love and strategy become weapons in a high-stakes battle. One misstep could cost Adara her heart, her magic, or the chance to fulfill prophecy. War of Broken Hearts delivers forbidden romance, magical duels, and epic stakes that will enthrall fantasy and romance fans alike.
Available January 20, 2026
Forever Remembered by Kathleen Brooks
Knox Everett never forgot the one girl who got away. Now he must protect Quinn Kennedy from danger threatening her career and life. Once a college crush, Quinn has grown into a strong, successful woman—but trouble follows her. Knox won’t let her face it alone, risking his career and everything he’s built. As they navigate threats and old feelings, their second chance could change everything. Heart-pounding suspense, small-town charm, and second-chance romance await readers in Forever Remembered.
Available January 23, 2026
Lost in the Dark by Denise Grover Swank
Harper Adams and James face their toughest case yet. A new adversary replaces J.R. Simmons, but he’s far more dangerous than expected. As they dig deeper, they uncover a criminal empire built on human trafficking and ruthless power. Every step closer to the truth brings higher stakes and personal risk. Can Harper and James stop the operation before it destroys them both? The latest thrilling mystery from bestselling author Denise Grover Swank, Lost in the Dark will keep readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish.
Available January 26, 2026
Black Widow by Julie Ann Walker
A missing woman. A deadly conspiracy. A love worth risking everything for. Social media expert Sabrina Greenlee never expected to be taken in the dead of night, but survival depends on the team she calls family—including Hewitt Birch. Hewitt has always controlled his emotions, but Sabrina’s abduction shatters his self-discipline. He’ll stop at nothing to bring her home. As danger closes in and betrayal lurks at every turn, they must navigate threats and their growing passion. Readers won’t want to miss the high-stakes suspense and sizzling romance of Black Widow, where love and danger collide.
Available January 27, 2026
Sincerely Mr. Braden: Seth Braden by Melissa Foster
Seth Braden is a billionaire used to controlling everything—including his trusted virtual assistant, Taylor Mitchell. But when he meets Taylor’s sister, Eleanor, his carefully ordered world turns upside down. What was meant to be a brief weekend becomes a whirlwind of desire, secrets, and unexpected vulnerability. Every wall Seth has built comes crashing down as attraction and tension ignite between them. Betrayals, lies, and revelations force him to confront feelings he thought he could ignore. Fans of heart-racing, seductive stories will find themselves hooked from the first page of Sincerely, Mr. Braden.
Available January 28, 2026
Since the Marquess Demands by Darcy Burke
Ellis Dangerfield hides a life full of secrets, including posing as a man to land a position as secretary to a brooding, widowed marquess. Roman Garrick has sworn off love after betrayal and loss, but Ellis’s brilliance and charm slowly chip away at his walls. As desire grows, they must navigate a tangled web of secrets, grief, and society’s scrutiny. Will they risk their carefully guarded hearts for a chance at love? With Bridgerton’s return, Since the Marquess Demands is the perfect new Regency romance for fans of the series.
Available January 29, 2026
These anticipated indie book releases of January 2026 are set to captivate, thrill, and launch your year with unforgettable stories. Don’t miss your next must-read adventure!
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