Top Books 2026: The Best Adult Fiction and Kids’ Books Everyone Will Be Talking About

Can you believe Morgan is being ghosted by her ex? And not in the metaphorical way either. In Seeing Other People, that phrase becomes very literal. She went on one date with Zach, and now he’s dead, haunting her, and just as confused about the situation as she is. He doesn’t want to spend eternity hovering around Morgan’s life, but since he can’t remember enough about his past, neither of them knows how to make him move on. Talk about an awkward second date…that never even happened.

Things somehow get even more unbelievable at a support group for humans and their haunters, where Morgan meets Sawyer. His ghost problem is the complete opposite: his fiancée has died, become a ghost, and is slowly fading away, and he’s not ready to let her go. So, of course, Morgan and Sawyer decide to help each other untangle their very strange, very haunted problems. And while they’re trying to deal with literal ghosts from their pasts, they start developing feelings for each other, proving that even when the afterlife gets involved, messy, unexpected connections are still very much alive.

What if the former right-hand to a dark sorcerer is officially done with villainy and ready for a fresh start? In Violet Thistlewaite Is Not a Villain Anymore, Violet is determined to become a better person, which, in her mind, looks like moving to the quiet town of Dragon’s Rest, opening a flower shop, and keeping her sentient (and slightly murderous) houseplant on a very short leash. No curses, no ominous prophecies—just bouquets, friendly neighbors, and a whole lot of pretending her past never happened.

Naturally, things don’t stay peaceful for long. Violet ends up sharing a greenhouse with Nathaniel Marsh, a grumpy alchemist who has no time for flowers, cheer, or the very intriguing witch next door. When a magical blight starts wiping out plants across town, the two are forced to team up—despite their baggage, their clashing personalities, and the inconvenient spark growing between them. With old secrets resurfacing and the town at risk, Violet has to face the big question: can someone with a villainous past really earn a happy ending?

In A Pair of Aces, bestselling coauthors Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray take readers into the glittering, dangerous underworld of 1930s New York where power is traded in secrets, and survival often depends on who owes you a favor. At the center are two women who couldn’t be more different, yet are forced into an uneasy alliance: Eunice Carter, Manhattan’s first Black female prosecutor, and Polly Adler, a savvy, high-class madam whose brothel draws the city’s most famous and most untouchable men.

Eunice has one target: Lucky Luciano, the notorious mob boss who seems impossible to pin down. Eunice’s bold insight is to pursue the syndicate where it hides in plain sight: prostitution. But Luciano is slippery, insulated by fear and loyalty, and Eunice needs access to a world she can’t enter alone.

Part courtroom drama, part cat-and-mouse crime story, A Pair of Aces is a propulsive historical novel about an unlikely partnership, moral complexity, and two underestimated women who reshape what justice can look like when the system was never built for them.

The Irresistible Urge to Fall for Your Enemy by Brigitte Knightley is a slow-burning romance that pairs danger, banter, and forbidden attraction in a world divided by rival magical factions. When assassin Osric Mordaunt becomes desperately ill, the only person who may be able to save him is Aurienne Fairhrim, a gifted healer from an enemy order. At the same time, Aurienne and her fellow healers are struggling to contain a mysterious resurgence of a deadly Pox, forcing her into an uneasy alliance with the very man she should never trust.

As Osric and Aurienne work together to uncover the truth behind his illness and the outbreak spreading around them, their partnership becomes charged with tension, wit, and undeniable chemistry. Blending an enemies-to-lovers romance with fantasy intrigue, the novel offers a sharp, humorous voice, a high-stakes mystery, and a romance built on resistance, rivalry, and reluctant desire.

The Exquisite Torment of Loving Your Enemy by Brigitte Knightley raises the stakes in this witty and romantic sequel, continuing the story of Osric and Aurienne as their fragile alliance deepens into something far more dangerous. Osric, an assassin of the Fyren Order, and Aurienne, a healer sworn to an opposing path, are still divided by everything they have been taught to believe about right and wrong. Yet with every secret meeting and healing session, the line between enemy and ally grows harder to define, and the attraction between them becomes impossible to ignore.

As a deadly plague spreads across the Tīendoms, Osric and Aurienne uncover a larger and more sinister threat behind the outbreak, one that could tip the balance between peace and war. Blending forbidden love, sharp banter, and high-stakes fantasy intrigue, the novel delivers a swoony slow burn that turns even more intense as the pair is forced to confront not only the danger around them but the feelings they can no longer deny.

In the city that never sleeps, a lonely empty-nester, an injured baseball pro, a withdrawn retiree, and a cautious young waitress find themselves forming an unlikely bond during late nights at an all-night diner. Over coffee, pancakes, and shared worries, Sybil steps in to knit the group together, Zeke finds purpose again, Julian quietly tries to rebuild his life, and Betty lets them in just enough to feel seen.

Within months, their chance meetings turn them into a fragile found family. But when one of them vanishes in the middle of the night, the others are drawn into a mystery worthy of the true-crime shows Sybil loves. As they search for answers, they must confront what they do not know about one another and what they are willing to risk to save a friend and, in the process, themselves.

In I’m Not the Only Murderer in My Retirement Home, former serial killer Carol is ready for a fresh start. After years behind bars, she’s traded her prison cell for a luxurious retirement community and is determined to live quietly, make a few friends, and keep her murderous instincts firmly in the past. No more killing. No more trouble. No more attention.

But peaceful retirement doesn’t last long. When a fellow resident turns up dead, suspicion quickly falls on Carol. Surrounded by former cops, barristers, and government officials, she suddenly finds herself trapped in the worst possible place for someone with her history. Everyone is watching, everyone has opinions, and Carol knows better than anyone that once people believe you’re capable of murder, it’s hard to convince them otherwise.

Now, if she wants to protect her fragile second chance, Carol will have to do the one thing she never expected: solve a murder without committing one.

Darkly clever, deliciously offbeat, and surprisingly heartfelt, Fergus Craig’s debut delivers a fresh twist on the cozy mystery. With a heroine who is equal parts unsettling and irresistible, I’m Not the Only Murderer in My Retirement Home is a smart, funny, and thoroughly entertaining read for fans of The Thursday Murder Club and Killers of a Certain Age.

In The Fortune Tellers of Rue Daru by Olesya Salnikova Gilmore, 1920s Paris shimmers with glamour on the surface and hums with secrets underneath. Zina and her guarded grandmother, Baba Valya, have built a fragile kind of safety in the Russian émigré neighborhood on Rue Daru, running a tearoom by day and offering fortunes (and staged séances) by night. Zina’s gift is real and dangerous: she can reach beyond the veil, and Valya has spent years trying to keep her from inviting the dead too close.

Everything changes when an exiled Romanov princess and her brother arrive with an impossible request for answers about a long-buried mystery tied to their missing father, a grand duke whose fate was never fully explained. Drawn into their desperation, Zina agrees to help, but the inquiry cracks open old wounds in the community and stirs up a past Valya has fought to keep hidden. When a séance goes wrong, the consequences are immediate and chilling: a restless presence begins to haunt Zina, and the tearoom starts to feel like a trap.

As Zina digs deeper, she uncovers threads that connect the Romanovs’ tragedy to her own family history, including painful truths surrounding her mother’s death. With danger tightening around the women on Rue Daru, Zina must decide who she can trust, what her powers are truly for, and how much she’s willing to risk to bring the truth into the light. Gothic, atmospheric, and emotionally sharp, The Fortune Tellers of Rue Daru blends historical intrigue with supernatural suspense in a story about legacy, survival, and the price of unearthing what was meant to stay buried.

Lynn Cullen’s WHEN WE WERE BRILLIANT reimagines Marilyn Monroe beyond the bombshell veneer, revealing a sharp, ambitious woman determined to direct her own narrative. Through Marilyn’s complicated friendship with documentary photographer Eve Arnold, Cullen peels back the performance to find the perceptive Norma Jeane, someone who understands the power of image and seeks a collaborator who can capture her inner truth. Building on the author’s talent for illuminating overlooked women’s history, this novel shifts the spotlight from mythology to the messy, human woman at its center.

Set in New York, 1952, the story follows Eve, a rising photographer in a male-dominated field, as she’s drawn into Marilyn’s orbit after an unexpected proposition: make photographs that matter for both of them. Their partnership tests ambition, loyalty, and the cost of fame, while exploring how society praises driven men and punishes driven women. Cameos from cultural icons add sparkle, but it’s the intimate, unguarded moments between Eve and Marilyn that make this a compelling portrait of two women helping each other shine.

In The Forty-Year Grudge, legendary sleuth Aubrey Merritt agrees to attend her sorority’s fortieth reunion, bringing along her capable-but-understated assistant, Olivia Blunt. Aubrey isn’t there for nostalgia or sisterhood; she’s there because an old friend has received an anonymous death threat, and the weekend has all the warning signs of trouble.

Once the group is back together, the past comes roaring to life. Long-held resentments, half-buried secrets, and decades of rivalry surface fast, turning the reunion’s forced smiles and friendly toasts into something sharper and more dangerous. Then a murder shatters the weekend with a victim who changes the entire shape of the case. Suddenly, Aubrey and Olivia aren’t just untangling old grudges; they’re trying to keep a room full of women with complicated histories from becoming either suspects…or targets.

With an intricate, page-turning puzzle and an ensemble of vividly drawn characters, The Forty-Year Grudge delivers a smart, stylish whodunit that welcomes new readers while rewarding fans of Aubrey and Olivia’s unlikely, irresistible teamwork.

In bustling prewar Warsaw, two very different young women find their lives unexpectedly entwined. Fanny Zelshinsky, raised among the city’s cultured Jewish elite, is on the cusp of artistic acclaim but fears that marriage will dim her creative fire. Zosia Dror, newly arrived from a strict shtetl and hungry for purpose, throws herself into a Jewish youth movement while trying to ignore the pull of the city’s pleasures and a charismatic fellow activist.

When Wanda Petrovsky, Zosia’s movement leader and Fanny’s beloved photography professor, disappears, Fanny and Zosia form a fragile alliance to find her. As antisemitic tensions sharpen around them, their search becomes a test of loyalty, desire, and courage, forcing each woman to decide what she’s willing to risk for art, freedom, and the future she dares to imagine.

In The House of Hidden Letters, Izzy Broom blends sun-soaked escapism with emotional depth in a dual-timeline story set on the Greek island of Folegandros. Skye MacKinnon is desperate for a reset, so when she wins a lottery that allows her to buy a run-down island cottage for just one euro, she leaves England behind, determined to outrun the secrets she’s been carrying. But starting over isn’t as simple as changing the view. Skye keeps her distance from the other new arrivals, and even the warmth of the local contractor, Andreas, can’t easily break through the careful walls she’s built.

As Skye begins renovating the cottage, she uncovers a bundle of old letters hidden within the home, messages that open a doorway into Folegandros’s past during World War II. The letters reveal a moving story of love, endurance, and the quiet heroism of ordinary people living through extraordinary hardship. With each discovery, Skye finds herself pulled deeper into the island’s history, and into a community that starts to feel less like a temporary escape and more like the beginning of belonging.

As the past and present entwine, Skye is forced to confront her own unresolved pain and decide whether she’s truly ready to step into a new chapter. The House of Hidden Letters is a transporting read about the stories homes keep, the connections that heal us, and the courage it takes to let yourself be found.

The Pie & Mash Detective Agency is about a millennial duo that is witty, mismatched, and more enthusiastic than qualified. Graduates from a dubious “how to be a PI” course, they jumped straight into their first real mystery. Jane and Simon’s playful, Nick-and-Nora-style chemistry powers them through a tangle of odd acquaintances, each with motives they’d rather keep hidden. What begins as a lark quickly turns serious as the pair realizes their classroom lessons didn’t cover nosy neighbors, slippery alibis, or the way secrets multiply in close quarters.

With brisk pacing, cozy vibes, and gleefully British humor, the case becomes a test of their instincts, their nerve, and their partnership. J.D. Brinkworth leans into the meta fun, delivering a debut that balances banter with genuine stakes. It’s a charming setup for a series: two amateur sleuths who learn on the job, roast each other lovingly, and discover that solving crimes is equal parts observation, improvisation, and sheer cheek.

The Lovely Bones meets Promising Young Woman in Saint Delilah, a feminist supernatural suspense novel with touches of horror and romance. In this gripping story, a murdered woman’s ghost refuses to fade quietly into the afterlife. Instead, she sets out to uncover the truth about her death and make sure the man who killed her pays for it.

When Delilah wakes in the space between life and death, she remembers only pain, rage, and the certainty that someone murdered her. She knows she is dead, but she does not know who took her life. As she drifts in a terrifying limbo, sinister creatures begin to circle, feeding on her suffering and threatening to turn her into something monstrous before she can find peace.

Atmospheric, sharp, and emotionally charged, Saint Delilah subverts the familiar image of a dead girl in the woods by refusing to let Delilah become a passive victim in her own story. With eerie small-town superstition, rich prose, and unforgettable twists, Isabelle Spotts delivers a haunting novel about justice, vengeance, and the fierce refusal to be forgotten.

In Dhampira, paranormal romance author Amy Pennza drops readers into Nocta, a brutal, seductive realm where vampires rule, and every ounce of power is purchased in blood. Corinthe has spent her life hiding what she is, warned that crossing the Feyline (the boundary between the human world and Nocta) means certain danger. But when her supernatural strength slips into the open, she’s captured and “rescued” by Vander, a charismatic knight who carries her straight over the Feyline and into the court of her father: the ruthless vampire king, Rasimir.

Corinthe is ordered to wed Prince Lorcan, Rasimir’s powerful and morally gray favorite, whose hunger for control and blood sparks instant resentment. Before the wedding, Rasimir commands Vander and Lorcan to train Corinthe to master her gifts, forcing the three of them into close quarters where weapons, lessons, and loyalties blur fast. Caught in a court full of predators and agendas, Corinthe has to learn who is an ally, who is an enemy, and what she’s willing to become to survive. As attraction tangles with danger, Dhampira delivers high-stakes vampire politics, dark fantasy atmosphere, and a scorching romantic dynamic that twists familiar tropes into something sharper.

When a magical hotel mysteriously appears in the middle of an utterly ordinary world, falling in love is the last thing anyone expects—least of all Pax Nomen, the devoted manager of the Number Five Wayside Inn and World Travel Hub. Normally, his job is blissfully simple aside from the occasional plumbing catastrophe, but when the hotel becomes stranded in a non-magical realm, even his trusty Wayside Handbook offers no guidance. If Pax can’t find a way to “reboot” the inn and send it back on its enchanted route, its journey—and his purpose—may come to an unexpected end.

Meanwhile, Josie LaChusia is barely holding her life together. A single mom weighed down by debt, self-doubt, and creeping despair, she’s desperate for a fresh start when a strange apartment listing appears on her phone for a building she’s certain wasn’t there before. As fate—or magic—would have it, Pax needs a guest to restore the hotel, and Josie needs a spark of hope. Inside a home shared with faeries, gargoyles, and one particularly irritable gnome, their unlikely meeting might just create the new beginning they both didn’t know they were searching for.

Siriwathi “Siri” Perera is a 28-year-old Sri Lankan American taxi driver hustling through New York nights, nursing grief for her brother and the law career she put on hold. After a brief, kindred encounter with Amaya Fernando, a public defender who shares her roots, Siri’s next fare ends in a nightmare: she reaches JFK to find the passenger dead in her backseat.

Branded the obvious suspect, Siri has five days before her court date to prove she didn’t do it. With Amaya’s legal savvy and Siri’s street-level instincts, the pair chases clues across the boroughs, navigating police pressure, media noise, and the city’s invisible labor that keeps it moving. The case unfolds like a “locked room” puzzle on wheels, part propulsive whodunit, part portrait of immigrant New York and the fragile machinery of the criminal justice system.

Set in a charming small town in Upstate New York, this cozy fall romance follows Julia Schaeffer, the owner of a struggling bed-and-breakfast, and Ethan Duchamp, the childhood sweetheart who once broke her heart. When Ethan returns with a desperate plan to revive his failing PR career by staging a celebrity matchmaking retreat at Julia’s inn, the forced reunion rekindles old tensions, and unexpected feelings.

As the pair navigate lingering hurt, close quarters, and the watchful eyes of their tight-knit community, they must decide whether the spark between them is strong enough to overcome the past and give love a second chance.

Maggie and Arthur’s Magic Moment follows Maggie Linden, a professor of linguistics and incantation translation, who is trying to survive the end of a difficult semester at her magical college. After a Beltane masquerade leads to a kiss with a masked stranger, Maggie returns to campus only to find herself dealing with an even bigger problem: a lab accident caused by the college’s brooding alchemist, Arthur Taliesin, has released a dangerous magical force called a pall. When the damage makes parts of their building unusable, Maggie is forced to share her small basement office with Arthur.

As the two work in close quarters and try to undo the spell threatening the school, Maggie finds it harder to ignore Arthur’s intelligence, charm, and the possibility that she may have misjudged him. Blending magical academia with romance, the story leans into forced proximity, grumpy-sunshine tension, and the mystery of hidden identities. The result is a light, enchanting love story filled with humor, chemistry, and just enough magic to make the romance feel especially fun.

When the Wolves Are Silent by C. S. Harris is a historical mystery set in London in 1816 and the twenty-first installment in the Sebastian St. Cyr series.

The novel follows Sebastian St. Cyr, Viscount Devlin, a former cavalry officer who becomes entangled in a chilling investigation after a young aristocrat is found burned alive on a hill associated with neo-Druid rituals. As Sebastian and his wife, Hero, dig deeper into the crime, they uncover a tangled web of secrets involving his own nephew and a group of privileged young men whose past actions may have made them targets for revenge. As more murders occur—each staged to resemble ancient Celtic sacrifices—Sebastian must unravel the truth behind the killings before escalating violence threatens innocent lives and the fragile stability of the nation.

The Cloak and Dagger Club by Jackie McMahon is a historical mystery set in London in 1930 that blends classic whodunit intrigue with a touch of romance.

The story follows Lucy Hubbard, a rising mystery novelist whose successful debut earns her an invitation to join an exclusive circle of crime writers known as the Cloak and Dagger Club. While attending the group’s glamorous gathering at the Ritz, Lucy must face her former fiancé, Frank Murray, a fellow author whose fame is quickly growing. When the club’s leader is suddenly found murdered, Frank becomes the prime suspect. Determined to prove his innocence, Lucy dives into the investigation herself, uncovering secrets among the club’s members while navigating old feelings and mounting danger before the killer strikes again.

Henry Tudor Must Die by Jillian Laine is a bold historical fantasy that reimagines the story of the wives of Henry VIII.

The novel begins on the eve of Anne Boleyn’s execution in the Tower of London. Just when it seems her fate is sealed, her former rival Catherine of Aragon—believed to be dead—appears with a daring plan to help her escape. The two queens form an uneasy alliance through a secret society known as the Hellebore Sisterhood, a powerful group determined to protect women and challenge the corrupt forces of the Tudor court.

As more of Henry’s wives—including Anne of Cleves and Catherine Parr—join the cause, old rivalries fade and a new sisterhood forms. Together they scheme, infiltrate the court, and plot revenge against the king and the men who wronged them, all while navigating magic, political intrigue, and dangerous secrets.

Blending history with fantasy and feminist themes, the novel imagines what might happen if the women of Tudor England reclaimed their power and rewrote their own stories.

The Summer Share by Jenn McKinlay is a charming contemporary romance about unexpected love, second chances, and the magic of a beachside summer.

The story follows free-spirited travel influencer Hannah Spencer, who has spent years living out of her vintage van with her loyal Great Dane. When she inherits a rundown beach house in Cape Split, North Carolina, she thinks she’s finally found a place to settle down—until she learns she only owns half of it. The other half belongs to Simon O’Malley, a practical and reserved man who plans to sell the property as soon as possible. As Hannah and Simon spend the summer repairing the old cottage together, their clashing personalities slowly turn into friendship—and possibly something more. But with Simon determined to sell the house at the end of the season, they must decide whether their growing connection is worth fighting for.

Family Lies by Karen Rose is a gripping romantic suspense thriller set in the San Diego Case Files series, where long-buried secrets turn deadly.

Homicide detective Kit McKittrick is drawn into a deeply personal case when her foster sister, Akiko, receives a mysterious message from a woman claiming to know her birth mother. Hoping to uncover the truth about her origins, Akiko agrees to meet—but the encounter turns violent when gunfire erupts and a woman is found murdered at the scene. As Kit and police psychologist Sam Reeves investigate, they uncover a tangled web of family secrets, hidden identities, and dangerous betrayals that suggest Akiko’s past may be far more explosive than anyone imagined. As more bodies surface, Kit must race to connect the pieces before the truth destroys everyone involved.

The Paris Match by Kate Clayborn is a poignant, slow-burn contemporary romance set against the backdrop of a destination wedding in Paris.

The story follows Dr. Layla Bailey, who has been telling herself that her divorce from her college sweetheart was amicable and that she has moved on with her life. When she travels to Paris for her former sister-in-law’s wedding—held in the same city where she once honeymooned—Layla is forced to confront lingering emotions, complicated family ties, and the reality of seeing her ex-husband with a new partner. Things become even more complicated when a tense conversation unintentionally causes the bride to question her own wedding plans.

Drawn into the chaos is Griffin Testa, the groom’s guarded and emotionally scarred best man, who challenges Layla’s carefully controlled sense of composure. As the two are pushed together to keep the wedding from unraveling, they form an unexpected connection that forces both of them to question love, loss, and what it truly means to move forward.

Romantic Hero by Kirsty Greenwood is a whimsical, genre-blending romantic comedy about a struggling romance writer whose imagination suddenly becomes all too real.

Gertie Bickerstaff used to make a living writing happy endings, but after a painful breakup she’s hit a creative and emotional block—especially as her ex moves on and her deadline looms. Everything changes when the villain from her unfinished novel, a rugged and very real cowboy named River Oakley, mysteriously appears in her world. Confused but determined to find his way home, River strikes a deal with Gertie: he’ll help her win back her ex so she can finally finish her book, and in return she’ll help him return to his own story.

As the two navigate an increasingly chaotic arrangement, Gertie begins to realize River is far more than just a fictional villain—and the ending she thought she wanted may not be the one she truly needs.

Darby Bozeman delivers a gripping debut that blends pulse-pounding suspense with the charged emotions of first love, heartbreak, and coming of age. With major twists, haunting atmosphere, and strong crossover appeal for readers who love YA, Summer’s Never Over is an addictive adult thriller full of nostalgia, secrets, and danger.

Set at Dread’s Cove, a summer camp tucked into the Georgia mountains beside a beautiful lake, the novel has all the hallmarks of a classic camp story: friendship, late-night adventures, romance, and drama. But beneath the surface, something much darker has always lurked.

Five years ago, Greer left Dread’s Cove and swore she would never return. What began as a magical summer of new friendships, campfire stories, and young love spiraled into terror when a series of threatening incidents began to unsettle the camp. The campers blamed a shadowy figure they called “The Phantom,” inspired by a local ghost story that suddenly felt all too real. The fear culminated in a devastating fire and the death of a fellow counselor, a tragedy everyone was told was an accident.

Now, after the death of her mother, Greer has no choice but to return to the place she has tried so hard to forget.

With its isolated setting, tangled relationships, and jaw-dropping revelations, Summer’s Never Over is an atmospheric thriller that will keep readers guessing until the final page. Dark, juicy, and unforgettable, it’s the perfect summer read for anyone who loves mysteries layered with emotion and nostalgia.

Wild Goose Chase by Sarah Adler is a witty contemporary romantic comedy filled with quirky adventures and unexpected romance.

The story follows antique dealer Callahan “Cal” Leitner, who suddenly finds himself in possession of an illegal taxidermy goose—something that could ruin his career if discovered. When Annie O’Neill temporarily comes to work at the antique shop, she quickly discovers the strange secret and becomes entangled in Cal’s problem. After the mysterious goose disappears, the two are forced to team up to track it down before it can be traced back to them. As their chaotic search unfolds, their reluctant partnership turns into a deeper connection, proving that even the most bizarre situations can lead to love.

Spring may be all flowers and fresh starts, but A Cute Little Murder by Molly Harper proves it’s also a lovely time for a body to drop at a crumbling island hotel. With a cold case, hidden staircases, and just enough chaos to keep things deliciously unhinged, this mystery sounds like the perfect pick for readers who like their cozies with a wink and a sharp little edge. It’s the kind of book you tuck into your tote with sunscreen and a latte, then accidentally finish in one sitting.

The Fritaire Digital Cookbook is your go-to guide for making easy, healthy, and mess-free meals with the Self-Cleaning or Non-Toxic Air Fryer™—whether you’re a total beginner or already deep in your air-frying era. Created by chef and food stylist Laura D’Amico, this collection features over 45 globally inspired recipes drawn from her travels through Europe, Asia, and Latin America. From breakfast favorites to viral snacks, mains, and effortless desserts, each recipe is designed to make the most of Fritaire’s sleek, scrub-free cooking style.

Formatted as a beautifully photographed, instantly downloadable PDF, the cookbook includes step-by-step instructions and lifetime access, so it’s ready whenever inspiration (or hunger) strikes. Every dish has been tested and loved by the Fritaire community—meaning you can skip the trial and error and get straight to the good stuff.

Discover the incredible story of life on Earth with Evolution: The Story of Life on Earth, a visually rich science book that brings one of biology’s most fascinating topics to life for young readers. Through engaging illustrations and clear, approachable explanations, the book explores how life evolved over millions of years—from the earliest microscopic organisms to the complex ecosystems that exist today.

Designed to make big scientific ideas accessible, this beautifully crafted book blends storytelling and science to spark curiosity about the natural world. It’s an inspiring introduction to evolution that encourages kids to ask questions, explore biodiversity, and better understand how life on our planet has changed and adapted through time.

Dive beneath the waves with Zoom: Ocean Adventure, an interactive board book that invites young readers on a playful underwater journey. Each turn of the page reveals vibrant ocean scenes filled with fascinating sea creatures, from colorful reef fish to mysterious deep-sea dwellers, making early learning feel like a discovery.

With clever peek-through pages and bright illustrations, the story encourages curiosity about marine life and ocean habitats. Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, this engaging book combines storytelling and exploration to create a fun, hands-on introduction to the wonders of the ocean.

Launch into a cosmic journey with Zoom: Space Adventure, a playful board book that introduces young readers to the exciting world of outer space. Through colorful illustrations and interactive page design, children follow along on an adventure filled with rockets, planets, and stellar discoveries that make the universe feel both exciting and approachable.

The book’s peek-through pages and imaginative storytelling encourage curiosity about space exploration while keeping little readers engaged from start to finish. It’s a delightful way to spark early interest in science and inspire young explorers to dream about the vast universe beyond Earth.

Step into one of the world’s most vibrant ecosystems with Zoom: Rainforest Adventure, an interactive story that takes young readers deep into the lush, colorful rainforest. As the adventure unfolds, children encounter fascinating animals, towering trees, and hidden jungle surprises that bring this rich habitat to life.

Designed with playful peek-through pages and bright illustrations, the book encourages curiosity about wildlife and biodiversity while making early learning feel like an exciting expedition. It’s a wonderful introduction to nature that invites little readers to explore the beauty and diversity of rainforest environments.

Travel back to the age of dinosaurs with Zoom: Dinosaur Adventure, an engaging board book that brings prehistoric creatures roaring back to life. Young readers follow along on an exciting journey through dinosaur habitats, discovering towering giants and learning simple facts about these fascinating animals along the way.

With colorful artwork and interactive peek-through pages, the book makes every turn of the page feel like a new discovery. It’s a fun and approachable introduction to the prehistoric world that sparks imagination and curiosity in budding dinosaur enthusiasts.

Head to a busy construction zone with Zoom: Building Site Adventure, an interactive board book that introduces young readers to the exciting world of building and construction. As the story unfolds, kids follow along as structures take shape, discovering the vehicles, tools, and teamwork that bring big building projects to life.

Bright illustrations and clever peek-through pages make the experience playful and engaging, helping little readers explore how things are built while encouraging curiosity about engineering and problem-solving. It’s a fun, hands-on story that turns an everyday construction site into an exciting learning adventure.

Britannica All New Children’s Encyclopedia (Updated Edition) opens the door to discovery for curious kids, guiding them on a journey from the beginning of time to the present—and even into the future. With over 400 pages of up‑to‑the‑minute facts, vivid photographs, maps, and illustrations, this beautifully presented encyclopedia covers topics from space and STEM to history and the natural world, all curated and fact‑checked by experts you can trust. It’s a stunning, high‑quality compendium that inspires wonder, supports learning, and offers hours of engaging reading for young minds.

Britannica’s Baby Encyclopedia is the first Britannica encyclopedia created especially for the youngest learners, exploring big ideas through simple, lyrical text and gorgeous illustrations. Covering everything from Earth and animals to shapes, music, and machines, this oversized board book encourages interactive reading experiences that delight both little ones and caregivers. Its clear, engaging pages make early learning fun and accessible right from infancy.

Britannica’s Encyclopedia Infographica transforms learning into a visual adventure, using stunning infographics and illustrations to reveal thousands of fascinating facts about space, Earth, animals, technology, and the human body. With minimal text and maximum visual impact, this encyclopedia is ideal for visual learners and older kids who love to grasp complex ideas at a glance. It’s a beautifully designed resource that makes even the most surprising facts easy to understand and remember.

Britannica First Big Book of Why feeds curiosity by answering more than 100 big questions children naturally ask—like why elephants have trunks or why clouds take different shapes. Expertly illustrated and explained with clarity, this engaging question‑and‑answer book spans animals, space, machines, and more, making complex concepts accessible and fun. It’s a perfect gift for young learners who love to explore the “how” and “why” of the world around them.

Better Than a Touchdown by Jalen Hurts is an inspiring children’s picture book that centers on resilience, teamwork, and the power of community. The story follows a young boy named Jalen who eagerly looks forward to a new school year, especially for the chance to try out for the football team. However, his excitement quickly turns to disappointment when he discovers that the school’s football program has been canceled. Rather than giving up, Jalen and his friends come together, determined to find a way to save the team and keep their shared dream alive.

Through colorful storytelling and heartfelt moments, the book delivers an empowering message about perseverance and the importance of leaning on others during challenging times. With guidance from mentors and the strength of friendship, Jalen learns that success isn’t just about scoring touchdowns—it’s about showing up for one another and working toward a common goal. Ultimately, the story reminds young readers that when people unite with purpose and positivity, they can overcome obstacles and achieve something even greater than they imagined.

A vibrant reimagining of Langston Hughes’ The Weary Blues, this beautifully illustrated collection breathes new life into one of the most influential voices of the Harlem Renaissance. Designed with young readers in mind, it pairs Hughes’ timeless poetry with striking artwork from contemporary Black illustrators, creating an experience that is at once historic and refreshingly modern.

Perfect as both a meaningful gift and a keepsake, this edition transforms classic poetry into a visually rich journey—one that invites new generations to connect with Hughes’ words in a way that feels engaging and accessible.

George the Mouse in a Log Pile House captures the warmth and charm of a timeless classic, inviting readers to slow down in a fast-paced world. It’s a gentle reminder to savor meaningful conversations, quiet moments, and stories that truly make you feel. Set in the cozy world of Log Pile Village, this tale introduces George and his friends, where every winding path leads to a new adventure and every day brings something magical to discover. More delightful stories, beautiful illustrations, and heartwarming adventures are on the way in upcoming books from this enchanting village.

In Log Pile Village, the mice welcome you to wander through their woodland home, where friendship and kindness are at the heart of everything. George treasures his family, his community, and life’s simple joys—like peanuts and a perfectly ripe strawberry on a summer day. Here, mouselings play beneath glowing street lamps, helping paws are always close by, and everyone is embraced with open arms… well, everyone except for cats!

In Winnie the Wise Fairy: A Mindful Fairy Tale from The Enchanted Forest, young readers step into a peaceful woodland where wisdom grows one breath at a time. Winnie is known throughout the Enchanted Forest for her calm spirit and thoughtful guidance, but she wasn’t always so steady—she once struggled with big, overwhelming feelings just like many children do. With gentle support from her mom, Winnie learns how yoga and simple breathing can help create space for those emotions, turning her belly breath into a quiet kind of superpower.

Paired with whimsical illustrations that feel like wandering through a magical forest, this comforting story encourages kids ages 4–10 to slow down, notice their feelings, and discover simple mindfulness tools that help them pause, breathe, and respond with confidence. 

In Bloom the Brave Fairy: A Mindful Fairy Tale from the Enchanted Forest, children are whisked away to a magical woodland where courage begins with something surprisingly simple—a calm moment to breathe. Bloom, a young fairy with worries that feel far too heavy for her tiny wings, learns from a wise elder fairy that slowing down and finding stillness can help quiet those fears. As Bloom practices mindful breathing, she gradually discovers her own inner strength.

With charming illustrations and a gentle message for ages 4–8, this enchanting story blends fairy-tale wonder with meaningful lessons about emotional awareness, confidence, and finding peace within. It’s a sweet and thoughtful choice for bedtime reading, classroom story time, or a heartfelt gift for young readers.