Every year brings a wave of new books, but some stand out immediately, whether through powerful storytelling, reader buzz, or international recognition. As we step into the latest round of releases, here are titles worth putting on your shelf.
📌 Spotlight: 2025 Readers’ Favorite Gold Medal Winners
The prestigious Readers’ Favorite Book Awards highlight excellence across genres. Here are some of this year’s Gold Medal Winners:
- Rich Relationships by K.R. Miller (Non-Fiction – Marketing)
- Born of Water by A.L. Knorr (YA Fantasy)
- The Wild Rose and the Sea Raven (Fantasy/Mythology)
- Just Love Her by Raz Mihal (Non-Fiction – Religion/Philosophy)
- Chasing Money by Michael Balter (Fiction – Crime)
- HAPPYAGONY by Mem Ferda (Poetry – Love/Romance)
🏆 These winners span everything from spirituality to crime thrillers, proving that great stories truly come in every form.
🔦 New Releases Already Turning Heads
Eastern Shadows by Peter Nordgren
A tense and atmospheric thriller set in Thailand. A missing woman. A mother who won’t give up. A journalist drawn into a world of corruption and buried truths.
In the Darkness of Shards: Poems from a Broken Place by Catherine Anne Castillo
A raw and soul-baring poetry collection. Each piece is sharp, intimate, and unforgettable — a companion for anyone navigating brokenness or healing.
Just Love Her by Raz Mihal (Gold Medal Winner)
Part reflection, part philosophy, part spiritual meditation — this award-winning book invites readers to explore divine love and soul connection. It’s already making waves in the Religion/Philosophy category.
🌟 Why These Belong on Your Radar
- For thrill-seekers: Eastern Shadows, Chasing Money, Born of Water
- For soul-searchers: Just Love Her, HAPPYAGONY, Rich Relationships
- For fantasy lovers: Born of Water, The Wild Rose and the Sea Raven
Whether you’re looking for raw emotion, heart-stopping suspense, or deep reflection, 2025’s list of new releases and award winners has something for you.
👉 Which of these new titles will you be adding to your TBR pile first? Let us know in the comments.