Hachette Book Group

01/10/2026

From major film buzz and sequel announcements to rave reviews, award nominations, and wall-to-wall media coverage, Hachette books and authors were everywhere this week.

Big conversations, bold stories, and serious momentum across screens, shelves, and headlines.

Tap through to catch all the highlights 📚✨

01/10/2026

HOW TO LOSE A GOBLIN IN TEN DAYS by Jessie Sylva and read by Maggie Bain is a Spotify Editor's Pick of January 2026!

01/10/2026

🥳 Happy Publication Day to HUSH by world-renowned body language expert Linda Clemons!

Called "a masterclass in how to command a room without uttering a single word," by Minda Harts, HUSH will teach you to harness the power of silence and let your presence speak volumes.

Whether you’re leading a boardroom, stepping onto a stage, or navigating a social situation, mastering body language is one of the most valuable skills you can develop—and there’s no one better to learn from than Linda Clemons.

Order now at https://bit.ly/3YWZwP1

01/09/2026

Most Anticipated Fiction

These are the stories we can’t stop thinking about.

From bold new voices to masterful storytellers at the top of their craft, these upcoming novels are already sparking conversation, imagination, and anticipation.

Each one offers a world to step into — rich with character, tension, and heart — and reminds us why fiction remains one of the most powerful ways to explore who we are and how we live.

Which story are you most excited to get lost in?

01/08/2026

Big news to kick off the year! 🎉

6 Hachette titles were just named to Amazon’s Best Books of January 2026 list!

From sweeping histories to unforgettable memoirs, bold nonfiction, page-turning sci-fi & fantasy, and standout children’s books, there’s something for every kind of reader.

📚 Which one are you adding to your TBR? Tell us below!

01/08/2026

Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist and author Jonathan Capehart joined Michelle Obama on IMO Podcast for an intimate conversation about identity, self-love, and belonging.

In this clip, Jonathan speaks about the power of knowing yourself so fully that you’re able to set and maintain boundaries—even with loved ones who may not understand your journey. It’s a theme drawn directly from his memoir, Yet Here I Am, where Jonathan reflects on the experiences that shaped his voice, values, and sense of self.

▶️ Watch the clip and discover Yet Here I Am for more of Jonathan’s story.

01/07/2026

GAYSIANS by Mike Curato is nominated for a GLAAD Media Award (for Outstanding Original Graphic Novel/Anthology)!

Jacob Tierney’s ‘Heated Rivalry’ starring Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams netted a nom for outstanding new TV series while THR landed in the outstanding magazine overall coverage category.

01/07/2026

We’re excited to share that Grand Central Publishing (Hachette Book Group) and Hachette UK's division of Little, Brown Book Group have jointly acquired TRUE CRIME, a memoir by international bestselling author Patricia Cornwell, publishing May 5, 2026.

In this powerful and deeply personal book, Cornwell—best known for her iconic Dr. Kay Scarpetta series—shares the story behind the storyteller, tracing the experiences that shaped her life and career. The memoir will be released alongside a striking cover image by Annie Leibovitz and ahead of the Amazon Prime series Scarpetta, starring Nicole Kidman and Jamie Lee Curtis.

Learn more about the book, the acquisition, and what readers can expect in the full article here:

Patricia Cornwell announced that she will be releasing a new memoir called 'True Crime' on May 5, 2026 and gave PEOPLE a first look at the book's new cover.

01/07/2026

Self-love isn’t just a feeling, it’s a practice. 📖💛

The books we return to, learn from, and see ourselves reflected in can shape how we care for our minds, our health, and our sense of purpose. Reading has been shown to reduce stress, strengthen motivation, support personal growth, and increase overall life satisfaction; all essential elements of self-love.

This Self-Love Month, we’re spotlighting Hachette titles that encourage reflection, healing, confidence, and growth. Whether you’re looking to reset, recharge, or reconnect with yourself, these reads are here to support the journey.

Which book are you picking up for yourself this month? ✨

01/06/2026

Today is Pub Day 📚✨

We’re celebrating the release of Hush by world-renowned body language expert Linda Clemons!

This powerful read explores how silence, posture, and presence can communicate confidence, influence, and authority before you ever say a word. From the boardroom to everyday life, Hush shows how mastering nonverbal communication can completely change how you show up and how the world responds to you.

Words matter. But presence matters more.

What’s one situation in your life where you want your presence to speak louder than your words?

01/05/2026

Our Next Chapter is Shaping Up Nicely. 👀📖

Here’s a look at some of the books on the way; stories we’re proud to publish and can’t wait for readers to discover. Keep an eye out.

01/05/2026

Welcome to Hachette Book Group!

We are excited to announce two major appointments, naming former Houghton Mifflin Harcourt and HarperCollins executive Ed Spade as SVP of commercial operations and longtime agent Abigail Koons as VP of subsidiary rights.

Spade (l.), a former executive at Houghton Mifflin Harcourt and HarperCollins, has been named SVP for commercial operations at Hachette Book Group, while Koons, a longtime agent, has been appointed VP of subsidiary rights.