The Ultimate 2024 Book List

When you find that perfect book, it truly is a magical experience. ✨

There’s nothing quite like it!

It pulls you into an addicting adventure that keeps you turning pages for hours on end. 

Want to know the secret to keep this magic flowing all year round? 

It’s simple really; it’s creating a reading list jam-packed with addicting new books that leave you craving more.

Ready to create your next book list? 

You’re in the right place, my friend!

This ultimate 2024 book list is filled with irresistible book suggestions to fill your own reading list with captivating stories that will keep you turning pages all year round. 

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Why You Should Create a Book List

I went from reading 3-5 books to over 50 books a year by doing two simple things.

The first thing is creating a yearly booklist.

This allowed me to never experience the dreaded “book hangover.” Instead, I now always have a new book title waiting at my fingertips.

It’s also a huge time saver. I no longer spend hours of time sorting through book ideas after completing each book.

I just create a yearly book list at the beginning of the year and start reading!

Here are all my archived lists book lists.

How to Read More in 2024

The second simple thing I incorporated into my life to allow me to read over 50 books a year is listening to audiobooks. 

When you listen to books, you leave your hands (and eyes) free to perform other tasks, allowing you to fit reading into your everyday life with ease. 

This means you can read books while you…

• 🚗 Drive to work
• 🥕 Grocery shop
• 🧼 Clean the kitchen
• 👚 Fold the laundry
• 🥒 Cook dinner
• 🏃 Exercise

The list goes on and on! 

Listening to audiobooks is such a fantastic way to stay entertained throughout the day, allowing you to speed through your binge-worthy book list with ease. 

So, how do you get started with audiobooks? 

I’m sure you’ve heard this before, but by far the best way to listen to audiobooks is through Audible.

Audible is my favorite audiobook service that can be downloaded right to your phone. 

It is simple, easy to use, and always up-to-date with the latest and greatest books on the market.

As a bonus, new members get a FREE trial when they first sign up!

Start your Free Trial with Audible Today!

Bonus Tip: Switch Reading Methods

One additional tip to help read more in the year is to test out different methods of reading. 

Rotate between audiobooks, digital books, and physical copies.

For digital books, of course, Kindles are all the rage (I get it, I’m absolutely obsessed with mine!).

You can find hard-copy books for a fantastic deal in thrift stores (older books) and on Amazon (newer books). 

Top Books to Add to Your 2024 Book List

Alrighty, now that we’ve discussed HOW to read more this year, let’s take a look at some of the best books to read in 2024 to fill your book list!

Non-Fiction

• Supercommunicators by Charles Duhigg: Learn how to master the art of conversation and communication with this highly informative, yet wonderfully entertaining book.
• Outlive by Peter Attia, MD: Learn the latest science-based secrets of extending your lifespan in this great non-fiction read.
• Pageboy by Elliot Page: In his memoir, Elliot Page discusses his struggle as a rising star in Hollywood as a trans man. 
• Spare by Prince Harry: Prince Harry describes his life as the son of King Charles III and Princess Diana. This book includes surprising royal secrets and describes what really goes on in the royal family behind closed doors. So juicy! 
• The Woman in Me by Britney Spears: In her memoir, Britney Spears discusses the struggles of living life as a celebrity and how being trapped in a conservatorship truly affected her. 

Mystery

• The Mystery Guest by Nita Prose: In this sequel to The Maid, Molly returns to help solve another murder in her hotel. But, will Molly’s secret past with the victim put her in danger again?
• Daughter of Mine by Megan Miranda: Hazel Sharp reluctantly returns to her hometown after her father, a longtime detective, dies. But, as the town lake begins to dry up, clues are uncovered that might help Hazel solve the disappearance of her mother. 
• The Concierge by Abby Corson: Dive into this murder mystery, set in a luxury hotel where the concierge is the prime suspect. He quickly teams up with a retired publisher to help get the true story out. But can they solve the case quickly enough to ensure his freedom? 
• The New Couple in 5B by Lisa Unger: After inheriting a luxurious apartment in New York City, Rosie and Chad quickly move into the historic building. But, once a neighbor turns up dead, the couple begins to believe that something sinister is afoot. 
• Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman: A group of retired friends meets every Thursday to discuss cold cases. But, when a wealthy man turns up dead nearby, the friends find themselves at the center of the investigation. 

Thriller

• End of Story by A. J. Finn: Famous mystery author Nicky Hunter receives a strange message, “I’ll be dead in three months. Come tell my story.” As she begins to investigate, a body is found and secrets begin to unravel. 
• The Last Word by Taylor Adams: While staying in a secluded beach house on the coast of Washington, a young woman finds herself in danger after leaving a one-star review on a horror novel. 
• The Heiress by Rachel Hawkins: Get pulled into this page-turner filled with lies, mystery, and drama. After surviving a childhood kidnapping, Ruby McTavish became even more infamous after each of her four husbands died suspiciously. What secrets will Camden, Ruby’s adopted son and sole heir, unravel after her death?
• Zero Days by Ruth Ware: A security expert comes home after an eventful night to find her husband murdered. As the prime suspect, she must quickly use her unique skillset to uncover the truth before it’s too late. 
• Murder Road by Simone St. James: Follow newlyweds April and Eddie who attempt to clear their name after taking a wrong turn and finding a hitchhiker who later dies at the hospital. 
• The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley: A woman arrives at her brother’s beautiful, historic Paris apartment, only to find him missing. As she begins to look for him, she finds evidence to suggest that the historic building is hiding sinister secrets. Can she find her brother before it’s too late? 

Romance

• Expiration Dates by Rebecca Serle: Every time Daphne begins dating a new man, she receives a piece of paper describing how long her relationship will last. But, after meeting Jake, the paper Daphne receives does not list an expiration date. Is this truly her last relationship? 
• Check and Mate by Ali Hazelwood: In an effort to help her family financially, Mallory enters a charity chess event and shockingly beats the charming world champion, Nolan Sawyer. 
• A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams: Follow Ricki as she begins falling in love with a mysterious artist she meets soon after moving into a Harlem brownstone in Atlanta, Georgia. 
• A Fragile Enchantment by Allison Saft: A magical dressmaker hired for the upcoming royal wedding finds herself in hot water after a reporter writes an article about the chemistry between her and the groom. 
• Funny Story by Emily Henry: Reeling from her breakup with Peter, Daphne begins to rebuild her life and look for a new roommate. When she meets Miles, Peter’s new girlfriend’s ex, she knows he is the perfect roommate. Soon, Daphne and Miles band together to make their exes jealous. But, will they fall in love along the way?
• The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood: The most-feared professor of the biology department and a graduate student begin a mutually beneficial fake relationship. But, will their chemistry get in the way of their plans?

Fantasy and Science Fiction

• House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J. Maas: In this third Crescent City Book, follow Bryce Quinlan as she struggles to make her way back to Midgard. If you read the second Crescent City book, I’m sure you’re just as excited as I am to see what happens! 
• Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros: If you’re like me, you missed one of the most popular books in 2023, Fourth Wing. Well, now is the time to add it to our book lists! This instant fantasy-romance best-seller plunges you into a fantasy world to follow a young girl as she navigates her first year of dragon rider school. 
• Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros: This wildly anticipated sequel to Fourth Wing follows Violet into her second year of school.
• Bride by Ali Hazelwood: In an attempt to keep the peace between Vampryes and Weres, the Vamprye council promises Misery Lark in marriage. But, as she navigates this new life, Misery must hide her hidden agenda from the Weres in order to stay alive. 
• Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross: When Iris writes letters to her brother, she slips them under her wardrobe where they disappear and later magically reappear with a reply. Only, the author of the reply is not her brother on the front lines, but rather her arch-rival Roman from work. Just as Iris and Roman slowly begin to build a relationship, Iris leaves to save her brother. 
• The Rook by Daniel O’Malley: With no memory of who she is, Myfanwy Thomas finds herself surrounded by dead bodies in a rainy London park. She soon learns that she is a supernatural underground operative, assigned to protect the United Kingdom. She must protect the secret of her lost memory and learn her complicated role within the agency, all while avoiding the unknown mole attempting to kill her. 

Contemporary and Historical Fiction

• Fourteen Days by Margaret Atwood: Although Margaret Atwood is the main author of this book, several other wildly famous authors, including John Grisham, Celeste Ng, Neal Gaiman, and many more contribute to this book. Each author plays a role as a different neighbor living in a Manhattan apartment building as the COVID-19 pandemic shuts down the city. 
• Women of Good Fortune by Sophie Wan: When Lulu becomes engaged to Shanghai’s most eligible bachelor, she and her two best friends hatch a daring wedding heist to take the groom’s money and run.
• The Women by Kristin Hannah: Dive into a world of chaos and war as you follow Frankie McGrath, a young woman who decides to join the Army Nurse Corps and enter the Vietnam War. 
• The Phoenix Crown by Kate Quinn and Janie Chang: After the terrible 1906 San Franciso earthquake, two young women, desperate to find change in their lives, are determined to solve the mystery of the missing Phoenix Crown. This crown is a famous Chinese artifact and is owned by a missing railroad tycoon the ladies once knew. 
• Yellowface by R.F. Kuang: After witnessing a successful Asian-American novelist die, a woman steals her unfinished work and publishes it as her own. This new book became a major success and she quickly rises as a best-selling author. But, what lengths will she go to keep her secret hidden? 

Books to Become Films

• It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover: Likely one of the most anticipated book-to-movie stories, It Ends with Us is an addicting, page-turner that will keep you reading late into the night. Lily finally finds someone she believes she can spend the rest of her life with. He is a smart, handsome, and caring neurosurgeon. As their relationship unfolds, Lily runs into someone from her past that might change everything.
• Argylle by Elly Conway: The legendary CIA spy Frances Coffrey must team up with troubled man Argylle to save the world. 
• Mickey7 by Edward Ashton: Mickey7 spends his life completing dangerous jobs others wouldn’t dream of. But, when his clone prematurely arrives, he must hide his existence to stay alive. 
• Force of Nature by Jane Harper: Five women leave on a corporate retreat in the Australian Outback, but only four return. As the police begin to investigate, they quickly realize the missing woman is a key witness against her company. 
• The Amateur by Robert Littell: After his wife is killed by terrorists, CIA cryptographer Charlie Heller begins a dangerous journey of revenge. 

Books for the Seasons

*New Addition this year!

If you’re like me, you love reading books that align well with the seasons. Here are some amazing seasonal book ideas to add to your 2024 book list.

Books Perfect for Winter and Spring

• Midnight by Amy McCulloch: Olivia is invited to travel on a luxury Antarctic cruise, a dream she’s had for years. But, as the cruise begins in the icy waters, not all is as it seems. It’s soon discovered that a killer is on the loose and her life may be in danger. 
• Never Lie by Freida McFadden: While looking for a house to buy, a married couple finds themselves stranded in a snowstorm at a secluded mansion. As they spend more time in the grand home, they begin to suspect that they are not alone. 
• The Fury by Alex Michaelides: Immerse yourself in a private Greek Island oasis in this thrilling book, and follow a former movie star as she invites her closest friends on an Easter holiday that ends in murder. 

Summer Books Perfect for the Beach

• Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez: Emma and Justin both have a problem. As soon as they experience a breakup, their ex finds their soulmate. So, they decide to team up, rent a cottage together for the summer, and break this tiresome curse for good. But, will a short fling be enough?
• Come and Get It by Kiley Reid: Desperate to finally graduate, land a job, and buy her first home, Millie finds herself accepting a unique opportunity that could change everything. 

Books Perfect for Fall

• A Witch’s Guide to Magical Innkeeping by Sangu Mandanna: Sera attempts to get her life back on track while maintaining the family inn with her recently deceased aunt and talking fox. With the help of a handsome historian, can she track down an old spell book and regain her magical powers? 
• Starling House by Alix E. Harrow: Dive into the depths of a spooky mansion and follow Opal as she begins to unearth the secrets of Starling Hosue. 
• The Familiar by Leigh Bardugo: In this historical fantasy, follow Luzia Cotado, a servant who uses her magic to make it through her tiresome days. But, when her mistress discovers her powers, Luzia is forced to use them to benefit the family.  
• This Spells Love by Kate Robb: In an effort to forget her ex, a young woman performs a spell that backfires, sending her into an alternate reality. 
• Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney: A family travels to a secluded home on the coast of England to celebrate their grandmother’s Halloween birthday. But, as the tide comes in and the house becomes stranded, family members begin to disappear, one by one.

Holiday Reads for 2024

• A December to Remember by Jenny Bayliss: Three sisters must solve a scavenger hunt and begin the town’s Winter Solstice event before they can receive their inheritance. 
• Love, Holly by Emily Stone: Holly meets a lonely, elderly woman through a letter-writing program. Holly soon embarks on a journey to help this woman reconnect with her family. Along the way, Holly meets and begins falling for a handsome young man. 
• The Christmas Cottage by Samantha Chase: Rumor has it that one night spent at The Christmas Cottage will ensure everlasting love and happiness. Lacey is about to find out if the rumors are true after being snowed in with a man she barely knows.
• Dashing Through the Snow by Debbie Macomber: Two strangers decide to drive home together after learning only one rental car is left. What they learn about each other along the way, and the connection that slowly grows may just be what they both were wishing for.

BONUS: Favorite Books from 2023

If you are looking for even more books to add to your list, you have to take a look at some of my favorites from 2023!

• Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister: A woman watches from her window as her son murders someone in front of their home. At the end of that long day, she falls asleep, only to wake up the day before. Can she stop the murder from happening? 
• From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout: Poppy is chosen by the gods and forbidden to live a life of her own. But, as an uprising begins, Poppy would rather be protecting her family than hiding behind her veil. Many say if you’re a fan of A Court of Thorns and Roses, this book is for you. I completely agree!
• Razorblade Tears by S.A. Crosby: Two fathers go on a journey to find vengeance after they learn their sons have been murdered. 
• Love on the Brain by Ali Hazelwood: After accepting a project offer with NASA, Bee learns she must work with her grad school archnemesis. Will their spark get in the way of their work? 
• Red, White, and Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston: The son of an American president begins falling for a young prince.
• The Ex Hex by Erin Sterling: After casting a seemingly simple hex on her ex-boyfriend nine years ago, skilled witch Vivienne Jones must team up with her ex-boyfriend before their town is destroyed. This is a great book to read in October!
• The Afterlife of Holly Chase by Cynthia Hand: Holly Chase is selfish and unwilling to change her ways, even after a visit by three holiday ghosts. She soon dies and is ordered to become a holiday ghost herself. This book is so… SO GOOD!

Check out my 2023 book list for even more binge-worthy book ideas!

And… there you have it! The ultimate 2024 book list! I truly hope you were able to find some great new books to add to your “To Be Read” list. If so, get ready to dive into some amazing adventures, worlds, and stories… happy reading!