Your Guide to Australian Book Releases in 2026

As another year of storytelling unfolds, we’re keeping track of the incredible books being released by Australian authors throughout 2026. From fantasy realms and swoony romances to gripping thrillers, literary fiction, memoirs, and everything in between, this list is a growing celebration of the stories making their way onto shelves this year.

We’ll be updating this page throughout 2026 as new releases are announced, covers are revealed, and more books find their launch dates. Whether you’re building your TBR, searching for your next favourite Australian read, or hoping to discover authors you may not have come across before, we hope this list becomes a cosy little corner of the internet to return to all year long. 📖

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January 2026

Looking for more details and blurbs? Read our full January release guide here.

February 2026

Looking for more details and blurbs? Read our full February release guide here.

Fantasy

These Grave Hearts by  K.E. Barden - Find it on Amazon

Prophecy of the Seven by K.S. Elliott - Find it on Amazon

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