2026-05-07
The Best New Books of May 7 to 20, 2026
This issue of The VibeReads Weekly covers every book released between May 7 and May 20, 2026. If you are looking for a heartwarming story about connection and community, Katherine Center's The Shippers might be exactly what you need. These books were ranked by vibe match on VibeReads, the best app for mood readers.
Every book that landed, ranked
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Behind Five Willows
Behind Five Willows by June Hur is for readers who enjoy historical mysteries set in Joseon-era Korea.
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An Ordinary Sort of Evil
An Ordinary Sort of Evil by Kelley Armstrong is for those who like their urban fantasy with a touch of the macabre.
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The Shippers
The Shippers by Katherine Center is for anyone looking for a heartwarming story about connection and romance.
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Good Joy, Bad Joy
Good Joy, Bad Joy by Mikki Brammer is for readers seeking a thoughtful exploration of life's complex emotions.
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The One Day You Were My Husband
The One Day You Were My Husband by Rosie Walsh is for fans of twisty domestic suspense and relationship drama.
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Score
Score by Kennedy Ryan is for those who love a powerful, emotional romance with strong characters.
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Light Wielder
Light Wielder by Rachel Schneider is for fantasy enthusiasts who enjoy magic and epic quests.
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Canon
Canon by Paige Lewis is for poetry lovers who appreciate vivid imagery and introspective verse.
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Smash or Pass
Smash or Pass by Birdie Schae is for readers who enjoy lighthearted, contemporary romance with a fun premise.
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Shapes of Love
Shapes of Love by L.V. Peñalba is for those who appreciate exploring different facets of human relationships.
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Hungered
Hungered by Amanda Rizkalla is for dark fantasy fans who enjoy stories with intense atmosphere and rich lore.
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Where Secrets Sleep: Book 2 in The Secrets Trilogy
Where Secrets Sleep: Book 2 in The Secrets Trilogy by CherAnn Wright is for readers invested in ongoing romantic suspense series.
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Breath and Bone
Breath and Bone by K.V. Johansen is for fantasy readers who like intricate world-building and mythic undertones.
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Fever Dream
Fever Dream by Elsie Silver is for contemporary romance readers who enjoy cowboy themes and small-town settings.
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Safari Murder Party
Safari Murder Party by Rachel Moore is for cozy mystery fans who enjoy unique settings and quirky characters.
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The Golden Jackal
The Golden Jackal by Bianca D'Arc is for those who enjoy paranormal romance with a touch of the exotic.
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The Hope Keeper
The Hope Keeper by Heather Webb is for historical fiction readers who appreciate emotional depth and resilience.
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The Nowhere Sisters
The Nowhere Sisters by Jan Casey is for readers who enjoy a story about family secrets and self-discovery.
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Dungeon Crawler Carl: Crocodile
Dungeon Crawler Carl: Crocodile by Tevagah is for LitRPG fans who enjoy adventure in a game-like setting.
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Catch and Kill
Catch and Kill by Craig Schaefer is for thriller enthusiasts who appreciate gritty action and complex plots.
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The Daisy Chain Flower Shop
The Daisy Chain Flower Shop by Laurie Gilmore is for fans of charming contemporary fiction set in a delightful small business.
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Every Shattered Note
Every Shattered Note by Claudia Y. Burgoa is for romance readers who enjoy stories with musical themes and emotional depth.
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Tom Clancy Rules of Engagement (A Jack Ryan Novel)
Tom Clancy Rules of Engagement (A Jack Ryan Novel) by Ward Larsen is for readers who enjoy geopolitical thrillers and spy novels.
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The Family Secret
The Family Secret by Patricia Gibney is for crime fiction readers who appreciate dark mysteries and intricate police procedurals.
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The Chef's Kiss
The Chef's Kiss by Mir Ahadul Islam is for those who enjoy contemporary romance with a culinary twist.
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By genre
Romance
Mystery and Thriller
Horror
Sci-Fi
Literary and Contemporary
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