Wondering what to read now? If you’re looking for book suggestions, look no further! Here are all the hot new May 2020 book releases for you. I’ll let you know what I’ve read, what I can’t wait to read, and what’s getting all the attention this month.
May is almost here!
Honestly, I don’t if it would ever actually arrive. Quarantine has made April feel like a year instead of just a month. I feel like I can hardly remember what life was like in early March.
Luckily for us bookworms, the publishing industry has not completely shut down.
Although several books had their May publication dates pushed back, I was still able to round up a selection of my most-anticipated May releases.
The highlights of the month:
- The Hunger Games prequel
- Three different books about books
- The sequel to a Newberry-winning book
Have I got you interested? Then keep scrolling to see our picks for the best of the May 2020 book releases.
May 2020 book Releases – Advance Review Copies
The Imperfects
Amy Meyerson
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Harlequin through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
The Jane Austen Society
Natalie Jenner
I received a complimentary copy of this book from St. Martin’s Press through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
Book of the Month – May 2020 Selections
Receiving my blue box from Book of the Month Club is a highlight of every month.
Here’s how it works – each month, they pick 5 books and you get to choose one book or skip until the next month. If you want to add any extra books, then you get them at a discounted price.
Each month is usually a mix of new releases and advance copies of unreleased books. If you are interested in joining, you can use my Book of the Month Club affiliate link to get a discount on your first book!
Here’s a look at the May Book of the Month selections.
The Most Anticipated May 2020 Book Releases
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes
Suzanne Collins
The Libary of Legends
Janie Chang
The Paris Hours
Alex George
All Adults Here
Emma Straub
Beach Read
Emily Henry
To Wake the Giant
Jeff Shaara
The One and Only Bob
Katherine Applegate
What May 2020 book releases are you most excited to read?
I actually completely forgot about the new Suzanne Collins book coming out! It made such a buzz when they announced the news about President Snow, but I haven’t heard anything since. I’m sure everyone will be scrambling to read it as soon as its released!
I’m curious to see how well it does. Making it about President Snow was a pretty daring move on her part.
Bummer about The Jane Austen Society being a little meh! I might skip that one. So many Austen books, so little time… 😀
Yes, Jane Austen has been a hot topic as of late! I think with so many other options out there, this one didn’t do enough to stand out.