February 26th is a day many authors celebrate, whether they know it or not. That’s because this Thursday is “Tell a Fairy Tale Day”, a day to celebrate the oldest of magical tales. Fairy tales are a huge part of our reading lives, so a day like today is a joyous time that should be celebrated by all. Whether it’s Aesop or a more modern fairytale, today is a great time to celebrate the writers and their stories.
The Crime Lord’s Property by Charmaine Ross (Vahiri Prime Series)
To save her brother, she offers herself in his place, signing a contract that makes her the property of Drazex Draven, chief enforcer of the most feared crime family on Vahiri Prime. Towering, lethal, and known for ruthless efficiency, Drazex is the last male anyone would expect to show restraint. Yet instead of treating her as a disposable asset, he surprises her with small mercies and guarded protection that hint at something far more complicated than ownership.
As enforcers within House Draven begin turning up dead, she becomes the only one capable of uncovering the truth behind the killings. The investigation forces them into dangerous proximity, blurring the lines between duty and desire. In The Crime Lord’s Property by Charmaine Ross, power and vulnerability collide amid betrayal and conspiracy. If the enemy lies within their own ranks, exposing the truth could destroy House Draven and cost them both everything.
Knot What You Expected by Holly Monroe (Reality TV Omegas)
Ariana Cooley has spent ten years in love with Sax, the charming Beta she knows only through a screen. She joins a reality show to finally meet him, determined to avoid Alphas after losing her brother to Foresaken Omega Syndrome. The show promises romance, but there is a twist. Ariana must live with Sax on camera for a week. The fantasy shatters when she discovers he is not a Beta at all. He is an Alpha, and he comes with complications she never saw coming. Knot What You Expected is the first book in the Reality TV Omegas Series by Holly Monroe.
Gone for Good by Sarah Crossan
Seized from her home in the middle of the night, Connie Ryder is sent to Silver Lake Academy, a remote institution for so called troubled teens. In Gone for Good by Sarah Crossan, she quickly discovers the facility is harsh, isolating, and far more dangerous than advertised. When Connie is assigned the bed of a girl who vanished without explanation, questions begin to surface. As she searches for answers about Belle’s disappearance, Connie uncovers a network of secrets and manipulation that threatens her safety and forces her to confront the truth behind Silver Lake’s strict control.
Here is a list of all of the new books releasing today:
New Book Releases for February 26th, 2026
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Vince is the Entertainment Editor at Book Notification. His first book was Green Eggs & Ham by Dr. Seuss, and his passion for reading took off from there. He'll read just about anything, but can usually be found re-reading his favorite Pynchon novels and Seattle Mariners box scores.