New Book Releases Today: January 23rd, 2025

January 23rd is National Handwriting Day. It’s a bit of a lost art these days which might be a good thing. Could you imagine reading books if they were in the author’s handwriting? I might never finish! Still, it’s a good skill to have that we should all practice now and then. We can start by writing our favorite new books that are coming out today, listed below.

When Alec Met Evie by Jenny Proctor is the latest book in the Appies Hockey Romance Series. The story begins as Evie moves to North Carolina, determined to avoid falling for Alec, her best friend’s older brother and a pro hockey player. But when a housing mishap forces her and her baby daughter to stay with him, their undeniable chemistry becomes impossible to ignore.

Despite warnings that Alec isn’t the settling-down type, Evie struggles with heartbreak fears as she falls for him. Now she must decide if risking her heart is worth the chance at a love she never expected.

The Spencer Dunn Legal Thrillers Series by Peter Kirkland begins with Small Town Trial. The first book in the series sees attorney Spencer Dunn take on a high-stakes case in a coastal town when a pregnant teen is accused of killing a prominent senator. As he uncovers hidden secrets, Spencer must navigate powerful enemies and personal doubts to find the truth.

The Case of the Vanishing Valuables is the first book in the Earl Clawson Series by USA Today bestselling author Leighann Dobbs. Detective Ray Leonard and his sharp-witted cat, Earl, investigate a string of thefts at Tranquility Terrace retirement home. With a quirky cast of suspects and time running out, they must uncover the truth before the thief disappears for good.

The Iron Outlaws MC: Colorado Series by S. Cole begins with The Grief We Hold. The story follows a single mom fleeing her husband’s enemies who crosses paths with a grief-stricken biker seeking vengeance for his family’s murder. As danger looms, their lives intertwine, forcing them to confront their pasts and protect what matters most.

Here is a list of all of the new books releasing today:

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

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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.

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