It’s Friday, and today the world celebrates the life of Nelson Mandela. The great man was born on July 18th, so he is celebrated on this day each year. Mandela was not only a peacemaker but also an author, with numerous bestselling books. In honor of him, the U.N. asks that you spend 67 minutes of your day helping others because he spent 67 years doing the same. You can get started after checking out today’s new book releases.
Crashing Waves is the first book in the Lighthouse Series by Kelsey Kingsley. Haunted by years of neglect and emotional abuse, a young man grows up believing he is unworthy of love. His desperate need for approval drives him to extremes, even enlisting in the military, in the hope of earning what he was always denied.
The one person who ever saw his worth was Laura, his high school sweetheart. But fear and self-doubt push her away time and again. Now, he must confront the painful truth that his past may be shaping his future, unless he finds the strength to believe he deserves more.
Operation Crosslegs Hurricane is a political satire by JC Ryan. Six powerful women launch a bold political movement using social media, a forgotten Treasury rule, and ancient Greek tactics. Their campaign grows from a small family initiative into a nationwide phenomenon that confounds the FBI and disrupts Washington. Politicians scramble to understand the actual demands of the movement as it challenges the status quo.
Their Little Ghost is a dark stalker romance by Holly Bloom. Three psychopaths broke free from Sunnycrest Asylum and invaded her privileged life. Their obsession with her knows no limits and leads to cruel, twisted games. She struggles between playing by the rules and the dark desires they awaken inside her. As their toxic fixation grows, escape becomes urgent before it’s too late.
The Beneath the Blaze Series by Luna Mason continues with Ignite. Conan has always solved problems with violence, living as a brutal hunter in the shadows. After a car crash, nurse Hallie Morris enters his life, healing more than just his wounds and awakening feelings he never expected. Their intense connection is tested by Conan’s dark past and dangerous world. Hallie finds her spark again through racing, but falling for Conan draws her into a deadly war she never saw coming. Both must face whether their love can survive the violence and secrets that threaten to destroy them, or if it will be their salvation.
Here is a list of all of the new books releasing today:
New Book Releases for July 18th, 2025
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.