It’s Monday, March 9th, and after losing an hour to Daylight Saving Time yesterday, today arrives with perfect timing: it’s National Napping Day. Consider it an invitation to sneak in a little extra rest and help your internal clock settle back into place.
More than 40 new books are hitting shelves today, so why don’t we take a look at what’s new?
Unmated by Charity Parkerson (Devilish Series)
Bestselling author Charity Parkerson returns with the sixth and latest installment in the “Devilish” series. This M/M paranormal romance world is packed with Weres, demons, gods, and other supernatural beings living just out of human sight, creating a rich, seductive backdrop for every story. As always, the “Devilish” series is best enjoyed in order to fully experience the evolving relationships, mythology, and character arcs that tie the books together.
In Unmated, Aspen and Leif once chose each other despite the divide between werebear and vampire, but the past and their pack’s rules tore them apart. When new alliances force them back into each other’s lives, they must decide whether old love can survive long enough to protect the community depending on them.
Wheel of Ruin by Shawn Whitney (Ascent of Angels Series)
If you enjoy YA science fiction in the vein of Across the Universe by Beth Revis or Red Rising by Pierce Brown, Shawn Whitney’s latest novel may be exactly what you are looking for. Wheel of Ruin delivers another high‑energy, character‑driven adventure set in his expansive sci‑fi universe. It is the fourth book in the “Ascent of Angels” series.
After three centuries in deep space, the colony ship Exsta finally reaches its destination—only to be devastated by a deadly asteroid storm. As the ship collapses around them, Simon must unite the surviving factions and lead a desperate fight to keep what remains of their world alive.
A Summertime Murder by Mary Grand (The Isle of Wight Killings Series)
A Summertime Murder by bestselling author Mary Grand is a cozy mystery, and the fifth book in the “Isle of Wight Killings” series. Author Frances Evesham commented, “I thoroughly enjoyed this intriguing mystery set in a beautiful location with deliciously menacing undercurrents.” A Summertime Murder is perfect if you love Faith Martin and L.J. Ross.
Susan is enjoying a quiet life by the sea when a break-in at the local vet clinic and the sudden death of its lead veterinarian pull her into another mystery. As she uncovers motives and secrets among the small circle of suspects, Susan must piece together the truth before the killer strikes again.
Here is a list of all of the new books releasing today:
New Book Releases for March 9th, 2026
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Based near Toronto, Brandon is a news writer and Book Specialist for Book Notification who covers the world of books, maintains author pages, writes a variety of content, and is an avid reader of non-fiction and biographies.