As we look forward to 2025, the horror genre is set to make a splash, especially with highly anticipated releases from renowned authors like Stephen King and Joe Hill. The month of February promises a selection of gripping horror novels, ideal for cozy winter nights spent indoors. This month, not only veteran writers are gracing the shelves, but also a number of thrilling newcomers who bring innovative ideas to the genre. Several of these fresh titles potentially shape up to be standout horror books of 2025.
The themes explored in February’s offerings are diverse, spanning feminist revenge tales, eerie vampirism, unsettling hauntings, and even humanoid spiders. It’s a refreshing reminder of the genre’s evolution following the successful titles of 2024, hinting at an exciting array of narratives that will continue to captivate readers. With so much to explore, fans of horror will certainly find themselves engrossed in the new volumes arriving this month.
1. Listen To Your Sister By Neena Viel
Release Date: February 4, 2025
Neena Viel’s debut, Listen to Your Sister, is garnering interest from fans of Jordan Peele and *Stranger Things*.The story follows Calla Williams, a young guardian to her younger brother who becomes embroiled in a dangerous journey. As they attempt to escape, Calla’s nightmares foretelling doom take shape, adding a chilling layer to this supernatural narrative.This novel promises to weave essential themes within its thrilling plot, making it a literary highlight of the month.
2. Victorian Psycho By Virginia Feito
Release Date: February 4, 2025
For readers with a penchant for revenge horror, Victorian Psycho by Virginia Feito is a must-read. The narrative unfolds with Winifred Notty aspiring to be an exceptional governess for the Pounds family—until she discovers their dark past. This twisty tale, which promises to deliver dark humor alongside fear, has already captured attention through early reviews on Goodreads.
3. The Lamb By Lucy Rose
Release Date: February 4, 2025
Described as a “queer folktale, ” Lucy Rose’s The Lamb invites readers into a haunting narrative. Margot and her mother reside in a secluded cabin, where they feast on lost travelers deemed “strays.”When a woman named Eden arrives, Margot’s world spins out of control. The story promises dark fairy-tale elements intertwined with poignant themes of liberation, making it a captivating debut.
4. These Vengeful Wishes By Vanessa Montalban
Release Date: February 4, 2025
This YA horror novel explores a teenager’s encounter with the malevolent spirit of La Cegua. Vanessa Montalban’s These Vengeful Wishes introduces Ceci and her mother moving into an old manor haunted by the witch, who dispenses brutal justice against deceitful men. Ceci’s relationship with Cegua leads her to a wish-making well, though every wish comes with unwelcome consequences — perfectly blending themes of female empowerment with eerie hauntings.
5. Beta Vulgaris By Margie Sarsfield
Release Date: February 11, 2025
Anticipated among debuts, Margie Sarsfield’s Beta Vulgaris covers important societal issues. This novel follows Elise, a cash-strapped woman who takes a harvesting job in Minnesota. As eerie events unfold, including threats and disappearances linked to a mysterious beet pile, readers will be drawn into an exploration of class, body image, and mental health through a horror lens.
6. The Poorly Made And Other Things By Sam Rebelein
Release Date: February 11, 2025
Following his successful debut, Sam Rebelein returns with a chilling collection titled The Poorly Made And Other Things. This anthology, boasting a 4.75 rating on Goodreads, consists of interlinked stories revealing the themes of loss and loneliness. Set within the eerie Renfield universe, these narratives promise to deliver a range of unsettling tales.
7. Hungerstone By Kat Dunn
Release Date: February 18, 2025
Kat Dunn’s Hungerstone masterfully blends horror and romance, and its 4.17 rating on Goodreads speaks volumes. This queer, feminist reimagining of the classic Carmilla story follows Lenore, whose secretive marriage takes a dark turn with the arrival of the mesmerizing Carmilla, which brings unsettling incidents to the surrounding villages.
8. The Vengeful Dead By Darcy Coates
Release Date: February 18, 2025
Wrapping up the captivating Gravekeeper Series, Darcy Coates’s The Vengeful Dead promises thrilling encounters. The final installment centers on Keira during a climactic showdown against the organization preying on her supernatural abilities, paving the way for a gripping conclusion to the much-loved series.
9. But Not Too Bold By Hache Pueyo
Release Date: February 18, 2025
Details to come!
10. Something In The Walls By Daisy Pearce
Release Date: February 25, 2025
Daisy Pearce’s upcoming release, Something in the Walls, takes readers into the unsettling journey of a child psychologist and a journalist who investigate the strange claims of a 13-year-old girl, Alice Webber. As Alice asserts that she’s tormented by a witch, the duo’s skepticism clashes with the community’s belief in witchcraft. This intriguing setup promises a riveting tale filled with suspense and unexpected twists.
Source: Screen Rant
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