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Exciting New Releases: Must-Read Books of January 2026

1/14/2026

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On January 13, 2026, several notable books release, including Karl Ove Knausgaard's The School of Night.
Daniyal Mueenuddin's This Is Where the Serpent Lives explores modern Pakistan's complexities.
Jung Chang's Fly, Wild Swans continues her family's story amid China's tumultuous history.
Gabriel Tallent's Crux focuses on a strained friendship in the Mojave Desert.
Upcoming titles include Julian Barnes' Departure(s) and Jennette McCurdy's Half His Age.

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Story summary

On January 13, 2026, several notable books release, including Karl Ove Knausgaard's The School of Night.
Daniyal Mueenuddin's This Is Where the Serpent Lives explores modern Pakistan's complexities.
Jung Chang's Fly, Wild Swans continues her family's story amid China's tumultuous history.
Gabriel Tallent's Crux focuses on a strained friendship in the Mojave Desert.
Upcoming titles include Julian Barnes' Departure(s) and Jennette McCurdy's Half His Age.