Hot Book News for the New Year: 2026 Releases, TBR Picks & Book-to-Screen Adaptations

from The Open Books Podcast · host Colby Lansou and Amber Borchers

Send us Fan MailIt’s time for our January Book News episode! We’re kicking off the new year by talking about the biggest January book releases, the books we’re adding to our 2026 TBR, and all the upcoming book-to-screen adaptations readers are buzzing about.From thrillers to romance, we break down what’s worth the hype and what we’re most excited to read next. We also discuss adaptations like His and Hers and People We Meet on Vacation, plus what this year might look like for readers and adaptations alike.Grab your TBR and come hang out with us.Intro Music by @djcolbyd_neworleans & love-3lau Use code AMBER65647 at checkout to get your new clothes from Comfrt at Comfrt.com!Support the show

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Send us Fan Mail It’s time for our January Book News episode! We’re kicking off the new year by talking about the biggest January book releases, the books we’re adding to our 2026 TBR, and all the upcoming book-to-screen adaptations readers are buzzing about. From thrillers to romance, we break down what’s worth the hype and what we’re most excited to read next. We also discuss adaptations like His and Hers and People We Meet on Vacation, plus what this year might look like for readers and ad...

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