I love the Buzz Books editions, as it provides readers and librarians with titles that may not necessarily be on their radar. I always look forward to these Buzz Books editions because it helps me make decisions on what books I should read, recommend and purchase for my program.

Excellent resource for finding new books to read! I’m looking forward to diving into many of these Spring and Summer 2025 volumes!

I haven't gotten one of these in ages so I decided to! I think I need to remember to get these more often as I did enjoy them. The excepts are just enough to get me interested in reading some of these titles, even some of the fiction ones - which isn't something that often happens.

buzz books 2025: spring/summer is a fun and helpful way to preview upcoming books. i loved getting early looks at some highly anticipated titles and discovering new authors along the way. the excerpts were longer than expected and gave a strong sense of each story. great for anyone looking to add to their tbr or plan ahead for new releases.
thank you to netgalley and publishers lunch for this sampler!

📚 Buzz Books 2025 Spring/Summer – A Sneak Peek at the Next Big Reads

I just wrapped up the latest Buzz Books collection, and once again, it has me buzzing with anticipation for the upcoming literary season. This edition offers nearly 50 excerpts from some of the most talked-about upcoming releases, and my TBR has officially spiraled out of control.

✨ Why You Need This Sampler:
🔎 Discover Established Favorites and Fresh New Voices – With excerpts from powerhouse authors like Emma Donoghue, V. E. Schwab, and Maggie Stiefvater, alongside exciting debuts from rising stars like Darrow Farr, this collection captures the full spectrum of contemporary storytelling.
🎯 Try Before You Buy – The NetGalley links at the end of most excerpts are a game-changer, giving you a chance to snag full galleys of the titles that catch your eye.
📖 Genre-Spanning Goodness – From literary fiction and twisty thrillers to thought-provoking nonfiction and heartfelt YA, there’s something for every kind of reader in this collection.
📅 Stay Ahead of the Curve – If you like to be the friend who always knows what the next big book will be, this sampler is your secret weapon.

💬 Final Take: If you’re a book lover who loves discovering fresh voices before they hit the mainstream, Buzz Books is an absolute must. I can’t wait to see which of these titles become the breakout hits of 2025.

💬 Have you read this edition? Which books are you most excited to see hit the shelves this spring and summer?

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I actually really love this. You get a peek at a book before you request and get a link directly to the request page. This is such a neat way to see what’s coming soon.

Love these!!!
Not only do I get a little peek at some of my anticipated reads, I also learn of new titles.

Thank you Publisher’s Launch for providing this compilation! It’s a great resource. There were a few books I already had on my radar and was excited to read an excerpt, but most were brand-new to me. Also super convenient to have the links to NetGalley right there for any you want to request.

Thank you, Buzz Books, for allowing me to preview the books before ordering them. Very informative. I found books that interested me, and I'm looking forward to them.

Thanks to Netgalley and Publishers Lunch for the eARC in exchange for an honest review!

Thank you for the opportunity to preview excerpts from the books I was planning to request. It really helps to make a more informed decision about which ones to go for.
Thank you to Publishers Lunch and NetGalley for providing this eARC in exchange for an honest review.

While conceptually brilliant, the format does not allow for the enjoyment of all the works. I wish this were a little bit more traditionally published.

As far as the selection is concerned, it was very average. I had a very tepid response to them

Thank you NetGalley for sharing your summer reading guide. There is a lot in here but something about the format made it difficult for me to engage.

Thank you to Netgalley and Publishers Lunch Buzz Books for a copy provided for an honest review.

I didn’t find very many books that appealed to me in this issue for some reason. This is my fifth read through of Buzz Books selections. I had four books by previously read writers that I was interested in reading excerpts including The Ghostwriter by Julie Clark, Gothictown by Emily Carpenter, The Girls of Good Fortune by Kristina McMorris, and Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by VE Schwab. The debut section was quite impressive. I found the Nonfiction and Young Adult selections limited.

There were a few books in the debuts that have caught my eye previously and this helped me narrow those down to a few that might interest me. I did enjoy that there was a graphic novel excerpt and a couple of the debuts I had never heard had rather intriguing premises including Blood Slaves by Markus Redmond and Maggie: Or a Man and a Woman Walk into a Bar by Katie Yee.

Overall, I found the selections rather disappointing. There were a few selections where the excerpt was a few chapters that were not at the beginning of the book, and I find that a little disconcerting. Also, perhaps just not enough books in the subgenres that appeal to me.

It’s always helpful to get a jump on new and upcoming releases. Makes it less likely to be blindsided by a customer request or inquiry. I appreciate the buzz books listing.

I always love these samplers because I get the chance to sample books that I otherwise would never have seen! I am so glad that this version seemed to have more of a variety of options than in the past. I am absolutely dying to read A Marriage At Sea and The Ghostwriter! I do wish that the publisher of Julie Clark's books was kinder in approving ARCs!

This review was also published on Goodreads.

I wanted to scope out some YA and fiction from this season and see what was currently being released, especially from Disney/Hyperion.

Thanks Publishers Lunch for always providing such a great selection for these Buzz Books.

Thank you for a great look at all the spring and summer releases of 2025. I love getting a closer look at many books at a time. I can't wait to see what's coming up for fall and winter! Thank you.

I really should stop reading the Buzz Books compilations. Seriously, my to-be-read list always doubles on length AT LEAST every time I read one. Though I was a little late to the party on this one and many of the included books have already been released, I found many intriguing titles that will keep me entertained and reading for the next several months. I'm already looking forward to the 2025 Fall/Winter edition!

A treasure trove for any reader who loves to plan ahead!

Buzz Books Spring/Summer 2025 offers a smartly curated glimpse into some of the most anticipated titles of the season—across genres and voices. I especially appreciated the mix of debut and established authors, along with just enough of each excerpt to get a true feel for the story. It’s a great resource for book club planners, literary retreat organizers, or anyone looking to refresh their TBR list with intention and excitement.

As always, a great selection of books to read this spring and summer. I always appreciate the lengthy excerpts that help me decide which titles to add to may ever-growing Want-to-Read shelf.