We've had glimpses of Spring, the days are growing longer and as always our bookshelves are bursting with brilliant new reads to indulge in as we change seasons. 

Whether you're looking for a gripping new fiction title, on the hunt for a brand new author to champion or looking to discover a read grounded firmly in the real world, our March summary shares this month's top books. And what's better than a blooming marvellous read? The satisfaction you get knowing that your purchase is making a difference to UK schools - whether you choose to donate locally or to our Funding Scheme. Lets dive into this month's highlights. 

LoveReading's March Genre Picks of the Month

Starting off as always with our Genre Picks. Offering at-a-glance recommendations across the top fiction genres, we have a quartet of original, thrilling and engaging reads to discover. 

Our Sci-Fi / Fantasy Pick of the Month

Day of Now By Miranda Reason - "A tense, original and thought-provoking dystopian adventure."

Our Literary Pick of the Month

Hooked by Asako Yuzuki - "Thrillingly engaging, this insightful novel explores isolation, obsession, the complexities of female friendship, and womanhood in present-day Japan."

Our Crime / Thriller Pick of the Month

Pinky Swear by Danielle Girard - "This edge-of-your-seat domestic thriller blends high school secrets with high-stakes present-day troubles through a frantic race-against-time to find a missing surrogate mother."

Our Romance Pick of the Month

Motherfaker by Anna Brook-Mitchell - "Motherfaker is outrageous, tender and wickedly funny: a story about what happens when a good woman finally runs out of patience."

LoveReading's March 2026 Fiction Books of the Month

For our fiction friends, we have you covered. Our Fiction Books of the Month all make for compelling reading, whether you're looking for a folklore-rich fantasy, skillfully plotted historical fiction, compassionate family stories or provocative and addictive thrills. Browse our recommendations below, click the link to head to the book page and read more of our reviews. 

The Kingdom of Almonds by Ariel Kaplan - "The conclusion to this wonderfully compelling historical folklore fantasy trilogy, set in mirror worlds with inquisitions and battles for survival, sings with conviction and vibrancy."

The Women at Ocean's End by Faith Hogan - "A beautifully compelling and compassionate story of three women from three generations exploring life together in the most wonderful of locations"

Book of Forbidden Words by Louise Fein - "A compelling and skilfully plotted novel with an encoded manuscript at its heart, along with the three women who, with 400 years between them, struggle to voice women’s rights."

The Weekend by T.M. Logan - "A hugely entertaining and addictive thriller with a fascinating premise that pulls you in tight and just doesn’t let go."

The Silent Ones by Anna McPartlin - "Powerful and provocative, this gripping police procedural set in a small community in Ireland during 1980 is highly recommended by our team."

The Republic of Salt by Ariel Kaplan - "A wondrous mirror realm and dream-world set within folklore and myth lie in wait to capture thoughts and feelings during the dangerous age of inquisition."

The Pomegranate Gate by Ariel Kaplan - "The oh-so intriguing blend of fantasy, folklore, and history within this beautifully intriguing novel creates an enticing read as you spin between mirror worlds."

LoveReading's March 2026 Non-Fiction Books of the Month

Explore the world beyond the page with our Non-Fiction Books of the Month. Celebrate the time between night and day, indulge in gardens all year round and whatever the weather, rediscover how special it is to feed yourself and your loved ones and find comforting and compassionate assurances for dealing with grief and loss.

Dinner at Mine? by Kate Young - "A warm, flexible and deeply comforting cookbook that celebrates feeding the people you love. And reminds you that cooking for yourself can be just as special."

The Secret World of Twilight by Sally Coulthard - "This inspiring and touching LoveReading Star Book celebrates twilight through natural history, nature, folklore, the arts, and the author’s own seasonal diary."

Garden Voices by Claire Masset - "A glory of voices throughout the year can be heard in this beautiful collection about gardens and gardeners sourced from letters, diaries, and articles."

I Promise It Won't Always Hurt Like This by Clare Mackintosh - "If grief overwhelms or plays a part in your life, then this beautifully compassionate and empathetic book may be the companion your mind, heart and soul needs."

Hunting Shadows by Jane Hamilton - "A piercing and compelling true crime memoir by a hugely respected award-winning journalist as she recounts her career and the most high-profile case she covered."

LoveReading's March 2026 Debuts of the Month

There's nothing better than finding a new author to heartily recommend to your friends. Even better when the author's career is just beginning. Discover debuts that you'll be proudly sharing that you "read when it was first released" for years to come. Not only will you help an author at the start of their writing journey, your purchase will be helping students at the start of their reading journey.

The Last Starborn Seer by Venetia Constantine - "This compelling and beautifully drawn Romantasy is led by a princess cursed by volatile magic, and sees an alliance join a quest of epic world saving proportions."

The Final Chapter by January Gilchrist - "Dark, atmospheric and gripping, The Final Chapter is a chilling thriller about ambition, envy and the darker side of human nature."

When We Were Divided by Liz Flanagan - "Set in 17th -century Yorkshire, this stirringly lyrical story lays bare the intersection of the political and the personal through two sisters divided by civil war."

LoveReading's March 2026 Liz Robinson's Picks of the Month

Unmissable personal recommendations from Liz Robinson. This month Liz has found books filled with mayhem, unforgettable and eloquent stories and lovely guides to nature. All titles that lingered long after reading and stood out to our Editorial Expert as real gems. Don't take our word for it, read on to see what she had to say. 

Almost Life by Kiran Millwood Hargrave - "An unforgettable and beautifully eloquent novel that sings a richly emotional tale of love, life, opportunities and loss over a span of 35 years."

RABBITBOX by Wayne Holloway-Smith - "An extraordinarily emotional, and unforgettable dream of a read that both whispers and screams into your heart and soul as it explores domestic abuse from a young boy’s viewpoint."

Spoiled Milk by Avery Curran - "A 1920’s boarding school Gothic horror, containing thwarted desire, seances galore, dark humour, and a whole heap of rot, death, and mayhem."

The Bee-Spotter's Guide by Dave Goulson - "A very handy and rather lovely guide to accompany nature lovers and bee spotters while out in gardens, parks, and the countryside."

The Secret World of Twilight by Sally Coulthard - "This inspiring and touching LoveReading Star Book celebrates twilight through natural history, nature, folklore, the arts, and the author’s own seasonal diary."

She Made Herself A Monster by Anna Kovatcheva - "Drenched in darkness this beautifully provocative and emotionally intelligent gothic novel slips through Eastern European folklore and a nightmarish curse."

Good People by Patmeena Sabit - "Urgently thought-provoking and powerful, this multi-layered beautifully eloquent novel of societal expectations and issues hits with pin-point precision."

LoveReading's March 2026 Star Books

This March there's been a bumper harvest for our Star Books collection. Reserved for the books we think are unmissable, find a variety of fiction, non-fiction, paperback releases and titles brand new to the shelves. Grab a cuppa, find your favourite chair and help us find your next great read. It'll do you good and benefit a school too.