September brings us one month closer to Halloween, and There are plenty of horror and thriller books coming out to get readers in the mood for the upcoming holiday.. Although some of 2024’s most anticipated horror books are already on the shelves, more exciting releases await readers in September 2024. Authors like ML Rio and Rachel Harrison are back with new books to give you the chills, and thriller authors like Liane Moriarty and Laura Dave are also publishing new stories.
The offerings for September 2024 range from unique spins on haunted house stories to fun murder mysteries. There’s even a vampire novel thrown into the mix, as well as a sequel featuring zombie-like creatures. Needless to say, September has something for every type of horror and thriller reader. It’s an ideal setup as we enter the fall.
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Haunt Sweet Home by Sarah Pinsker
Release date: September 3, 2024
Horror books about hauntings always make for an exciting time, and Sarah Pinsker is releasing a new one in September 2024. Haunt sweet home Promises to put a unique spin on the typical haunted house storyTold it from the perspective of a production assistant on a reality TV show. Mara believes that working on a series about haunted home makeovers will require a lot of deception. However, she soon realizes that the supernatural incidents that occur on set are not all fabricated behind the scenes.
Haunt sweet home Sounds like a lighthearted and fun horror novel, and its synopsis promises ghosts and themes of self-exploration.
Haunt sweet home Sounds like a lighthearted and fun horror novella, and its synopsis promises ghosts and themes of self-exploration. Add in its stunning cover, and Pinsker’s novel is a must-read release in September 2024. Early Goodreads Reviews confirm that it is fast and original, so readers will want to pick this up.
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This book kills by Ravena Guron
Release date: September 3, 2024
Speaking of fun covers, Ravena Guron’s This book kills Coming out in September 2024 – and its bloody cover is exactly the vibe many readers will be looking for as October approaches. This young adult thriller novel follows Jess Choudhary, whose primary goal is to get through high school without any major incidents. This is how she intends to keep her scholarship at the elite institution she attends. Unfortunately, the death of one of the rich, popular kids makes it increasingly difficult for Jess to breeze by without notice.
The fact that the death of the victim mirrors the death of a character in one of Jess’ stories makes her look suspicious. And a text from the killer confirms that her story inspired This book kills‘Central murder. Needless to say, Jess finds herself in the middle of an investigation that could determine her own fate. This book kills Mystery starts with high stakes and an intriguing premise right off the batWhich makes it a promising addition to any thriller reader’s TBR.
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So Thirsty by Rachel Harrison
Release date: September 10, 2024
Rachel Harrison is known for horror hits like Such sharp teeth And black sheep, And the author published another promising novel in September 2024. So thirsty Blends the fantasy and horror genresTaking on the concept of vampires. The novel opens with Sloane’s husband giving her a weekend away with her best friend. Sloan and Naomi embark on a “Wild night out,” which finds them mixed up with a group of vampires. It escalates from there, changing their lives forever.
Judging by So thirstys 4.06 average Goodreads Reading, this book will also have a strong impact on readers – although perhaps not as life-changing as Sloane and Naomi’s weekend. Harrison’s latest sounds like it won’t hold back when it comes to the horrors of vampiresmaking it a compelling addition to the genre. The premise, themes of friendship and success of Harrison’s previous books make this September release one to watch out for.
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The Devil with a Name by Keith Rawson
Release date: September 10, 2024
The second book in Katya Rossons Fever House series is hitting shelves this SeptemberAnd it might be even better than the first installment. 2023s Fever House Introducing a wild story that starts with a severed hand – one that kicks off a global catastrophe. The devil by name Picks up five years after the incident, throwing readers into a world full of zombie-esque monsters. The survivors are forced to come to terms with what happened, and the main characters of the book grieve and try to save humanity.
It sounds like though The devil by name Will deal with the aftermath of Fever Houses worldwide tragedy with an impressive scope.
From the synopsis, it sounds like it though The devil by name Will deal with the aftermath of Fever Houses worldwide tragedy with an impressive scope. Rosson’s sequel already has an average of 4.61 Goodreads Rating ahead of its releasesuggesting that it is just as good as its predecessor – perhaps even better. Those looking for a horror story that tackles many deeper themes will not want to miss out The devil by name.
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William by Mason Coil
Release date: September 10, 2024
Mason coil William Couldn’t come at a more relevant timeHow the book tackles the subject of AI using a haunted house story. The book follows Henry, an engineer who creates AI consciousness in a half-made robot he calls William. Henry’s obsession with William – and AI in general – keeps him locked in his home, spending most of his time in the attic. He even keeps his own wife, Lily, at arm’s length. And when she shows up with guests who want to meet him, they find themselves in a strange and nightmarish situation thanks to William.
William Offering yet another unique twist on a haunted house story in September, the themes make it ideal for a modern audience. William is bound to be a hot topic of discussion throughout the fall 2024 seasonEspecially with the recent discussions around AI. Early Goodreads Reviews suggest that the book is as eerie and cruel as it promises, setting the reader up for a thrilling ride.
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Sleep is Dead by JH Markert
Release date: September 10, 2024
Pitched for fans of The black phone And The stronger person, JH Markert’s Sleep tight is getting positive attention ahead of its September 2024 release. Markert’s latest revolves around a serial killer named Father Silence, who posed as a priest in order to get closer to his victims. After Father Silence meets his end on death row, a new serial killer appears to continue his legacy. Detective Tess Claiborne, whose father is the first victim of the killer, sets out to track him down. And to do that, she’ll need to visit the sole survivor of Father Silence’s “House of horrors“Years ago.
Sleep tight Sounds erratic, and one can say that its main mystery is gripping from its synopsis alone. The book is 4.17 average Goodreads Rank Buds well for his success this SeptemberWith early reviews confirming that Markert’s latest will keep readers up at night. It sounds like the perfect novel to pick up ahead of Halloween season, especially for fans of Markert’s previous books.
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Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty
Release date: September 10, 2024
Liane Moriarty’s thrillers are not as dark as other books in the genreBut they still tend to have gripping stories with shocking endings. Hopefully, that will be the case for here one moment, The author’s release September 2024. It is 4.15 € Goodreads Ratings bode well for its success, although it is too soon to say if it will reach the heights of Great Little Lies.
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Here one moment boasts an intriguing premiseAnd her story begins on a seemingly ordinary domestic flight. When someone said “The Dead Lady“Boards the plane, all its passengers discover when and how they will die. As they realize the truth behind the dead lady’s projections, they are forced to fight with their own morality. Here one moments story, Moriarty questions whether people who know their fates will still try to avoid them – or if they will make the most of the lives they have. It sounds worth a read, if only for the existential debate it raises.
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The night we lost him by Laura Dave
Release date: September 17, 2024
Laura Dave is best known for writing The last thing he told me, And The author is back with another mystery/thriller book in September: The night we lost him. The night we lost him See estranged siblings Nora and Sam call a funeral on the heels of their father’s death, all so they can dig up the man’s mysterious past. Although Liam Noum’s death is considered an accident, his kids do not believe that this is the case. And given the secrets Liam keeps, their suspicions may be well-founded.
Those familiar with Dave’s previous books know that the author can handle family dramaAnd it sounds like The night we lost him There will be no shortage of it. That alone makes this a must-read thriller release, though the synopsis’ promise of “A heartbreaking final twist you’ll never see coming“Is immediately intriguing. Hopefully, the last David delivers the thrills it promises.
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Cemetery shift by Ml Rio
Release date: September 24, 2024
Most readers know ML Rio thanks to If we are wicked, And fans of the author’s work will want to pick up her horror novella in September. Graveyard shift Connects the lives of five night shift workers who used to visit each other in the old cemetery. One evening their usual routine is interrupted by a freshly dug grave – which raises all kinds of questions about why it is there and who it is for. When the man who dug the grave returns to the site, the group discovers that he may be responsible for the latest local incidents.
After the success of If we are wicked, Graveyard shift Should not be missed.
The five workers agreed that they should also associate themselves with the bus and walk with the gravedigger. Graveyard shift Weaving an intriguing web. Rio’s latest promises to deliver a mysterious and compelling story Which will no doubt appeal to those who love gothic horror. After the success of If we are wicked, Graveyard shift Should not be missed.
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The Hitchcock Hotel by Stephanie Wrobel
Release date: September 24, 2024
Alfred Hitchcock’s movies serve as the inspiration for Stephanie Wrobel’s September 2024 releaseWhat follows a die-hard Hitchcock fan when he hosts a weekend getaway at his themed hotel. Same with the name, The Hitchcock Hotel Chronicles the gathering, which sees Alfred Smettle reuniting with his college film club after 16 years. The synopsis teases that the group shares a disturbing history together, and Alfred’s plans for them take an equally dark turn. In proper Hitchcock fashion, it seems The Getaway will see a body found.
The Hitchcock Hotel Sounds like a fantastic read for movie buffs, although anyone can appreciate the central mystery it sets up. Even without its Hitchcock themes, the book features a premise reminiscent of Whodunits like Glass bulb. The fall is the perfect season for a Thriller Like this – and there are sure to be even more exciting releases in the genre in October.