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Choose one featured book completely free with your Prime membership, or purchase additional titles at just $1.99 each. Highlights this month include Ivy Pochoda’s atmospheric short story Eerie Basin, Charlene Wang’s viral-fame thriller I’ll Follow You, Suzanne Redfearn’s moving Camino tale Call of the Camino, and Issa Rae’s witty essay collection I Should Be Smarter By Now.
Whether you’re looking for cozy romance, haunting mysteries, or sharp contemporary voices, September’s First Reads has something for everyone. Curl up with a blanket, a warm drink, and your next favorite read.
September’s Amazon First Reads collection gives you an exciting variety of early-release books to enjoy before anyone else. This month brings everything from chilling mysteries to heartfelt journeys:
Eerie Basin by Ivy Pochoda — A dark, atmospheric short story set in Brooklyn, weaving crime, superstition, and haunting secrets.
I’ll Follow You by Charlene Wang — A sharp, psychological thriller exploring friendship, viral fame, and identity.
Call of the Camino by Suzanne Redfearn — Two women, separated by time, walk the Camino de Santiago, finding transformation and hope.
Dating After the End of the World by Jeneva Rose — A thrilling, romantic survival tale set in a zombie apocalypse.
As Long As You’re Mine by Nekesa Afia — A dual-timeline Hollywood mystery full of secrets and glamour.
The Last Morning by Camden Baird — A parent’s nightmare unfolds in this tense psychological thriller.
A House Between Sea and Sky by Beth Cato — A haunting, magical fantasy about grief, healing, and a sentient home.
Wanting Daisy Dead by Sue Watson — A suspenseful reunion thriller tied to a decades-old murder.
The Distant Daughter by Lorna Cook — A sweeping dual-timeline romance spanning WWII Singapore to modern Cornwall.
Plus, explore the Scared Sexy Collection — six Halloween-themed romances blending heat, danger, and the supernatural — and Issa Rae’s essay series I Should Be Smarter By Now, offering sharp insights into creativity, career, and authenticity.
Prime members can choose one book free this month, and all additional picks are just $1.99 each. Kindle Unlimited members can access most previous First Reads editors’ picks at no extra cost.
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Eerie Basin: A Short Story (Kindle Edition)
by Ivy Pochoda
An unsettling secret lurks in a forgotten corner of Brooklyn in this darkly atmospheric tale from Ivy Pochoda, award-winning author of Ecstasy.
Erin works the bar at the last true dive in Red Hook, a neighborhood now polished by gentrification but haunted by its gritty past. The regulars reminisce about the bar’s long history and the crime that once defined the waterfront. Her boss, Jimmy—a powerful developer who helped reshape the area—has his own story to tell. Years ago, when he was still a struggling cop, two abandoned boys led him to a creature older than time itself, a being that granted his deepest desires…and his most harrowing nightmares.
Erin dismisses his tale as superstition. To her, the bar is more than just a job—it’s her world. But hidden within its walls is a dangerous presence, waiting patiently for a new host.
I’ll Follow You: A Novel (Kindle Edition)
by Charlene Wang • Introduction by Mindy Kaling
“Reading this made me want to text my best friend. And then block her. And then text her again. It was a wild ride!” —Mindy Kaling
Two inseparable friends chasing escape find themselves trapped in a viral persona—and in a dangerous battle for control—in this sharp, twisting psychological thriller about ambition, power, and identity.
Faith and her magnetic best friend, Kayla, have always dreamed of leaving their trailer park behind. Together they invent Hannah Primrose, an online persona that catapults them into viral fame. Their destinies seem bound together—until Faith is accepted to elite Harkness College, forcing her to choose between loyalty to Kayla and the chance to finally define herself.
But once on campus, Faith’s world begins to unravel. Kayla stops speaking to her, and as Faith struggles to fit in with privileged classmates and falls under the spell of an enigmatic professor, Kayla suddenly reappears with a chilling request: I need to stay with you.
Thrilling at first, Kayla’s presence quickly turns perilous. Pretending to be a student, she captivates Harkness with her charm, and soon Hannah Primrose is reborn. But the more Faith sacrifices to protect their secret, the clearer it becomes that Kayla isn’t just rewriting their story—she’s playing a deadly game. And Faith may not survive the ending.
Call of the Camino: A Novel (Kindle Edition)
by Suzanne Redfearn
From the bestselling author of In an Instant comes a poignant, soul-stirring story of two women whose lives, separated by a generation, are transformed along the legendary Camino de Santiago.
Reina Watkins has lived with loss since the age of eight, when her father died. Nearly two decades later, still carrying the weight of that grief, her budding career in journalism takes an unexpected detour that leads her to Spain’s five-hundred-mile pilgrimage. Walking the same sacred path her father once did, Reina has no idea how profoundly the journey will reshape her life.
In 1997, Isabelle Vidal is a runaway, fleeing her boarding school and throwing herself onto the Camino with nothing but a belief that the trail will provide. And it does: in friendship, in romance, and in the possibility of escape. But Isabelle’s past is never far behind, and one misstep could shatter her fragile new beginning.
One woman seeks to reconcile with her past. The other longs to build a future. On the same hallowed road, their journeys intertwine in miraculous and unexpected ways.
Dating After the End of the World (Kindle Edition)
by Jeneva Rose
From the #1 New York Times bestselling author comes a genre-bending blend of romance, survival, and undead mayhem—because nothing brings people together quite like the end of the world.
Casey Pearson spent her childhood under the watchful eye of her doomsday-prepper dad. By eighteen, she’d had enough of bunkers, survival drills, and canned food stockpiles, and swore she’d never look back.
But more than a decade later, a viral outbreak sweeps across the globe, transforming the infected into ravenous, zombielike creatures. The apocalypse has arrived—and the only safe place left is the one she once escaped: her father’s compound.
To her shock, Casey discovers her dad has built a community of survivors. Among them is Blake Morrison—the arrogant high school tormentor she once loathed, now inconveniently handsome and very much a part of her daily life.
As Casey battles outside threats, her father’s rules, and the undeniable tension with Blake, she begins to realize that the end of civilization might be the beginning of something entirely unexpected.
As Long as You’re Mine: A Novel (Kindle Edition)
by Nekesa Afia
Glittering lights. Gilded lies. A family legacy steeped in secrets.
When famed ballerina Thea Ross loses her legendary Hollywood father to suicide, she inherits more than grief—a letter confessing to a decades-old murder. Determined to uncover the truth, Thea joins forces with an ambitious journalist, following a trail that pulls her deep into the perilous glamour of 1930s Tinseltown.
There, she unravels the haunting story of Lorelei Davies, a young actress chasing stardom while sacrificing everything for her family. Behind the glitz lies desperation, betrayal, and a web of secrets that refuses to stay buried.
As Thea pieces together Lorelei’s past, the shocking ties to her own family force her to question everything she thought she knew. But in exposing the truth, Thea risks unraveling not only her father’s carefully crafted legacy—but her own future.
In this atmospheric dual-timeline mystery, Nekesa Afia explores identity, sacrifice, and the dangerous price of survival beneath Hollywood’s golden sheen.
The Last Morning: A Thriller (The Secrets of Chapel Roads Book 1)
by Camden Baird
In this riveting debut, Camden Baird delivers a heart-stopping psychological thriller about a mother forced to confront every parent’s greatest fear—the disappearance of her child.
Sadie Wilson’s world shatters with a single phone call: her five-year-old daughter, Emma, never arrived at school. She boarded the bus on her very first day of kindergarten…and then vanished without a trace.
As the search intensifies, Sadie is consumed by grief and desperation. Every person around her seems to hold a secret, and every lead uncovers a new layer of suspicion: the withdrawn teacher, the known offender down the street, the erratic neighbor, the bitter ex-wife, the evasive principal. Even Sadie’s devoted husband, Allen, begins to feel like he’s hiding something.
Told through shifting perspectives that peel back the truth piece by piece, The Last Morning is an unflinching exploration of fear, suspicion, and the lengths a mother will go to find her child. With every page, the question deepens: Who took Emma—and why?
A House Between Sea and Sky: A Novel (Kindle Edition)
by Beth Cato
From the acclaimed author of A Thousand Recipes for Revenge comes a spellbinding tale of grief, healing, and the uncanny power of a house that lives and remembers.
In 1926, screenwriter Fayette Wynne retreats to Carmel-by-the-Sea to escape Hollywood’s demands and the pain of losing her mother. She brings with her only her work and the family’s treasured sourdough starter—its bread said to hold miraculous healing powers, though not enough to save the person she loved most. Fayette is determined to bury her resentment and move forward.
But fate intervenes during a storm, when she rescues rising film star Rex Hallstrom. Their refuge: a strange cliffside house that seems to have opened its doors just for them. The house is alive—sentient, yearning, and drawn to the ancient magic Fayette carries within her.
As Fayette and Rex grow closer, they uncover the legends surrounding the mysterious dwelling. Said to have appeared overnight, whispered to be cursed and touched by Hell, the house is filled with secrets and an unsettling vitality of its own. For the wounded and the lost, it offers solace. For the curious, it tempts with endless mysteries. But its dark past may hold dangers neither Fayette nor Rex are ready to face.
A House Between Sea and Sky is a mesmerizing fantasy of love, loss, and the unexpected places that offer us new beginnings.
Wanting Daisy Dead (Kindle Edition)
by Sue Watson
They all had a reason. Only one carried it out.
Twenty years ago, university student Daisy Harrington disappeared after a night out. A week later, her body was found. A suspect was convicted. The case was closed.
Or so everyone believed.
Now, on what would have been Daisy’s fortieth birthday, her five former housemates receive a chilling invitation to a reunion weekend. None of them want to go—but none of them dare refuse. The message is clear: show up, or the secrets they’ve kept buried for decades will finally come to light.
Because the man imprisoned for Daisy’s murder was innocent. And someone in that house has known the truth all along.
As the weekend spirals into suspicion and dread, the question becomes unavoidable: who wanted Daisy dead badly enough to kill her? And what will they do to keep the past from destroying them now?
The Distant Daughter (The Secrets of Trelenna House Book 1) (Kindle Edition)
by Lorna Cook
“Transporting and profoundly moving…a gripping, sweeping romance to break your heart.” ―Amanda Geard, The Midnight House
“A total treat…I was transported by this beautiful tale of sisterhood, family drama, war, and love.” ―Jenny Ashcroft, Beneath a Burning Sky
Singapore, 1941. The lights of the city fade as Japanese bombs shatter the night sky. Until now, the war has felt far away to Issey and her circle of friends, who have been living carefree days of cocktails and dances at Raffles. But with the invasion imminent, Issey’s world collapses. The enigmatic Alex Cartwright vows to protect her and lead her to safety—but their flight from Singapore will demand courage, sacrifice, and a love strong enough to withstand the horrors of war.
Cornwall, 2025. Heartbroken and adrift, Lamorna returns from Singapore to Trelenna, her crumbling family estate. Her sister Zennor is determined to restore the house to its former glory—and needs Lamorna’s help. When local archivist Zach proposes telling Trelenna’s history through its forgotten records, Lamorna uncovers a weathered leather diary written by Issey, a young woman whose glamorous life in 1940s Singapore was torn apart by conflict.
As Lamorna becomes absorbed in Issey’s desperate escape, she is drawn to the parallels between their lives. But the diary holds unanswered questions: Did Issey and Alex survive? And can their story of survival, love, and resilience guide Lamorna toward healing—and a second chance at her own future?
Sweeping, poignant, and unforgettable, The Distant Daughter is a dual-timeline tale of family, war, and enduring love—perfect for fans of Santa Montefiore, Karen Swan, and Kate Morton.
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They linger in the dark, stalk your dreams, and hunger for more than just your soul. From amnesiac vampire hunters to fallen angels, cursed tattooists to otherworldly space vampires, ancient wish-granters to demons who slip into your sleep—six deliciously dangerous tales prove that monsters aren’t just made for nightmares.
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Hot for Slayer (Scared Sexy Collection) – Kindle Edition
by Ali Hazelwood
⭐ 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,922 reviews) • Goodreads: 4.1 (7,582 ratings)
Book 1 of 6 in the Scared Sexy series
When a legendary vampire slayer wakes up with no memory, the only person who can save him is the very vampire he’s hunted for centuries…
Aethelthryth—better known as Ethel to her Manhattan neighbors—never expected to find her sworn enemy Lazlo Enyedi stripped of his past. Now he’s on her couch, tackling her sudoku puzzles, and gazing at her like she’s his eternal flame (minus the inconvenient tendency to combust). What begins as an uneasy truce soon sparks into forbidden temptation. But as Lazlo’s memories creep back, Ethel realizes she may lose far more than just her head.
From #1 New York Times bestselling author Ali Hazelwood comes Hot for Slayer—a wickedly fun, irresistibly sexy short story in the Scared Sexy anthology. These standalone Halloween romances mix chills, passion, and danger into bite-sized reads perfect for devouring in a single night.
Falling (Scared Sexy Collection) – Kindle Edition
by Christina Lauren
⭐ 3.9 out of 5 stars (667 reviews) • Goodreads: 3.5 (2,704 ratings)
Book 2 of 6 in the Scared Sexy series
For nine centuries, Brigan’s supernatural charm has bent mortals to his will—until the night he meets the one woman who can resist him.
At a Halloween party, Cat is instantly drawn to the dangerously beautiful stranger who makes everyone else weak with desire. His dark allure leaves others spellbound, but somehow Cat can see through the glamour…and into the curse he’s carried for centuries. Caught between fear and longing, she discovers that surrendering to temptation may be the only way to shatter his fate—or bind them both to it forever.
From New York Times bestselling author Christina Lauren comes Falling—a sinful, spine-tingling short story in the Scared Sexy collection. These standalone Halloween romances mix danger and desire into quick, addictive reads perfect for a dark, delicious night in.
Spicy Little Curses (Scared Sexy Collection) – Kindle Edition
by J.T. Geissinger
⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars (433 reviews) • Goodreads: 3.6 (1,688 ratings)
Book 3 of 6 in the Scared Sexy series
Some curses are inked in blood…and Petra is about to learn the price of getting too close.
As a hard-nosed reporter, Petra doesn’t believe in the French Quarter’s whispered legends. That changes the moment she steps into The House of Ink and Blood and meets Dax Rousseau. His body is covered in tattoos that do more than tell a story—they writhe with the weight of a deadly family curse. The closer Petra gets to the dangerously magnetic Dax, the more she risks becoming the next victim of his dark inheritance.
From New York Times bestselling author J.T. Geissinger comes Spicy Little Curses—a seductive and sinister short story in the Scared Sexy anthology. These standalone Halloween romances weave mystery, danger, and heat into quick, unforgettable reads designed to be devoured in a single sitting.
Space Vampire (Scared Sexy Collection) – Kindle Edition
by Ruby Dixon
⭐ 4.2 out of 5 stars (494 reviews) • Goodreads: 3.7 (1,627 ratings)
Book 4 of 6 in the Scared Sexy series
In the cold emptiness of space, one forgotten human and one forbidden clone may find a love that’s out of this world.
Dana has spent her life overlooked—just another human “pet” in the hands of alien scientists. But when she’s stranded on a deserted space station with Vlad, a genetically engineered vampire designed for more than bloodlust, survival takes a dangerous—and delicious—turn. Trapped together in tight quarters, their escape plan soon collides with growing desire. But with enemies closing in, their fragile connection might not survive the vast darkness beyond the stars.
From New York Times bestselling author Ruby Dixon comes Space Vampire—a sharp, sexy short story in the Scared Sexy collection. These stand-alone Halloween romances blend heat, danger, and the supernatural into addictive tales perfect for devouring in a single night.
Beautiful Nightmare (Scared Sexy Collection) – Kindle Edition
by Katee Robert
⭐ 3.9 out of 5 stars (248 reviews) • Goodreads: 3.5 (1,185 ratings)
Book 5 of 6 in the Scared Sexy series
Haunting humans should have been easy—until one sleep paralysis demon falls for her target.
Gemma’s first solo assignment was supposed to be simple: terrify her chosen human and prove herself as a proper nightmare. But Caleb isn’t like other mortals. Instead of fear, he greets her pink-skinned, horned form with fascination…and desire. What begins as a haunting quickly turns into a heated encounter that tempts Gemma to break every rule of her demonic duty. For the first time, she must decide if following her dark path is worth losing the one man who makes her feel anything but monstrous.
From New York Times bestselling author Katee Robert comes Beautiful Nightmare—a wickedly fun short story in the Scared Sexy anthology. These stand-alone Halloween romances mix thrills, passion, and danger into irresistible tales designed to be devoured in a single night.
My Boyfriends Are All Monsters (Scared Sexy Collection) – Kindle Edition
by Kimberly Lemming
⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars (261 reviews) • Goodreads: 3.4 (1,018 ratings)
Book 6 of 6 in the Scared Sexy series
One wish for true love. One enchanted town. And more supernatural suitors than Lucy can handle.
After being ditched on a mountain, Lucy Sawyer tosses a coin into a mysterious well—never expecting it to work. But suddenly, she’s the most desired woman in a town full of dangerously handsome, otherworldly men. Every monster wants her heart, her hand, and maybe more. The chemistry is explosive, the attention overwhelming, and the price of her wish might be far higher than she ever imagined. Now Lucy must decide if chasing happily-ever-after is worth the cost of playing with magic.
From USA Today bestselling author Kimberly Lemming comes My Boyfriends Are All Monsters—a playful, sultry short story in the Scared Sexy anthology. These standalone Halloween romances mix heat, humor, and the supernatural into addictive tales designed to be devoured in a single night.
ISSA RAE
I Should Be Smarter By Now
In this witty and thought-provoking collection, Issa Rae traces her evolution from online creator to cultural powerhouse, offering a fresh perspective on what it means to succeed today. With humor and honesty, she pulls back the curtain on the challenges and triumphs of carving out a space in Hollywood, revealing the lessons that shaped her path. Part memoir, part creative blueprint, this is a sharp, inspiring guide to transforming authenticity into lasting achievement.
The Business of Being Me (I Should Be Smarter By Now) – Kindle Edition
by Issa Rae
Book 1 of 6 in the I Should Be Smarter By Now series
Ambition, persistence, and a whole lot of authenticity—Issa Rae’s first essay in this sharp, funny series pulls back the curtain on the unpredictable business of creativity.
From her childhood “boardroom” sessions on a toy phone to her early web hit Awkward Black Girl, Issa always knew she had something to say. What she didn’t know was how winding the road to Hollywood success would be—complete with self-doubt, setbacks, and hard-won victories. With her trademark humor and candor, she reflects on what it takes to be taken seriously, to claim your space, and to turn vision into impact.
From writer, actress, producer, and New York Times bestselling author Issa Rae comes The Business of Being Me—the first installment in her essay collection I Should Be Smarter By Now. Insightful, hilarious, and unapologetically real, it’s a story of staying true to yourself while building the career of your dreams.
Playing Well with Others (I Should Be Smarter By Now) – Kindle Edition
by Issa Rae
Book 2 of 6 in the I Should Be Smarter By Now series
Collaboration doesn’t mean compromise—it can be the key to amplifying your vision.
Issa Rae admits she wasn’t always a team player. A self-proclaimed perfectionist, she once preferred to work solo, convinced it was the only way to protect her creative integrity. But as her career expanded, she discovered that choosing the right collaborators could sharpen, not dilute, her voice. From writers’ rooms to blockbuster film sets—including Barbie—Issa shares how she learned to balance independence with teamwork, and why the art of partnership has become one of her greatest strengths.
From writer, actress, producer, and New York Times bestselling author Issa Rae comes Playing Well with Others—the second installment in her essay collection I Should Be Smarter By Now. Honest, funny, and brimming with insight, it’s a celebration of collaboration without losing yourself along the way.
The Geography of Creativity (I Should Be Smarter By Now) – Kindle Edition
by Issa Rae
Book 3 of 6 in the I Should Be Smarter By Now series
What does a West Coast girl with an East Coast mindset do in search of her creative home? In this reflective essay, New York Times bestselling author Issa Rae examines the universal quest to find a place where her artistic spirit can truly thrive.
Born in Los Angeles, Rae never felt fully at home in the city. Each stop along the way—from Potomac to Harlem—left its mark, but it’s back in her sun-soaked roots that she finally discovers her voice, spreads her wings, and finds the pulse of a vibrant creative community. Her true muse had been waiting for her all along.
In I Should Be Smarter By Now, Rae shares her journey from online content creator to multi-hyphenate Hollywood career. These essays are insightful, funny, and unapologetically authentic—perfect to read or listen to in a single sitting.
I See You Seeing Me (I Should Be Smarter By Now) – Kindle Edition
by Issa Rae
Book 4 of 6 in the I Should Be Smarter By Now series
Award-winning writer, actress, and producer Issa Rae—costar of Barbie and producer of One of Them Days—offers a witty and honest exploration of what it means to truly see yourself in a world that’s always watching.
Rae reflects on the mortifying moments that made her self-aware, tracing her journey from an awkward schoolgirl to navigating life in Hollywood under the spotlight. Along the way, she shares candid insights on courting controversy, curating a cautious yet authentic identity, and bridging the gap between private truth and public perception.
In I Should Be Smarter By Now, Rae offers essays that reveal her path from internet creative to multi-hyphenate career. Read or listen in one sitting—these stories are insightful, hilarious, and unapologetically authentic.
The Art of Strategic Procrastination (I Should Be Smarter By Now) – Kindle Edition
by Issa Rae
Book 5 of 6 in the I Should Be Smarter By Now series
With her signature humor and honesty, Issa Rae delivers an insightful essay on productivity, procrastination, and finding balance in Hollywood’s high-pressure hustle culture.
From the spark of imagination to making it all happen, Rae is a multitasking powerhouse—but also a dedicated procrastinator. She turns this into a creative advantage, sharing personal stories and practical insights on managing deadlines, embracing “workations,” and honoring her own rhythm in a demanding world.
In I Should Be Smarter By Now, Rae reflects on her journey from internet creative to multi-hyphenate career. These essays are sharp, funny, and unapologetically authentic—perfect to read or listen to in a single sitting.
I Almost Know What I’m Doing (I Should Be Smarter By Now) – Kindle Edition
by Issa Rae
Book 5 of 6 in the I Should Be Smarter By Now series
In this fearless and authentic essay, Time magazine’s one of the most influential people, Issa Rae, reflects on the entertainment industry’s risks, setbacks, and triumphs.
Betting on yourself in Hollywood is always a gamble—but Rae did just that. She charts her journey from struggling writer to media mogul, revealing that her greatest investment was believing in herself. Through candid reflections on challenges, lessons learned, and hard-won successes, Rae moves forward with clarity and purpose.
In I Should Be Smarter By Now, Rae shares essays tracing her path from internet creative to multi-hyphenate Hollywood career. Read or listen in a single sitting—these stories are insightful, hilarious, and unapologetically authentic.
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