10 books we're looking forward to in early 2026
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Key Points:
- Several notable books are set for release in early 2026, including fiction, biographies, and memoirs that explore themes of friendship, cultural influence, and personal struggles.
- Fiction highlights include Cristina Rivera Garza's "Autobiography of Cotton," a blend of fiction and family history about cotton cultivation on the U.S.-Mexico border, and Gabriel Tallent's "Crux," focusing on two friends from different backgrounds united by rock climbing.
- Biographies aim to spotlight underrated figures in American culture, such as Andy Beta's "Cosmic Music," which reexamines the life and legacy of musician Alice Coltrane beyond her famous husband.
- Jennette McCurdy's fiction debut "Half His Age" follows her
