Staff Picks + Upcoming Titles: December

By Kat La Mantia | November 20 2025 | AdultsChildren'sGeneralAllGiftPop CultureBlog

❄️ December 2025 Staff Picks

From New Year’s resolutions to adorable Valentine’s books for kids, December’s upcoming titles have everything you need to set your store up for success in 2026! With books featuring buzzy names like Taylor Swift, KPop Demon Hunters, Stranger Things, and more, our last crop of new releases for the year is one you won’t want to miss. Explore our staff picks lists down below to dive into everything publishing in December!

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The Atomic Habits Workbook
The Atomic Habits Workbook
Official Companion to the #1 Worldwide Bestseller
James Clear
9798217180509
Simple Exercises for Building the Life You Want An interactive guide to building good habits and breaking bad ones, based on the 25-million-copy #1 New York Times bestseller Atomic Habits.
$26.00 US
Dec 09, 2025
7 x 9
Paperback
320 Pages
Avery
Healthy Everyday High Protein
Healthy Everyday High Protein
DK
9798217136315
Whatever your health and diet goals—whether you’re looking to gain muscle, keep on top of your macros, or find simple plant-protein swaps—Healthy Everyday High Protein is a fuss-free, protein-packed cookbook full of inspiration.
$24.99 US
Dec 02, 2025
6-11/16 x 8-9/16
Paperback
176 Pages
DK
KPop Demon Hunters: The Official Poster Book
KPop Demon Hunters: The Official Poster Book
Random House
9798217233960
Grab your backstage pass to Netflix’s hit animated film KPop Demon Hunters with this glossy full-color poster book that features foil on the cover and more than 35 posters!
$12.99 US
Dec 30, 2025
7-7/8 x 10-7/8
Paperback
80 Pages
Random House Books for Young Readers
Age 6-9 years
Mad Libs: For the Fans: Taylor & Travis Edition
Mad Libs: For the Fans: Taylor & Travis Edition
Mad Libs, Olivia Luchini, Niki Catherine
9798217249220
Mad Libs is the world’s greatest word game and the perfect gift or activity for anyone who likes to laugh! Write in the missing words on each page to create your own hilariously funny stories all about being a fan of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.
$6.99 US
Dec 23, 2025
5-1/4 x 8-3/8
Paperback
48 Pages
Mad Libs
The Complete Slow Cooker Cookbook
The Complete Slow Cooker Cookbook
75 Tasty, Time-saving, Slow-cooked Recipes
DK
9798217136070
Take a whistle-stop tour of key slow cooker techniques, with 75 simple recipes for delicious mains, sides, snacks and desserts.
$21.99 US
Dec 09, 2025
6-11/16 x 8-9/16
Paperback
176 Pages
DK
Bluey and Bingo's Very Romance Coloring Book
Bluey and Bingo's Very Romance Coloring Book
Penguin Young Readers Licenses
9798217140626
A Valentine's Day coloring book perfect for fans of the wildly successful animated series Bluey, as seen on Disney+!
$5.99 US
Dec 23, 2025
8-1/2 x 10-7/8
Paperback
32 Pages
Penguin Young Readers Licenses
Age 4-6 years
Our Q&A a Day (Hearts)
Our Q&A a Day (Hearts)
3-Year Journal for 2 People
Potter Gift
9780593578094
Create a three-year keepsake time capsule of your romantic relationship by writing just one sentence a day in this thoughtful guided journal.
$17.99 US
Dec 02, 2025
5-1/2 x 7
Hardcover
368 Pages
Clarkson Potter
Mocktail Hour
Mocktail Hour
70 Sips for Anytime Delights and Hangover-Free Nights
Callie Gullickson
9780593958650
Make every hour a mocktail hour worth celebrating with 70 recipes from popular Peloton instructor and lifestyle influencer Callie Gullickson
$24.99 US
Dec 09, 2025
7-3/16 x 8-15/16
Hardcover
176 Pages
DK
Dr. Seuss's Happy Birthday to You! with 12 Silly Sounds
Dr. Seuss's Happy Birthday to You! with 12 Silly Sounds
An Interactive Read and Listen Book
Dr. Seuss
9798217029860
An interactive board book adaptation of the beloved Dr. Seuss classic—featuring 12 different sounds! A perfect gift for little ones' birthdays and beyond!
$20.99 US
Dec 30, 2025
7 x 10-2/5
Board Book
14 Pages
Random House Books for Young Readers
Age 0-3 years
Stranger Things: The Complete Coloring Book (Color All Five Seasons!)
Stranger Things: The Complete Coloring Book (Color All Five Seasons!)
Netflix
9798217091515
Relive the most striking moments from the acclaimed and beloved Netflix show Stranger Things with this stunning officially licensed coloring book.
$22.00 US
Dec 09, 2025
10 x 10
Adult Coloring Book
112 Pages
Random House Worlds
Beyond Korean
Beyond Korean
Easy Recipes for Korean, Japanese, and Chinese Favorites
Aaron Huh
9798217127160
Discover the flavors of Korea and beyond with 100 simple recipes for noodle dishes, soups, sandwiches, and more from Simply Korean author Aaron Huh
$35.00 US
Dec 16, 2025
8 x 10
Hardcover
240 Pages
DK
Wishy Washy (Water Reveal Edition)
Wishy Washy (Water Reveal Edition)
A Reusable Water Reveal Activity Book Teaching First Words and Colors
Tabitha Paige
9781963183559
Make learning colorful and fun with Wishy Washy, a reusable water reveal activity book by professional artist Tabitha Paige!
$17.99 US
Dec 09, 2025
7-1/2 x 7-1/2
Spiral Bound
18 Pages
Paige Tate & Co
Age 3-5 years
Dr. Fun Guy's Mushroom Journal and Foraging Guide
Dr. Fun Guy's Mushroom Journal and Foraging Guide
Dr. Gordon Walker
9781984861818
Explore the vastness of kingdom Fungi with this fully illustrated journal for recording your findings on your next mushroom foraging adventure.
$22.00 US
Dec 16, 2025
4-1/2 x 7-1/2
Paperback
240 Pages
Clarkson Potter
Healthy, Quick & Easy Smoothies Deck
Healthy, Quick & Easy Smoothies Deck
50 Recipes Under 300 Calories Made with 5 Ingredients
White, Dana Angelo
9780593967591
Blend up fresh, nutrient-rich smoothies with this colorful deck of 50 cards featuring quick and easy smoothie recipes.
$25.00 US
Dec 23, 2025
5 x 7
Cards
52 Pages
DK
Lunar New Year with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Lunar New Year with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
A Tabbed Board Book
Eric Carle, Eric Carle
9798217050840
Celebrate the festive traditions of the Lunar New Year with The Very Hungry Caterpillar!
$7.99 US
Dec 02, 2025
7 x 7
Board Book
16 Pages
World of Eric Carle
Age 1-3 years
The Cheese Board Mini Puzzles
The Cheese Board Mini Puzzles
Six 70-Piece Puzzles to Do Together
Meg Quinn
9780593800997
Delight in the art of cheese with this set of six 70-piece puzzles showcasing delectable boards from The Cheese Board Deck — plus a reference booklet featuring recipes and tips for making the spreads at home!
$17.99 US
Dec 09, 2025
7-1/2 x 8-5/8
Game
420 Pages
Clarkson Potter
Essential Shellfish Collection
Essential Shellfish Collection
Special Edition, 3-Book Box Set: Crab, Oysters, Shellfish
Cynthia Nims
9781632176356
Celebrate Coastal-Inspired Cooking Year-Round with this Special 3-Book Box Set Featuring 130 Shellfish Recipes!
$50.00 US
Dec 02, 2025
6-3/4 x 8
Boxed Set
560 Pages
Sasquatch Books
Grandma's Little Love Bug
Grandma's Little Love Bug
Jody Jensen Shaffer, Ana Zurita
9781639623525
The best gift for new grandmas! Nanas, Gigis, and Mimis alike will delight in reading this sweet rhyming story to their precious grandbabies. Babies will love touching (and chewing!) the soft crinkle material safely fastened to the sturdy board book.
$9.99 US
Dec 09, 2025
7-1/2 x 9
Board Book
12 Pages
Highlights Press
Age 0-3 years
I Love Sports (Romance) Tote Bag
I Love Sports (Romance) Tote Bag
Out of Print
9798217335367
I Love Sports (Romance) tote bag
$22.00 US
Dec 16, 2025
Merchandise
Out of Print
The Science of Fermentation
The Science of Fermentation
DK, Robin Sherriff
9798217126477
“A vital resource for the ferment-curious” JAMES READ“This book will inspire a whole new generation of fermenters” KENJI MORIMOTO“A rich resource that enlightens and inspires” MARK DIACONOEnter a marvelous microbial world and explore the fascinating science of fermented foods.
$35.00 US
Dec 09, 2025
8-3/8 x 10-1/16
Hardcover
224 Pages
DK
Love from SpongeBob SquarePants
Love from SpongeBob SquarePants
Amanda Deibert
9798217051601
A perfect gift for friends who do stuff together!
$9.99 US
Dec 23, 2025
5-1/2 x 6-3/4
Hardcover
32 Pages
Penguin Young Readers Licenses
Age 5-8 years
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