Reading lists

The 9 must-read Vintage debuts of 2025

Get ahead of the curve with our guide to the debut authors set to make waves in 2025.

Whether your goals for the year ahead involve discovering new authors, completing a certain number of books, or simply trying to read more, the benefits of diving into a good book are limitless. Reading not only improves our mental health but also introduces us to new worlds, perspectives and ideas.

From non-fiction that deepens our grasp of modern Britain to fiction debuts that will both shatter and mend your heart, here are the must-read debuts of 2025.