A recent survey conducted in December 2024 highlights the most anticipated queer books set to be released in 2025.

Topping the list is 'Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil' by V. E. Schwab, a gripping tale featuring toxic lesbian vampires, which is set to release on June 10, 2025.

Another highly anticipated title is 'Hot Girls with Balls' by Benedict Nguyễn, showcasing the journey of two Asian American trans women in a men's volleyball league, expected on July 1, 2025.

Following closely is 'Flirting Lessons' by Jasmine Guillory, an F/F romance that will hit the shelves on April 8, 2025.

Also generating buzz is 'My Best Friend's Honeymoon' by Meryl Wilsner, which features a nonbinary love interest and is scheduled for April 29, 2025.

On March 11, 2025, readers can look forward to 'A Gentleman's Gentleman' by TJ Alexander, a Regency romance centered around a young lord and his valet.

Another romantic offering, 'The Shots You Take' by Rachel Reid, will be released on March 4, 2025, and tells the story of two former hockey teammates.

'A/S/L' by Jeanne Thornton, which follows the lives of three queer teens from the 90s, is set for release on April 1, 2025.

Additionally, 'A Coffeeshop in an Alternate Universe' by CB Lee, a fantasy YA romance, is also scheduled for June 10, 2025.

Among the honorable mentions is 'Cemetery Boys: Espíritu' by Aiden Thomas, a sequel to the beloved 'Cemetery Boys', slated for September 16, 2025.

In total, five honorable mentions accompany the top four picks, reflecting a diverse range of anticipated queer literature.

Notably, Alexis Hall's 'Father Material' was excluded from the list due to its postponement to 2026, although he has another title, 'Audrey Lane Stirs the Pot', coming out in December 2025.