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In the immortal words of Justin Timberlake, it’s gonna be May. (Yes, we’re aware it already is—please don’t ruin this small joy for us!) Which means: May is stacked, and this email is your highly official, extremely important cheat sheet to all the best stuff dropping this month.
Big Same
In Big Same, we pick a popular title and recommend a new book, movie, or show that matches its energy.
Hitting the Shelves
The Best New YA Books Coming in May 2026
New, Noteworthy, & Next Up
WATCH THIS
What: Shrek
Why: Because, in honor of its 25th anniversary, you’ll get to experience the magic of seeing Shrek on the big screen!
When: 5/15
Where: In theaters
READ THIS
What: As I Dream of You by Jennifer Lee and LeUyen Pham
Why: Because spring is the perfect time to lose yourself in a dreamy romance where love defies death.
When: 5/5 (That’s tomorrow!)
Where: Wherever books are sold
LISTEN TO THIS
What: Open Book with Jenna Bush Hager, “Devil Wears Prada 2 Cast Talk Iconic Sequel”
Why: Because listening to this legendary cast dish all about the movie is the closest we’ll get to working at Runway Magazine.
When: Out now
Where: Wherever you listen to podcasts
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Together with ThriftBooks
BTS is back on tour, which has us back in a boy band obsession! Boybandcore feels like big, loud emotions you can’t turn down. It sounds like harmonies, love songs, and screams from the crowd. It looks like stage lights, matching outfits, and glossy posters. It tastes like bubblegum, late nights, and a little bit of heartbreak.
Hitting the Screens
The Best YA Premieres Coming in May 2026
Read It, Stream It
What: A Good Girl’s Guide To Murder Season 2
Why: The addictive YA mystery that turned everyone into armchair detectives is finally back for round two—and the stakes are messier, darker, and way more personal. A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder finally returns with season two, picking up after Pip’s first case blew up her life (and her reputation). This season adapts Good Girl, Bad Blood, the second book in Holly Jackson’s bestselling series, and, in fact, Jackson herself helped write the episodes!
When: 5/27
Where: Netflix
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