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Whether you choose a bestseller, Discover Pick of the Month, one of our Book Club selections, or a book recommended by our expert booksellers, you’re sure to find a book you’ll love. There are endless books to choose from in a variety of genres. This may be overwhelming at times (so many good books- how does one choose!?), which is why our booksellers have created easy ways for you to browse, discover and shop! If you want to stay up on the latest trends in the book industry, check out the books that Everyone’s Talking About. If you're not ready to commit to a title just yet, browse our blog (B&N Reads) for book inspiration, new releases, and titles we're excited about. Check out our list of the best books of 2023 here, and of course our Book of the Year for 2023, The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride!

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The Book Store

Discover the best books to read right now including trending titles, bookseller recommendations, new releases and more.

Bestsellers

Our Monthly Picks

The Biggest New Releases

B&N Reads

The Biggest Books Coming Soon

Barnes & Noble Holiday Gift Guide

Trending Subjects

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This Month's Pick: The Mighty Red

Books by Interest

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