Margaret Atwood Books
Discover all the books by Margaret Atwood at Barnes & Noble. The Canadian author is best-known for her 1985 widely read dystopian novel, The Handmaid’s Tale , that has been famously banned in schools and libraries across the United States and Canada. The haunting story about the Republic of Gilead, an extremist religious regime that assigns oppressive roles to women, continues in The Testaments , a sequel set 15 years into the future. The author gained further popularity when The Handmaid’s Tale was adapted into a Hulu Original television series in 2017.
Many of Atwood’s novels feature over-achingly dystopian themes with elements of science fiction like alternate realities, however her books like The Year of the Flood , part of the MaddAddam trilogy, and the captivating novel, The Heart Goes Last , are also considered works of speculative fiction. While her books like Alias Grace , based on the real story of a 19th century maid on trial for murder, her semi-autobiographical novel, Cat Eye and first Booker Prize winner, The Blind Assassin , are prime examples of Atwood’s historical fiction writing.
Often written through a feminist lens, her novels are known for exploring dark themes like patriarchal control, environmental collapse and women’s roles in society. But Margaret Atwood is not only a bestselling novelist, the talented writer has also published numerous short stories, poetry books and works of non-fiction. Her darkly funny short-story, "Happy Endings", that explores six different scenarios of a romantic relationship, highlights the versatility of the brilliant author’s craftsmanship.
Whether you’re a longtime fan checking for the release date of her newest book or you’re picking up one of her novels for school, find a large selection of Margaret Atwood’s books here. Atwood’s much anticipated memoir, Book of Lives , is currently available for a preorder with its release date scheduled for November 4th, 2025.
Looking for books by authors who write in a style similar to Margaret Atwood? Check out works by Kazuo Ishiguro , Joyce Carol Oates and Octavia Butler .
