Fiction

Kazuo Ishiguro is a masterful storyteller, exploring themes of memory and identity through stunningly nuanced characters and moving stories that have earned him the Nobel Prize in Literature and the Booker Prize. To celebrate his upcoming novel Miss Lambert Steps Aboard Danger and the film adaptation of Klara and the Sun, we have compiled your one-stop guide to the enchanting world of Kazuo Ishiguro. His catalog spans spy stories, speculative fiction, historical novels, lyrics and screenplays, so every reader can find their perfect introduction.

The National Book Foundation annually honors the best work published in the United States with the prestigious National Book Awards, celebrating exceptional fiction, nonfiction, poetry and more. Chosen from the lauded longlist, this year's finalists have been revealed.

While Wicker itself is based on a short story, these tales will satisfy your desire for wonderfully weird and bizarre relationships between humans and non-humans. You’ll never look at a photocopier the same way.

Meet-cutes, forbidden loves, flying sparks and more: these are the books that made romance readers fall head over heels this year. With a dazzling Abby Jimenez story, a paranormal romance from Laurie Gilmore, a Christina Lauren rom-com and much more, fall in love with the best romance books of 2026.

The Booker Prize honors this years best novels written in the English language, celebrating original works that speak to our times. Narrowed down from the longlist of 13 books, this selection includes masterful prose and unforgettable characters.

The National Book Foundation annually honors the best in American literature with the prestigious National Book Awards, and the longlist for 2026 has finally been revealed. From eye-opening memoirs to indelible novels, unforgettable children’s literature and more, we’re thrilled to celebrate this year’s nominees.

From magical worlds to coming-of-age stories and the latest installments in some of the most popular fantasy series, these are the biggest YA and fantasy books coming this fall.

It’s hard to believe the year is nearly halfway done, but believe it or not, that crisp autumnal air will be here before you know it. Now is the time to plan your fall reads. Do you prefer to dive into literary fiction or a fast-paced thrill ride? Are you a horror lover, or a cozy rom-com reader? You’re in luck: we’ve got them all. Check out the biggest books we can’t wait to get our hands on this fall.

Hawaii’s ecological offerings of volcanoes, beaches, and rainforests make it a go-to vacation destination, but it also boasts a diverse, rich cultural mosaic. Try one of these expert travel guides if you’re looking to catch a wave or dive a little deeper into the history of these beautiful islands from the comfort of your own home. If you’re looking to escape, check out some local fiction, from personal elegies of heritage to sprawling historical tales — this is your ultimate guide to reading Hawaii from the writers who know it best.

As summer comes to a close and autumn breezes are just around the corner, it's a great time to curl up with a good book. History buffs and romance fans alike will find something to rave about in this month's batch of brand-new paperbacks.

Known for his intricate worlds, complex characterization and wild imagination, Haruki Murakami has written epic feats of mythology and adventure and explored the intricacies of human nature. In celebration of his newest and most personal work, Abandoning a Cat, we’re looking back on a few of our favorite stories that established him as an unstoppable force in the literary world.

Fruit Fly is a sharp, darkly humorous story about a washed-up author who will stop at nothing to return to relevancy, even steal someone else’s story. Unsurprisingly, there are plenty of books about books, writers, and the writing process – and not everyone gets their own happy ending. If you liked reading Josh Silver’s Fruit Fly, check out these other books that will give you the same feeling…or inspire you to write the next great novel.

Every August, we join booksellers across the country to celebrate Women in Translation Month. With novels translated from French, Spanish, Japanese and more, these are books written by women from all over the globe. Join us in recognizing these incredible writers and stack up your TBR.

Whether you’re in the mood for a spooky mystery, an enchanted love story or a small-town romance, these are the cozy reads that will wrap you up in autumn feels.

Jodi Picoult keeps her readers hooked with emotionally driven tales that focus on complex characters who face difficult choices. From a small-town tragedy in Nineteen Minutes to the ambitious story of art and courage in By Any Other Name, dive into one of Picoult’s thought-provoking stories ahead of her upcoming novel, Hollow Bones.