The Best Paperbacks of November & December 2025
Paperbacks are the best picks for any on-the-go reader, and this time of year can consist of a lot of…
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The Best Kids’ Books of November & December 2025
Kids’ books offer readers both young and old the opportunity to explore new worlds and learn important lessons with the…
We are Legion (We are Shocked): A Guest Post by Dennis E. Taylor
Meet Bob. He used to be a person, but after an untimely death, his consciousness is uploaded to a machine…
The Stakes Are Even Higher: A Guest Post by Axie Oh
In the follow-up to Axie Oh’s Floating World, Rex and her friends were able to stop a war from brewing,…
25 of the Best and Scariest Horror Books Ever
Whether you’re looking for classics or new favorites, pick up any of these books for sensationally scary horror stories.
Life As a Puzzle Editor: A Guest Post by Joel Fagliano
Puzzlers, gamers, Wordle-heads and crossword fiends — meet your new obsession. This invigorating compendium of mental glee and stimulation from…
Honored: A Guest Post by Casey Cep
A brand-new collection of stories from an indelible voice in fiction. From the wilds of Alabama to the high-rises of…
The Curious World of Language: A Guest Post by Joshua Blackburn
Step into the world of language and take a tour of linguistic curiosities — with wit and humor. From quirky…
Hope for the Future: A Guest Post by Brandon Stanton
The creator of Humans of New York shares the real, raw, funny, heartbreaking and human stories that make up every…
You Never Gave In: A Guest Post by Ariel Sullivan
A rising rebellion, a dangerous game and an impossible choice. One woman is forced to question everything in this thrilling…
The Best Fiction of 2025
It can be hard to know which books to add to your ever-growing reading list, especially after such a remarkable…
The Best Gift Books of 2025
Find the best books to gift this year on this list — wrapping paper optional . They will entertain, inspire…
The Best Mystery & Thriller Books of 2025
If given the opportunity to solve a high-profile mystery, would you be the one to crack the case? Or would…
The Best Biographies & Memoirs of 2025
Meet the music legends, cultural icons and inspiring rebels whose stories made the list of the best biographies and memoirs…
The Best Picture Books of 2025
There is no age limit to picture books, and 2025 proved just how timeless these stories can be. Both kids…
The Best Young Reader Books of 2025
Fantastical quests, cosmic adventures, and whimsical tales (and tails) await kiddos in these must-read books from the last year. With…
The Best Young Adult Books of 2025
Step into magical worlds, high-stakes adventures and trope-tastic love stories that will keep you turning the pages. No matter if…
The Best Science Fiction & Fantasy of 2025
Books have the power to transport you to wherever or whenever you want to go, and the incredible sci-fi and…
The Best History Books of 2025
The past comes alive on this list of the best history books we’ve read this year. Discover the American Revolution…
The Best Horror Books of 2025
This year, a wide variety of horror books hit the shelves and with alien invasions, ghostly meetings and even some…