Book Recommendations

If you’re always looking for your next read, you’ve come to the right place. From new books to titles that deserve more recognition, we have book recommendations for everyone.

Remembering Cloris Leachman, 1926-2021

Read an excerpt from Cloris Leachman's 2009 autobiography.

10 Chinese Books That Belong on Your Must-Read List

From fantasies to works of historical fiction, explore captivating page-turners from some of today’s most popular Chinese authors.

10 African American History Books Every American Should Read

Meet extraordinary individuals; explore communities; deepen your understanding of America.

8 Books for Fans of Enola Holmes Mysteries

Sherlock's little sister would take any of these sleuths as her Watson.

F. Scott Fitzgerald's Books, Life and Legacy

The Jazz Age literary icon who couldn't resist living to excess.

10 Books for Fans of HBO’s My Brilliant Friend

A mix of novels that will pull you in and hook you until the very end.

Read an Excerpt from The Genius of Impeachment

John Nichols explains why impeachment is an essential American institution.

The Best Book Club Books for Winter 2021

A virtual book club can be the social interaction you never knew you needed!

9 Thrilling Adventure Books for Intrepid Readers

From the frozen expanse of the South Pole to the hot sands of the Sahara.

Remembering Barry Lopez, National Book Award Winner, 1945-2020

“Everything is held together with stories. That is all that is holding us together, stories and compassion.”―Barry Lopez

6 YA Books About Being (or Dating) the First Kid

Dive in to the trials and tribulations of fictional first kids.

9 SFF Books With a Hopeful Vision for the American Future

These stories articulate what a better America might look like.

7 Fun and Informative History Books for Kids

Your tiny history buff will love these books about life in the past.

The Best Books of the 21st Century

Many phenomenal books have been released in the past two decades.

The 10 Best Romance Books of 2020

Romances we want to remember, from the year we'd rather forget.

Read an Excerpt from The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus

L. Frank Baum's charming Christmas origin story.

10 Forgotten Mystery Masterpieces

These lost tales of deadly plots, locked rooms, and serial killers on the loose deserve a top spot on your must-read list.