Best Classic Book Recommendations

The legendary author's sci-fi works were political and realistic, sometimes prescient—and always entertaining.

The beloved author is ready for her work to go from page to screen. 

See these talented authors in a whole new light.

He's bewitched us, body and soul—on the page and on the screen.

A full list of recommendations from the people who know our books best.

Acclaimed screenwriter Andrew Davies, who also wrote the 1995 Pride and Prejudice miniseries, will be adapting the novel for the small screen.

Often compared to Jane Austen, the 20th-century English novelist challenged societal norms with witty social comedies.

On May 22, 2018, author Philip Roth died at age 85. Read an enlightening conversation between Roth and writer Milan Kundera in Roth's collection of essays and interviews, Shop Talk. 

Throughout her career, the author of The Heart is a Lonely Hunter showed a deep empathy for, and understanding of, the outsider.

For cinephiles and bookworms alike.

The list was chosen for The Great American Read, a new series that celebrates the joy of reading.

The author of The Quiet American and The End of the Affair was an unforgettable voice of the 20th century.

Look beyond A Wrinkle in Time, and discover the true breadth of the Newbery winner's talent.

Overlooked? Yes. Forgotten? Not on our watch!

The prolific British author deserves a place on your bookshelf.

The author of The Color Purple reads three of her poems and answers reader questions about her work, life, and views on society.

On the centennial of her birth, we’re looking back at the writer's exceptional life and work.

Find your own Personal Legend.

The latest preview for the adaptation of Madeleine L'Engle's classic story doesn't disappoint.

Sources say the author planned for new book releases between 2015 and 2020—but is it only a myth?