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.

The 30 Best Science Fiction Books in the Universe

Our resident expert names her top science fiction picks.

The 15 Best Horror Books—We Dare You to Finish Them!

Side effects include loss of sleep, vivid nightmares, and an intense fear of clowns.

10 Bad Boy Romance Books That Are Oh So Good

We don't give a damn about their bad reputations.

10 Authors Like Louise Penny

Because you need something to hold you over until her next book.

13 Books Like The Girl on the Train

Question everything—especially your own assumptions.

14 Books Like Harry Potter for Adult Readers

Because the wizarding world doesn’t have to end at Hogwarts.

10 Books on Terrorism From Our 16 Years at War

Great nonfiction from the soldiers, journalists, and historians of the war on terror.

What was it like it to be John Lennon’s neighbor?

"Life at the Dakota" offers an of-the-period account of John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s time in the Dakota Building.

9 Books to Read While You Wait for the Next Season of Game of Thrones

These epic fantasy reads will help ease your Westeros withdrawal.

8 Novels Inspired by the Odyssey

Odysseus’ epic adventure sparked ideas in the minds of James Joyce, William Faulkner, and more.

10 Childhood Characters You Wish Were Your Friends

Even though they're fictional, these memorable characters would have made the perfect BFFs.

7 Classic Summer Reads

Longer days mean more time to devour those hefty classics.

7 Perfect YA Summer Beach Reads

Slip into a world of summer love and hilarious mishaps.

13 of the Best Dragons in Fantasy Fiction

Be your own Khalessi and tame these dragons.

The Enduring Charm of Margery Sharp

Discover the heartfelt work of this under-appreciated author.

Nora Ephron’s Favorite Books

The late writer was, of course, very fond of Austen's work.