Best books to read in 2025?

Here are some of the best books to read in 2025, based on various sources and recommendations:

Fiction

  1. We Do Not Part by Han Kang
    • A poetic novel that delves into the memories and spirits of many, creating an almost ethereal narrative.
  2. Death of the Author by Nnedi Okorafor
    • A layered narrative with a book-within-a-book concept, blurring the lines between fiction and reality.
  3. The Unbecoming of Margaret Wolf by Isa Arsén
    • A mid-century tale of actors navigating personal and professional drama.
  4. Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros
    • The third installment in a highly anticipated fantasy series, continuing the saga with significant buzz.
  5. Mona Acts Out by Mischa Berlinski
    • A psychologically acute, Shakespeare-steeped tale exploring the dynamics of predation and the culture of theater.

Nonfiction

  1. The Sun Won’t Come Out Tomorrow: The Dark History of American Orphanhood by Kristen Martin
    • A sweeping history that untangles imagined orphanhood from its severe and persistent reality.
  2. Somewhere Toward Freedom: Sherman’s March and the Story of America’s Largest Emancipation by Bennett Parten
    • A unique look at the refugee crisis during Sherman’s March and its impact on American history.
  3. Dark Laboratory: On Columbus, the Caribbean, and the Origins of the Climate Crisis by Tao Leigh Goffe
    • An alternative account of life in the wake of environmental apocalypse, offering a novel perspective on post-colonial resistance and survival.

Children's Books

  1. Jonty Gentoo - the Adventures of a Penguin by Julia Donaldson
    • A heartwarming tale of a zoo penguin’s journey to reconnect with family, blending charming illustrations and engaging adventures.
  2. A Crankenstein Valentine by Samantha Berger
    • A playful and creative children’s book combining the fun of monsters with the sweetness of Valentine’s Day.

Highly Anticipated Releases

  1. The Life of Herod the Great by Zora Neale Hurston and Deborah G.
    • A historical novel that promises to be a significant literary event.
  2. Y2K by Colette Shade
    • A novel exploring the cultural impact of the Y2K phenomenon, set to release on January 7.
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  1. Save Our Souls: The True Story by an unnamed author, focusing on a gripping true story that is expected to captivate readers.
These books cover a wide range of genres and themes, ensuring there's something for every type of reader in 2025.