The new year begins with a host of promising titles from George Saunders, Julian Barnes, Jennette McCurdy, Karl Ove Knausgaard and more. Here’s a look ahead at what’s publishing this month.
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10 books we’re looking forward to in early 2026
Did you resolve to read more in 2026? Whether you’re on track or need a jump start, here are some books coming out in the next few months to considering adding to your list.
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Put these 12 eye-opening books on your 2026 reading list
Want to learn something new in the new year? Check out these deep-dive books from 2025 — nonfiction that will lead you to fresh discoveries about big tech, true crime and the ground beneath our feet.
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10 books to help you understand America as its 250th birthday approaches
Here are recommended reads about the United States — perfect for the history buff on your gift list, or anyone looking to learn more about how the U.S got to where it is today.
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New books coming in December tell tales of the sea, colonialism and midlife
As the year wraps up, we bring you some final notable titles — including The Sea Captain’s Wife and The Rest of Our Lives — publishing before 2025 comes to a close.
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Believe it or not, this book makes taxes fascinating
The Price of Democracy tells the history of taxation from colonization to the present day. It’s essential reading for anyone who cares about preserving democracy.
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Maureen Corrigan’s 10 favorite books of 2025 — with plenty for nonfiction lovers
Fresh Air’s book critic says her picks tilt a bit to nonfiction, but the novels that made the cut redress the imbalance by their sweep and intensity. Karen Russell’s The Antidote was her favorite.
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Books out this week come from Nobel winners and independent presses
Nobel winners Olga Tokarczuk and Peter Handke bring us a reissue and a new book respectively this week. Also, a story from a fictional African country and a commentary on beauty.
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New books this week: A tome on capitalism, a deep dive on crosswords and more
Capitalism: A Global History comes in at 1,000 pages before the footnotes. Across the Universe explores the past, present and future of crossword puzzles. Plus, a Mitford sister biography and more.
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Here are the Books We Love: 380+ great 2025 reads recommended by NPR
Our annual reading guide returns with 380+ new titles handpicked by NPR staff and trusted critics. Find 13 years of recommendations all in one place — that’s more than 4,000 great reads.
