Reviews of notable new fiction, nonfiction, and poetry.

A guide to walking, a look at the world’s Google searches and a deep dive into the secrets of our DNA are some of the topics ...

From “experimental archaeology” to the mysterious appeal of exploration, the wide-ranging subjects detailed in these titles captivated Smithsonian magazine’s science contributors this year Joe Spring, ...

Satire, scandal and sun-drenched secrets: Our critics select the best new fiction and nonfiction to fill your summer stack.

In a world drowning in screens and notifications, something remarkable happened in 2025. People returned to books in record numbers, seeking stories that could transport them beyond their daily ...

Stephen King's "Never Flinch" is one of the best beach reads for summer 2025, featuring recurring King character Holly Gibney. Summer is for going to the beach, hitting the pool and soaking up the sun ...

If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Springtime won't be complete without these must-read book recommendations Lizz Schumer is the Senior Editor, Books, at PEOPLE. She has ...

MINNEAPOLIS — It's fun to get lost in a good page-turner, whether you're holding it in your hands or listening to an audiobook. Readers at Hennepin County Libraries checked out 11.8 million physical ...

Who doesn't love Nicholas Sparks books? "The Notebook," "Dear John," and "A Walk To Remember" are among his best.