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Weekly Top Reads

Discover the best articles about books, reading, and literary culture, curated weekly through AI-powered research.

📚 Weekly Top Reads

Every week, we curate the most engaging articles about books, reading, authors, and literary culture. From insightful author interviews to thought-provoking essays about reading culture, discover the content that's capturing readers' attention worldwide.

đŸ”„ This Week's Top Reads

2026-W05

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Curated on Monday, January 26, 2026

Week of January 19 - January 25, 2026

2026-W04

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Curated on Monday, January 19, 2026

Week of January 12 - January 18, 2026

2026-W03

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Curated on Monday, January 12, 2026

Week of January 5 - January 11, 2026

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This week kicks off 2026 with a surge of thrilling new releases dominating literary conversations, from George Saunders' darkly comic take on corporate downfall in *Vigil* to atmospheric thrillers like Sarah Crouch's *The Briars*. Readers are buzzing about debut novels blending family drama with crime, winter-themed essays by Val McDermid, and high-stakes mysteries set against apocalyptic backdrops. These picks spotlight fresh voices and genre masters perfect for starting the year with gripping reads.

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"Vigil: A Novel"

by George Saunders, Tertulia Book Page

Witness an oil CEO's final hours contested by ghosts in this resonant, darkly funny confrontation of power and absolution, praised by Kirkus

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"Lost Lambs"

by Madeline Cash, Tertulia Book Page

Unravel a coastal family's slide into crime under a billionaire's shadow, blending *The Corrections* vibes with a seductive crime caper

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"The Final Score"

by Don Winslow, Tertulia Book Page

Savor short stories of crooked cops and doomed heists with Stephen King's endorsement for top-tier crime fiction intensity

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"The Briars: A Novel"

by Sarah Crouch, Barnes & Noble Book Page

Feel the Pacific Northwest chill in this emotionally charged thriller uncovering a small town's buried horrors amid lush landscapes

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Curated on Monday, January 5, 2026

Week of December 22 - December 28, 2025

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Curated on Monday, December 22, 2025

Week of December 15 - December 21, 2025

2025-W51

This week’s reading coverage mixes lively book reviews, a sharp essay on reading culture, and intimate author conversations that together illuminate how books shape public life and private imagination. Highlights include close readings of major new fiction, a revealing author profile, and a culture piece arguing for new ways to value reading in the digital age.

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"Why Book Bans Are Backfiring"

by Amina Chaudhry, The Atlantic

an argument-driven essay explaining recent legal and cultural responses to book bans, combining reporting with cultural criticism to show how censorship debates are reshaping reading communities

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Curated on Monday, December 15, 2025

Week of December 8 - December 14, 2025

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This week’s literary coverage offers a rich blend of book reviews, author profiles, and essays on reading culture, highlighting new releases in fiction and nonfiction. Notable features include an in-depth debut biography of Margaret C. Anderson, evocative Scandinavian short stories, and thoughtful reflections on literary endurance and cultural criticism. Readers will find engaging interviews, fresh perspectives on classic authors, and compelling literary news that capture the vibrant diversity of contemporary literary culture.

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"Winter Stories"

by Ingvild RishĂži, American Booksellers Association Indie Next List

A review highlighting this Norwegian collection’s poignant portraits of marginalized lives during the holiday season

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"Isola: A Novel"

by Allegra Goodman, American Booksellers Association Indie Next List

A compelling historical fiction review tracing a woman’s survival and transformation in 17th-century France and Canada

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Curated on Monday, December 8, 2025

Week of December 1 - December 7, 2025

2025-W49

This week’s literary coverage features a rich variety of book reviews, author interviews, and essays on reading culture. Highlights include a nuanced review of Eliza Dumais’s debut romance *Grape Juice*, insightful profiles of contemporary authors, and thoughtful essays on the evolving landscape of literary culture and reading habits.

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"Book Review: Grape Juice

by Eliza Dumais" by Kritika Narula, The Masters Review

A detailed and evocative review praising Dumais’s fresh literary approach to the romance genre, highlighting the novel’s lush prose and character depth

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"The Six Loves of James I"

by Gareth Russell, The Wall Street Journal (excerpt and review)

An insightful profile and review of Russell’s biography exploring the personal and political life of King James I, blending historical detail with literary narrative (linked via Biblionerd)

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"Best Books of the Year 2025"

by Barnes & Noble Editors

A curated list of standout books across genres, including children’s literature and adult fiction, offering a broad perspective on the year’s literary achievements

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"The Once and Future Queen

by Paula Lafferty: A Feminist Timeslip Adventure" by Biblionerd Reflections Staff

A preview and thematic discussion of Lafferty’s upcoming novel reimagining King Arthur’s saga from a fresh feminist perspective

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"A Steep and Savage Path

by JJA Harwood: Enemies-to-Lovers in the Underworld" by Biblionerd Reflections Staff

An anticipatory review highlighting Harwood’s unique take on fantasy romance, blending dark themes with compelling character dynamics

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Curated on Monday, December 1, 2025

Week of November 24 - November 30, 2025

2025-W48

This week’s literary coverage offers a rich mix of sharp new book reviews, insightful author profiles, and thoughtful essays on reading culture. Highlights include Marisa Kashino’s darkly humorous debut novel *Best Offer Wins*, a poignant exploration of Black bookstores’ history, and fresh interviews with authors of gripping thrillers and mysteries. These articles provide engaging perspectives on contemporary literary themes, authorial craft, and the evolving book world.

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"Best Offer Wins"

by Marisa Kashino, reviewed by Celadon, Southern Review of Books

A razor-sharp debut novel exploring the obsession and class tensions in today’s housing market, praised for its dark humor and propulsive narrative

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"Book Haul – 17 November 2025"

by The Unseen Library

A lively roundup of recent and upcoming novels including Scott Mariani’s *The Knight’s Pledge* and Emma Styles’ thriller *The Shark*, offering readers a preview of exciting new narratives

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"The Best Books of November 2025"

by Southern Review of Books

A focused roundup of Southern-themed literature and poetry, including MaKshya Tolbert’s *Shade is a place* and Ravi Teixeira’s *Heaven, West Virginia*, blending literary culture with regional identity

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Curated on Monday, November 24, 2025

Week of November 17 - November 23, 2025

2025-W47

I don't have the information needed to fulfill this request. The search results provided contain only general book recommendation lists and roundups for November 2025 (such as "Best New Books To Read in November 2025" and "12 Must-Read Books of November 2025"), not individual articles published within the past week.

Curated on Monday, November 17, 2025

Week of November 10 - November 16, 2025

2025-W46

This week’s most engaging reading-related content explores the emotional power of new literary fiction, the cultural impact of book bans, and intimate author profiles that reveal the personal stories behind celebrated works. From a deep dive into Chicago’s literary legacy to candid interviews with rising novelists, these pieces offer a rich mix of reviews, cultural criticism, and behind-the-scenes insights for book lovers.

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Curated on Monday, November 10, 2025

Week of November 3 - November 9, 2025

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This week’s literary landscape features a mix of sharp author interviews, thoughtful book reviews, and cultural commentary on the evolving world of reading. Highlights include a candid conversation with Oyinkan Braithwaite about her latest novel, a deep dive into the legacy of Elizabeth Gilbert’s new memoir, and essays reflecting on the changing habits of readers in the digital age.

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Curated on Monday, November 3, 2025

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