Reviews of notable new fiction, nonfiction, and poetry.

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

This month, pile your nightstand with Elizabeth Strout’s newest novel, Hugo Vickers’s biography of Wallis Simpson, and Jesmyn ...

The novel is getting attention for its sharp satire, unexpected premise, and buzzy take on modern domestic culture.

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 ...

Miller’s popularity and people’s love for Greek mythology, undoubtedly helped to propel Circe to the top of the list of ...

Here are five of Colleen Hoover's best books, including "Verity" and "Reminders of Him," and five that might not live up to ...

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