Need a last-minute holiday gift? Try one of these recent releases. The staff of The New York Times Book Review choose the year’s top fiction and nonfiction. Our critic A.O. Scott breaks down a scene ...

The staff of The New York Times Book Review choose the year’s top fiction and nonfiction. Need a last-minute holiday gift? Try one of these recent releases. Our critic A.O. Scott breaks down a scene ...

December 3, 2025 • Every year, we ask NPR staff and book critics to share their favorite titles in our annual Books We Love guide. Here are 8 fiction picks that were standout stars. December 2, 2025 • ...

Every item on this page was chosen by a Town & Country editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. It's December, which means there's no better activity than curling up by a ...

November 24, 2025 • 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 ...