Best of the Year

These candid reflections on life and resilience are as resonant as they are unforgettable.

Celebrating the stories that made us swoon, laugh, and feel it all.

Sci-fi and fantasy didn’t sleep this year. Escape, unwind, or speculate about the future—whatever you want to do, you can find it here.

True stories have never been more compelling than in this roundup of seasoned and debut authors and performers who gifted us with the year’s most provocative nonfiction.

Epic love stories where magic meets destiny.

If you like plots with blood, sweat, and tears—and a few chuckles—then this is your year.

Discover tales that will never grow old in this year’s crop of children’s literature meant to enrich, enlighten, and delight.

From step-by-step guidance on overcoming obstacles, to fresh and empowering methods for achieving your goals, these are 2025's best listens for well-being.

Horror had some crazy range this year! From tales of ancient entities to haunted houses to sadistic nuns, these terrifying listens capture it all.

It was a year full of extraordinary storytelling, unforgettable characters, and breathtaking performances.

Between actors and musicians revealing their unexpected realities—as well as reality stars telling all—it was quite a year for autobiographical confessions.

We're all looking for a little magic—and YA has delivered.