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Bobby Powers
The 30 Best Fiction Books I’ve Read in the Past 10 Years22 May 2025
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“From the 700+ books I’ve read in the past ten years, here are my 30 fiction favorites, alphabetized by author’s last name.”
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“Each of the 20 books below, then, has in some way moved the novel forwards, whether stylistically, structurally or politically. The literary tradition would look very different without them.”
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“If you’re looking for reading inspiration, check out these 27 books that should be on everyone’s ‘reading bucket list’. From old classics to modern masterpieces, hopefully, there’s something for everyone.”
Tim Ferriss
The Top 10 Fiction Books for Non-Fiction Addicts - The Blog of Author Tim Ferriss24 February 2012
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“Now, if people ask me, for instance, “Which books should I read on leadership?”, I might reply: “Dune and Ender’s Game.”
Kara Infante
What to Read Next: 25 Books I Always Recommend — Bookish Flights30 July 2025 · Updated 30 October 2025
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“This list isn’t a declaration of the “greatest books of all time.” Rather, it’s a collection of the stories I can’t stop thinking about — the ones I’ve recommended more times than I can count and that continue to live rent-free in my head.”
Michelle Boyd Waters
100+ Novels Every High School Student Should (Consider) Read(ing)11 February 2017
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“…this list is a bit dated, but you can find newer books in the Young Adult Literature genre by checking out annual awards like the Sequoyah Book Awards (High School), YALSA’s Best Fiction for Young Adults, the American Library Association Youth Media Award, and the Boston Globe–Horn Book Award.”
Luke Harkness
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The 10 Best Books I Read in 2022 (Ranked) - Luke's Blog31 December 2022
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“Therefore I can safely say that I’d recommend every single book on this list to everybody – they’re all truly remarkable in their own way. I hope every book on this list will leave a mark on you and will be a book you won’t forget about.”
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Sarah McKenna
100 must-read classics, as chosen by our readers13 April 2026 · Updated 27 August 2026
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“If you’re looking for an easy entryway to reading the classics, you might consider starting with a shorter novel that is less than 200 pages long. This lets you get a sense of if you like this style of writing – and gives you the satisfaction of reading a classic over…”
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“Our edit of the best books to read is the perfect literary bucket list. From prize-winners to controversial classics that got everyone talking – these are the must-read books before you die.”
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Caroline
The Best Books for Beginner Readers: A Genre-by-Genre Guide - Down the Book Jar5 May 2026 · Updated 8 June 2026
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“here are the books I would personally recommend as the best books for beginner readers (broken down by genre). The best books for beginner readers tend to be fast-paced and hard to put down.”
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“If you feel like fantasy is your genre to get started with reading, my top (and highly biased) recommendation is to start with Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. It’s exciting and enchanting, hooking you in just right to keep you reading.”
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“You’ll find more than 100 good books to read, organized by category. This is a reading list for people who don’t have time for unimportant books. I only list the best books to read in each category.”
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Hayley Maitland
30 Books Everyone Should Read At Least Once12 August 2019 · Updated 8 August 2026
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“From Zora Neale Hurston’s Their Eyes Were Watching God to Jeanette Winterson’s Oranges Are Not The Only Fruit, read on for Vogue’s definitive guide to the books by female authors that everyone should read at least once – regardless of their gender.”
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Teri Coan
The Top 10 Classic Books Everyone Should Read8 August 2023 · Updated 7 February 2026
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“These top 10 books form a literary constellation, each shining with its unique brilliance and touching upon fundamental aspects of the human experience. From the wisdom of the past to the imagination of the future, these books transcend time and borders, inviting readers to embark on transformative journeys of the…”
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Ishita Deo
12 Best Novels of All Time You Must Read Before You Die | Classic Fiction & Famous BooksJun 11, 2026
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“If you are looking for novels that do more than entertain, books that challenge, move, and remain with you long after the final page - this is where to begin. These are not simply the best novels of all time.”
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Matt Diddy
17 Unforgettable Books Everyone Should Read in Their Lifetime - Books of Brilliance26 July 2026
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“Start with the book that speaks to you. Choose the adventure of Treasure Island, the revenge story of The Count of Monte Cristo, the psychological intensity of Crime and Punishment, or the dark academic atmosphere of The Secret History. What matters is that you begin.”
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“If you want the best of the best, these five star books won’t disappoint. Here are 50 of my all-time favorite books to read.”
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“If you're looking for interesting books to read, we've compiled a list of super-specific recommendations you won't be able to put down. This list has you covered, no matter how you're feeling.”
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“With that said, the one genre that seems to always be last on the reading list is classic novels. This probably due to the fact that so many were mandatory reading way back in high school, which turns enjoyable reading into homework.”
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Chris Walton
Ratings of the 100 Greatest Novels of All-Time10 July 2017 · Updated 3 February 2024
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“Below is the full list, as well as my progress and ratings of the books I have read thus far.”
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“It's hard to find a good book, but these 20 are almost guaranteed to be enjoyable reads.”
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“If you’re looking for a book recommendation for any of the best fiction books, this list is for you.”
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“Here is a list of our top 100 novels of all time. All these books have been regarded as some of the finest works of literature ever written for a variety of reasons, and we have reviewed them individually to tell you why;”