The latest bestseller lists for the week ending December 28, 2025, highlight a diverse range of titles across various genres. Compiled by the New England Independent Booksellers Association and IndieBound, these rankings reflect the preferences of readers in local independent bookstores.
Top Hardcover Fiction Titles
Leading the hardcover fiction category is The Correspondent by Virginia Evans, followed closely by Heart the Lover from Lily King. Other notable titles include What We Can Know by Ian McEwan and The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny from Kiran Desai. Fans of established authors will find The Secret of Secrets by Dan Brown and Dog Show: Poems by Billy Collins among this week’s top sellers.
The list also features works from David Szalay, John Irving, Fredrik Backman, and Louise Penny, each bringing unique narratives that have resonated with readers.
Popular Nonfiction Selections
In the nonfiction category, 1929: Inside the Greatest Crash in Wall Street History — and How It Shattered a Nation by Andrew Ross Sorkin takes the top spot. This title explores the historical impact of the stock market crash, making it a significant read for those interested in financial history.
Other bestselling nonfiction titles include The Greatest Sentence Ever Written by Walter Isaacson and Good Things: Recipes and Rituals to Share with People You Love by Samin Nosrat. Readers are also drawn to The Gales of November by John U. Bacon and History Matters by David McCullough, reflecting a growing interest in both culinary and historical narratives.
The top ten also features Always Remember by Charlie Mackesy and A Marriage at Sea by Sophie Elmhirst, which tell personal and emotional stories.
Fiction and Nonfiction in Paperback
In paperback fiction, The God of the Woods by Liz Moore leads the charge, while Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt and The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon also rank highly. This week’s list includes a mix of fresh voices and established authors, appealing to a broad audience.
The paperback nonfiction list is topped by The 2026 Old Farmer’s Almanac, a perennial favorite, followed by The Wager by David Grann. Other popular titles include On Tyranny by Timothy Snyder and The Art Thief by Michael Finkel.
These rankings provide insight into the evolving literary landscape and the books that are capturing readers’ imaginations. For those wishing to explore the latest trends in literature, visiting local independent bookstores is a great way to support authors and discover new favorites.
The data for these bestselling lists is available through IndieBound and NEIBA, ensuring that readers can access the most current and relevant literary offerings. For more information on independent bookstores, visit IndieBound.org.
