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Oh man, I love a good bookstore. There’s nothing better than starting with one and ending up with a pile of fresh stories to dive into. And on that note, here’s:
The Top Sellers and Best Books at Barnes & Noble – Winter/Spring 2025
Book Shopping Catagories:
As we dive deeper into 2025, Barnes & Noble continues to be our go-to destination for the most exciting new releases. From spellbinding fantasy to thought-provoking literary fiction, let’s explore the books that are making waves this season.
The Crown Jewel: “Onyx Storm” by Rebecca Yarros The literary world is buzzing with excitement over the release of “Onyx Storm,” the third installment in Rebecca Yarros’s phenomenal Empyrean series. Following the massive success of “Fourth Wing” and “Iron Flame,” this new addition promises to elevate the saga to new heights. The Barnes & Noble Exclusive Edition features:
- Stunning metallic sprayed edges
- Custom endpapers with exclusive artwork
- A bonus chapter from another character’s perspective
- Collector’s dust jacket with foil detailing
Must-Read New Releases and Last Year’s Award-Winning Books:
Witchcraft for Wayward Girls: by Grady Hendrix, The master of horror-comedy, returns with a wickedly entertaining tale that combines supernatural elements with sharp social commentary. This special Barnes & Noble Edition features a cover with an alternate colorway and special effects, plus exclusive new material from author Grady Hendrix, including an introduction to the book and an essay on the history of homes for unwed mothers.
There’s power in a book…They call them wayward girls. Loose girls. Girls who grew up too fast. And they’re sent to the Wellwood House in St. Augustine, Florida, where unwed mothers are hidden by their families to have their babies in secret, give them up for adoption, and, most important of all, forget any of it ever happened.
Current Bestseller Spotlight:
- “Iron Flame” by Rebecca Yarros: The sensational sequel to “Fourth Wing” continues to dominate the charts, combining dragon-riding adventure with intense romance. This second installment in the Empyrean series has readers absolutely spellbound.
- “James” by Percival Everett (2024 B&N Book of the Year) Winner of the National Book Award, this powerful novel has earned its place as Barnes & Noble’s Book of the Year, offering a profound exploration of identity and American history.
- “The Women” by Kristin Hannah A compelling new release from the bestselling author of “The Nightingale,” this novel showcases Hannah’s masterful storytelling through the lens of women’s experiences.
- “Witchcraft for Wayward Girls” by Grady Hendrix The latest from horror-comedy master Hendrix delivers his signature blend of supernatural thrills and sharp wit.
- “The God of the Woods” by Liz Moore is a mesmerizing new release that’s quickly climbing the bestseller lists with its atmospheric storytelling.
The Life Cycle of the Common Octopus (Barnes & Noble Book Club Edition) – A sharp coming-of-age journey set in a glamorous world of high academia, old money, and one eccentric upper-class family. This heartfelt tale is sure to please fans of Sally Rooney and Caroline O’Donoghue.
This Barnes & Noble Book Club Edition has special cover effects, endpapers, and an exclusive essay from Emma Knight.
“A spellbinding debut about friendship, motherhood, first love, and the choices that bind us. . . I couldn’t put it down!” —Carley Fortune, #1 New York Times bestselling author of This Summer Will Be Different
‘James’ by Percival Everett: #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER• NATIONAL BOOK AWARD WINNER • ONE OF THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW’S 10 BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR • SHORTLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE • KIRKUS PRIZE WINNER • A brilliant, action-packed reimagining of Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, both harrowing and darkly humorous, told from the enslaved Jim’s point of view.
The Women is both singular and expansive in focus. Centered on one woman who goes to war in Vietnam, it is a stark reminder of the sacrifices women make for their country.
A #1 bestseller on The New York Times, USA Today, Washington Post, and Los Angeles Times!
From the celebrated author of The Nightingale and The Four Winds comes Kristin Hannah’s The Women—an intimate portrait of coming of age in a dangerous time and an epic tale of a nation divided.
- ONE OF THE NEW YORK TIMES’S NOTABLE BOOKS OF 2024
- A NEW YORK TIMES BEST THRILLER OF 2024
- A NEW YORK TIMES BEST CRIME NOVEL OF 2024
- PEOPLE MAGAZINE’S #1 BOOK OF THE YEAR
- A NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY TOP 10 PICK OF 2024
- ONE OF NPR’S “BOOKS WE LOVE” 2024
- ONE OF TIME MAGAZINE’S “100 MUST-READ BOOKS OF 2024”
- NAMED A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR BY:
- REAL SIMPLE ● OPRAH DAILY ● NEWSWEEK ● VULTURE
“Extraordinary . . . Reminds me of Donna Tartt’s 1992 debut, The Secret History . . . I was so thoroughly submerged in a rich fictional world that for hours I barely came up for air.” —Maureen Corrigan, Fresh Air, NPR
“This expertly paced thriller …has the kineticism of a well-crafted miniseries.” —The New Yorker
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