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40 Most Anticipated Books of 2023

FICTION

HELL BENT

by Leigh Bardugo

Well-drawn characters introduce the criminal underworld to the occult kind in a breathless and compelling plot. Full review >

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FICTION

THE SURVIVALISTS

by Kashana Cauley

Funny and fresh, Cauley’s prose moves dynamic characters through a vivid, living New York City. Full review >

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FICTION

VICTORY CITY

by Salman Rushdie

A grand entertainment, in a tale with many strands, by an ascended master of modern legends. Full review >

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FICTION

BIRNAM WOOD

by Eleanor Catton

This blistering look at the horrors of late capitalism manages to also be a wildly fun read. Full review >

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FICTION

THE DOG OF THE NORTH

by Elizabeth McKenzie

McKenzie has created a wonderful addition to the crew of damaged characters beloved by readers, so very endearing and real. Full review >

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NONFICTION

THE CREATIVE ACT

by Rick Rubin

Learn, do, have fun: terrific encouragement for anyone embarking on a creative project, no matter what it might be. Full review >

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NONFICTION

ROUGH SLEEPERS

by Tracy Kidder

A searching, troubling look at the terrible actualities of homelessness. Full review >

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NONFICTION

THE BIG MYTH

by Naomi Oreskes & Erik M. Conway

A timely, well-argued contribution to the literature of economic inequality and regulation. Full review >

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HISTORY

OSCAR WARS

by Michael Schulman

This Oscars history mixes all the expected glitz and glamour with enough industry intrigue to power an award-winning drama. Full review >

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