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🔥 Trending Reads from Barnes & Noble (2025 Edition)

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The books everyone is talking about — addictive stories, unforgettable characters, and zero regrets.
 
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What really happened in the 50th Hunger Games, decades before Katniss Everdeen ever stepped into the arena?                                                       In this electrifying prequel, Suzanne Collins pulls back the curtain on one of the most infamous chapters in Panem's violent history—the Quarter Quell that turned Haymitch Abernathy from a clever District 12 tribute into the hardened, haunted mentor...                      But this isn't just a tale of survival. It’s a story of strategy, manipulation, rebellion—and a Capitol more dangerous than ever.
Sunrise on the Reaping (A Hunger Games Novel)|Hardcover
 
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I can’t stop thinking about this book. Onyx Storm didn’t just meet my expectations—it shattered them like dragonfire through stone.             This third installment of The Empyrean series is an absolute storm of emotion, power, and epic scale. Violet Sorrengail returns fiercer, smarter, and more dangerous than ever—caught between war, politics, and the deep, unbreakable bond with her drag...                                                  And the DRAGONS? More intense. More layered. More alive.
Onyx Storm (Standard Edition)|Hardcover
 
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A deluxe edition of the new Hunger Games prequel, featuring exclusive artwork, metallic foil details, colored page edges, and bonus content. The story follows young Haymitch in the brutal 50th Hunger Games (Second Quarter Quell), revealing how he bec...
Sunrise on the Reaping: Collector's Edition (A Hunger Games Novel)|Hardcover
 
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A tender, indie-era literary romance set in the early 2000s, Deep Cuts follows Percy Marks, an English major and passionate music critic without musical talent but overflowing with opinions. When she meets aspiring songwriter Joe Morrow at a Berkeley...
Deep Cuts: A Novel (B&N Exclusive Edition)|BN Exclusive
 
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In this emotionally charged literary thriller set in rural Dorset, Beth—happily married to farmer Frank—sees her quiet life shattered when her teenage first love, Gabriel, unexpectedly returns with his son. After Beth’s brother-in-law accidentally ki...
Broken Country (Reese's Book Club)|Hardcover
 
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A haunting and atmospheric novel that weaves together the lives of two sisters in 2019 with twin sisters aboard a convict ship in 1800. When Lucy, plagued by strange dreams and waking up in a frightening incident, escapes to her sister Jess's coastal...
The Sirens: A Novel (B&N Exclusive Edition)|BN Exclusive
 
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Dive into The Amalfi Curse for a thrilling escape that combines seaside intrigue with supernatural twists. Perfect for readers who love adventure, mystery, and a touch of magic—this book is your next captivating journey filled with suspense and histo...
The Amalfi Curse (B&N Exclusive Edition)|BN Exclusive
 
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If you’re drawn to atmospheric, character-driven dystopian fiction, Wild Dark Shore offers a compelling blend of suspense, emotional depth, and ecological themes. McConaghy masterfully intertwines the fragility of human relationships with the relentl...
Wild Dark Shore: A Novel|Hardcover
 
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Good Dirt is a compelling choice for those interested in richly layered family sagas that delve into cultural heritage and personal transformation. Wilkerson's lyrical storytelling and intricate character development offer a profound exploration of h...
Good Dirt by Charmaine Wilkerson
 
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If you enjoy stories about unexpected family bonds and personal growth, Run for the Hills offers a delightful mix of humor and heartfelt moments. Wilson's engaging writing and memorable characters make this novel a compelling choice for those seeking...
Run for the Hills: A Novel|Hardcover
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This book is ideal if you're looking for a holistic, practical toolkit for anxiety—one that balances mental health with physical well-being and encourages deeper self-understanding. Perfect for those ready to "listen to their body" instead of just me...
The Anatomy of Anxiety: Understanding and Overcoming the Body's Fear Response|Paperback
 
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If you love smart, funny fiction with a strong female lead and a powerful message, this is the one. Perfect for fans of historical fiction with a modern edge. Whether you're into science, strong characters, or simply a book that makes you feel someth...
Lessons in Chemistry (B&N Exclusive Edition)|BN Exclusive
 
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I absolutely loved this one — it sneaks up on you and leaves your heart full. Set in a coastal town near Puget Sound, it follows Tova Sullivan, a widow who cleans the local aquarium each night, her world quietly weighed down by decades of grief over ...
Remarkably Bright Creatures (B&N Exclusive Edition)|Paperback
 
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This is the ultimate pick for fans of cozy mysteries with a contemporary twist. Whether you're into amateur sleuths, heritage secrets, or cunning plot turns—you're going to want this on your shelf. Bonus: it’s already a New York Times bestseller and ...
How to Solve Your Own Murder: A Novel|Paperback
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A jaw-dropping true story of shipwreck, survival, betrayal—and the thin line between hero and traitor. In 1741, a British warship called The Wager wrecks off the coast of South America during a secret mission. What follows is a harrowing fight for su...
The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder|Paperback
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