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My favorite book recs of 2026 šŸ“š

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A curated list of the best books I’ve read in 2026 as a book worm! šŸ“š If you’re looking for your next obsession, start here!!
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On everyone’s TBR for a reason. Read this one in a day! Literally couldn’t put it down and such an easy read. Also LOVE the cover of this book omg 🄺
The Night We Met by Abby Jimenez
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Verity is one of those books that completely pulled me in from the first page and kept me on edge the entire time 😳 I’ve actually read it twice now because the twists are just that good. The atmosphere is so dark and gripping, and just when you thi...
Verity by Colleen Hoover, Paperback | Barnes & NobleĀ®
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The Women was an easy ā­ļøā­ļøā­ļøā­ļøā­ļø read for me, completely gripping from start to finish. The story pulled me in so deeply I didn’t want to put it down, and the emotional depth made it feel incredibly real. Powerful, moving, and unforgettable. Be prepa...
The Women by Kristin Hannah
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Dear Debbie was such an addictive, easy read! I flew through it way faster than I expected šŸ“– The writing is simple but so engaging, with twists that kept catching me off guard 😳 Debbie is a really interesting character: imperfect, a bit frustratin...
Dear Debbie by Freida McFadden
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I couldn’t stop thinking about this for weeks after reading it 😭 It follows Addie, a woman cursed so that everyone forgets her the moment they look away, leaving her completely alone in the world, unable to die or be remembered. It’s heartbreaking,...
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue|Paperback
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Grab the tissues 😭 The Nightingale is yet another ā­ļøā­ļøā­ļøā­ļøā­ļø from Kristin Hannah. Every book I’ve read by her just hits. I was hooked the whole way through and couldn’t stop thinking about it. It’s emotional, powerful, and really sticks with you, so...
The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah
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This is the perfect pick if you’re trying to get back into reading or want a fast, addictive thriller! (It’s also a movie now!) It might seem like a typical domestic suspense story at first, but it genuinely keeps you guessing the whole way through....
The Housemaid by Freida McFadden, Paperback | Barnes & NobleĀ®
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Only Abby Jimenez can make you laugh, cry, and swoon all in the same book. The romance isn’t the only focus, but it’s woven in so beautifully that it still feels essential. It’s a truly memorable read, perfect if you like your love stories with real...
Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez
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Remarkably Bright Creatures is such an easy, heartfelt read that still deals with real emotions like grief, aging, and hope šŸ¤ The octopus perspective adds a unique and meaningful touch to the story šŸ™, and I loved how it all came together so beauti...
Remarkably Bright Creatures|Paperback
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Loved this new release and def worth the hype! It’s honestly one of the cutest romcoms I’ve ever read… light, fun, and so easy to get lost in. The story has that feel-good charm that makes you smile the whole way through, and I didn’t want it to end!
Picking Daisies on Sundays by Liana Cincotti
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Funny Story is packed with quirky moments that come together into a cosy, feel-good read that’s easy to get lost in. It’s a heartfelt, relatable contemporary romance with plenty of humour that really delivers. If you want a book that will lift your m...
Funny Story by Emily Henry
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I went into this book completely blind, without a summary or any background, since it was a book club pick I just went along with and I ended up loving it! I listened to the audiobook and the narration was so good too. I really enjoyed the characters...
The Wedding People: A Novel|Paperback
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Same Time Next Summer is such a sweet, feel-good read that completely pulls you in. It’s heartfelt, a little emotional, and perfectly romantic in the most comforting way. I adored every page it’s an easy 5-star favourite I’ll definitely be thinking a...
Same Time Next Summer|Paperback