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Oprah’s Book Club: Every Pick Worth Reading

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hen Oprah puts her stamp on a book, you know it’s going to hit deep. These are the stories that stay with you—page-turners, soul-shakers, and unforgettable characters that spark real conversations. Whether you're reading solo or starting a book club ...
 
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One of the best of our time and for the ages," says Oprah. A luminous, character-driven novel about an unlikely friendship between a young immigrant and a dementia-stricken elder—an evocative exploration of grace, memory, and human connection that wi...
The Emperor of Gladness: Oprah's Book Club
 
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A sweeping family saga spanning three generations in Kerala, India, revolving around mysterious drownings and lasting bonds.
The Covenant of Water
 
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A fearless memoir about exposing buried trauma—from a high-powered exec’s struggle with perfectionism to psychedelic healing and self-discovery.
The Tell: A Memoir
 
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Oprah calls this novel “marvelous.” A blend of romance, mystery, and secrets—including a beloved character from Olive Kitteridge.
Tell Me Everything: Oprah's Book Club: A Novel
 
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A bleak and powerful father‑son survival tale set in a post‑apocalyptic world. Haunting, poetic, and deeply profound!
The Road (Oprah's Book Club)
 
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A powerful, multigenerational memoir from Beyoncé’s mother—Oprah describes it as “riveting”—that blends family legacy, creative ambition, and Black womanhood.
Matriarch: A Memoir
 
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Oprah calls this her “incredible and transformative” pick that dives into addiction, crime, and ultimately, forgiveness.
The River Is Waiting (Oprah's Book Club): A Novel
 
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Little Women–inspired saga of four sisters whose bond is tested by love and adversity in Chicago. A “powerfully affecting” story that Oprah insiders say resonates on every level.
Hello Beautiful: A Novel
 
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Set in post–Civil War Georgia, this debut novel follows two freedmen brothers and a white farmer forging an unlikely, healing bond.
The Sweetness of Water (Oprah’s Book Club)
 
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Set against the stunning backdrop of western Montana, this sweeping love story spans decades—blending romance, friendship, forgiveness, and the beauty of human impermanence.
Dream State: Oprah's Book Club: A Novel
 
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Oprah’s first-ever double-feature pick and a journey into spiritual awakening. Full of mindfulness insights and soul-shifting teachings, it’s a timeless guide to transcending ego and connecting with deeper purpose.
A New Earth: Awakening Your Life's Purpose
 
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A raw, powerful story of legacy, addiction, grief, and personal reinvention from Elvis’s daughter.
From Here to the Great Unknown: A Memoir
 
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Still deeply resonant—this guide offers transformative insights on ego, purpose, and living with intention.
A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life's Purpose
 
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A gripping historical mystery based on the true life and diary of 18th‑century midwife Martha Ballard!
The Frozen River: A GMA Book Club Pick: A Novel
 
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Centered on Charlotte and Sarah Grimké in 19th‑century Charleston, this richly imagined historical novel explores friendship, morality, and the fight for freedom.
The Invention of Wings
 
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A haunting gothic tale set in Depression‑era Wisconsin. A chilling sibling bond, family secrets, and a tragic accident combine to create a suspenseful, atmospheric read—perfect for emotionally driven book‑club discussions.
Drowning Ruth: A Novel (Oprah's Book Club)