The Best Books of All Time: 42 Can’t Miss Titles for Every Genre

From riveting thrillers to inspiring true-to-life experiences, these best books of all time won the hearts of millions of avid readers and literary critics.

There is no shortage of books to read, and for many, that overabundance can turn into a chaotic struggle of finding the next book to read.

The book takes place on a single day (June 16, 1904) and follows the thoughts and musings of Mr. Leopold Bloom and his encounters with other Dublin locals.

Ulysses by James Joyce

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The Catcher in the Rye by JD Salinger

Holden spends three days wandering Manhattan, attempting to distance himself from superficial peers and the consequences of his expulsion from school.

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The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald

This book chronicles a group of “haves” and “have nots” as they grapple with the American Dream.

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1984 by George Orwell

Winston, the main protagonist, works for the government, rewriting history to match the superstate’s wishes.

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The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood

Margaret Atwood spins a timeless, dark vision of an oppressive government and abhorrent human rights violations.

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In Cold Blood by Truman Capote

True crime at its finest. Truman Capote draws you into Holcomb, Kansas, and the brutal slaying of an entire family. if it was a novel.

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On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft by Stephen King

King touches on how writing has helped him through difficult times.

No matter what genre you are a fan of or would love to be a part of, there are bound to be some excellent books on this list that appeal to you.

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