Many excellent books have hit the shelves in 2023. Whether you’re a historical fiction, nonfiction, or romance book fan, there are plenty of bestselling books for every taste. This article shares the bestseller list according to The New York Times.
An overview of 2023 bestsellers
Prince Harry – Spare
The Duke of Sussex recently published his autobiography, where he shares memories from his childhood, getting over his mother’s death, and joining the British Army.
He also describes the start of his fairy tale love story with Meghan and their experience with the Royal Family.
Bonnie Garmus – Lessons in Chemistry
The New York Times bestseller follows a 1960s chemist who lacks respect at work. But everything changes when she becomes the host of her own cooking show.
This bestseller is a debut novel written by Seattle-based modern author Bonnie Garmus.
Barbara Kingsolver – Demon Copperhead
This Oprah’s book club pick is based on Charles Dickens’s David Copperfield. The story takes place in modern-day Appalachia and traces the life of a young boy raised by his mother. The boy lives on the brink of poverty but has a strong character and the will to live.
The author of the book is best known for her novels that deal with the endurance of her characters in harsh environments.
Gabrielle Zevin – Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow
Two friends working in video game design find their partnership challenged. The two are in love but are not lovers. They must learn how to deal with success, tragedy, joy, and awaiting fame in the video game design world.
The author of this book is based in California and has written numerous New York Times bestselling novels.
Colleen Hoover – It Ends With Us
Colleen Hoover is best known for her fiction books and romance novels like Ugly Love, It Starts with Us, and Verity.
It Ends With Us tells the fascinating story of a woman who frees herself from domestic abuse. This heartbreaking romance novel is a real page-turner. The book is on Publishers Weekly Top Romance list and is a New York Times best seller.
Colleen Hoover – Verity
Although Verity was published in 2019, it’s still one of the bestselling works in 2023.
This book follows the life of Lowen, a writer whose job is to continue the writings of Verity Crawford, a popular thriller author. Lowen soon discovers that what was supposed to be a bestselling thriller series is actually an autobiography.
Jennette McCurdy – I’m Glad My Mom Died
Jennette McCurdy is an American director, singer, podcaster, and writer. Her breakthrough role as Sam Puckett in the iCarly sitcom brought her worldwide fame.
I’m Glad My Mom Died is McCurdy’s hilarious yet heartbreaking memoir about her struggles as a child actor.
Michelle Obama – The Light We Carry
The former first lady of the United States of America wrote her autobiography The Light We Carry, where she shares reflections from the past. The book also has plenty of practical advice for the readers.
Ana Reyes – The House in the Pines
This Reese’s book club pick is a debut novel penned by a Louisiana State University MFA graduate and a creative teacher Ana Reyes.
The hero, Maya, witnesses her best friend’s death. She is determined to investigate the murder and moves back to her hometown.
James Clear – Atomic Habits
James Clear is a popular writer and speaker in the self-development industry. His #1 bestseller, Atomic Habits, shares practical advice on how to form good habits and get rid of bad ones.
Rebecca Makkai – I Have Some Questions for You
This book shares the story of a podcaster and film professor who goes back to work at a boarding school after her friend was killed there.
The novel is penned by Rebecca Makkai, an American novelist based in Chicago.
Leigh Bardugo – Hell Bent
The second book in the Alex Stern series traces Alex as she tries to get a demon called Darlington out of purgatory. By doing so, she risks her future at Yale and Lethe.
The author of the novel is an Israeli-American fantasy author best known for her young adult Grishaverse novels.
James Patterson and Mike Lupica – The House of Wolves
This suspenseful tale explores the lives of the Wolf family, notably Jennifer Wolf, a football coach and teacher who unexpectedly loses her father.
Both Patterson and Lupica are some of the world’s bestselling authors, making this joint work a true reading delight for their fans.
John Grisham – The Boys from Biloxi
This legal thriller follows two men, one running a criminal enterprise and another prosecuting crime. They are both sons of immigrant families who grew up as friends, but their life choices brought them to opposite ends of the spectrum.
Grisham, a lawyer himself, combines his passion for writing and his work as a lawyer and has created some of the bestselling thrillers like The Firm, A Time to Kill, and The Client.
Taylor Jenkins Reid – The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo
Elizabeth Taylor and Marilyn Monroe fans will love this novel about the life of an iconic Hollywood star.
The author of this work has penned numerous New York Times bestselling novels and certainly knows how to keep her readers’ attention.
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FAQ
What is the #1 best-selling book in 2023?
Spare by Prince Harry is so far the best-selling book this year.
What is the #1 book ever sold?
The Bible is the best-selling book ever with over five billion distributed copies. It’s also the most translated book (more than 2,800 languages).
What are the Top 5 selling books of all time?
The Bible, The Little Red Book, The Quran, The Lord of the Rings, and The Little Prince are the five top-selling books of all time.
Who is the author of the best-selling book?
Since the best-selling book is The Bible, it’s difficult to pin down just one author.
What is the most expensive book ever sold?
Codex Leicester by Leonardo da Vinci is the most expensive book ever sold.
