A curated list of the top 5 best-selling fiction and non-fiction books in the U.S. for the week ending May 11, 2025, based on the New York Times Best Sellers list. Each title includes a brief synopsis and a link to purchase.
📚 Top 5 Fiction Best Sellers (Week Ending May 11, 2025)
- Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry
A heartfelt tale exploring love, loss, and the complexities of starting over, as a woman navigates unexpected turns in her personal and professional life. - The Perfect Divorce by Jeneva Rose
A gripping psychological thriller that delves into the dark secrets of a seemingly amicable separation, revealing that some endings are just the beginning of a nightmare. - Strangers in Time by David Baldacci
A fast-paced adventure where a chance encounter leads to a journey through time, challenging the protagonist to alter history to save the future. - The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
An imaginative exploration of the choices that shape our lives, as a woman discovers a library that allows her to live alternate versions of her life. - The Last House on Needless Street by Catriona Ward
A chilling and twisty narrative that blurs the lines between reality and delusion, centered around a secluded house and its mysterious inhabitants.
📘 Top 5 Non-Fiction Best Sellers (Week Ending May 11, 2025)
- The Backyard Bird Chronicles by Amy Tan
A beautifully illustrated memoir that captures the author’s observations and reflections on the birds visiting her backyard, intertwining personal anecdotes with natural history. - The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt
An insightful analysis of the rising anxiety levels among today’s youth, examining societal factors and proposing solutions to foster resilience. - The House of My Mother by Shari Franke
A poignant exploration of family, identity, and the ties that bind, as the author delves into her mother’s past to understand her own present. - Source Code by Bill Gates
A compelling look at the future of technology and its potential to solve global challenges, offering insights from one of the world’s leading innovators. - The Technological Republic by Alexander C. Karp and Nicholas W. Zamiska
An examination of the intersection between technology and governance, discussing how digital advancements are reshaping societal structures.