Top Anticipated Books to Watch for in 2026
Barnes & Noble released its most anticipated books for 2026 across various categories, highlighting titles like George Saunders' 'Vigil' and Tayari Jones' 'Kin', along with debut novels and collections. The article also discusses American reading habits in 2025, revealing that the median number of books read was two, and shares cultural moments like Zohran Mamdani's swearing-in with a Qur'an from the Schomburg Center. Additionally, it reviews popular literary activism stories from 2025, organized by themes.