Best 2025 Books by Top Selling Authors: 14 Picks
Top Selling Authors That Captivate: Picking the absolute best books by top selling authors is like choosing between donuts and bagels – both are delightful, but only some have sprinkles! For this list, we focus on stories that grip you tighter than your grandma’s hug. We look at spellbinding plots, iconic characters, and unforgettable settings. From magical realms and thrilling mysteries to heartfelt tales, each book offers a unique experience worthy of your reading time. Get ready for a literary adventure with our top picks!
On this list:
14 Angels & Demons by Dan Brown
We picked ‘Angels & Demons’ because it’s by the same top selling author as ‘The Da Vinci Code’, offering a similar thrilling adventure filled with secret societies and historical mysteries. It’s like a rollercoaster ride through cryptic symbols and European landmarks. Plus, it’s available on Amazon!
13 Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone by J.K. Rowling
Magic rules! This book made us all wish we had an owl of our own. It’s a timeless fantasy loved by all ages.
12 The Shining by Stephen King
We once stayed at a spooky hotel, but nowhere near as chilling as this one! King delivers pure horror right to your doorstep.
11 Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Ever argued with your crush? Austen turns this into an art form! Experience wit, romance, and a bit of drama.
10 To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
A book that makes you think as deep as a movie popcorn bucket. Every page teaches something new about empathy.
9 1984 by George Orwell
Dystopian deliciousness! We once tried a week without any online activity. Orwell knew all the right moves.
8 The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Does the green light even mean anything? It’s like chasing your dreams on a never-ending treadmill of luxury and Jazz!
7 The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson
We attempted to solve a mystery but failed miserably. Lisbeth Salander does it with style in this thrilling pageturner.
6 Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn
This book is full of surprises like a good piñata! Flynn will leave you guessing till the last page.
5 The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien
We once tried camping for a week; this story felt like an adventure without the mosquito bites. Pure fantasy gold!
4 The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger
Holden spoke his mind just like we do when we realize there’s no more coffee. A classic like no other.
3 Life of Pi by Yann Martel
We once had a pet goldfish we called Pi. This book is a wild sea-story that’s more adventurous than the fish.
2 The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
Reality TV in a dystopian world! We played a game of tag after reading this and boy did it get intense.