See PEOPLE's picks for the best books of January 2026 so far, including self-help books by Oprah Winfrey and new novels.
‘Tis the season for reflecting on a well-read year. So, after all that reading, which books are we still thinking about now? The truth is, the best book of the year is deeply personal to every reader.
January is packed with romance, thrills, and action, with some brilliant books to kick off 2026. Here are our favorites.
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