Amazon Editors' Choice


Discover your next favorite read among the Amazon Editors' top picks, authors' recommendations, and fascinating interviews.

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These March mysteries will have you going mad. Serial killers (of both the funny and the blood-chilling varieties), innovative story telling techniques, cold cases, and revenge (best served cold, naturally).

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From wild schemes to daring dreams, from giving up everything you know to taking down the haters…the Amazon Editors’ Picks for nonfiction are the perfect examples of how books can sweep you away, give you a peek into somebody else’s life, and challenge your beliefs.

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From highly praised literature in the latest from the author of There There, to different and masterful techniques in whodunnits, to salacious suburban fiction – March has turned out some gems.

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With Mardis Gras 2024 kicking off last weekend, and Midsumma Festival in the rearview mirror – in the moments between celebration, protest, and party, take the chance to read one of these incredible LGBTQ books.

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Jake Gyllenhaal is an Academy Award- and Tony-nominated actor and producer but for his first picture book, Gyllenhaal called on his experience as an uncle to get it right. We asked Gyllenhaal what books he’s been reading and loving this year and here’s what he had to say.

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This time of year presents that extra pressure to make this year better than the last. Discover these recommendations that let us laugh at our mistakes, and remind us that progress is the thing to strive for, not perfection.

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Whether you’re a child, a young adult or anywhere in between, our team have got you covered with fascinating reads for all young ages. We've put together a selection of titles that can cure boredom, inspire you or perhaps teach you something new. Discover the stories we think are so good, adults will enjoy them too!

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Welcome to the inaugural list of Amazon’s ‘Fave’ Australian Books of the Year (so far), as selected by Amazon Editors. Our favourites this year feature everything from heart pulsing thrillers, drama, to cookbooks and political non-fiction.

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We know Reese Witherspoon is an award-winning actor, producer, a lifestyle icon and an author who has great taste in books, so we asked her to share four she’s loved lately and why.

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Geri Halliwell-Horner is best-known for being part of the iconic and empowering group the Spice Girls. She is now set to inspire a new generation with a new hero in a thrilling and uplifting adventure for 8+ readers.

Here Geri reveals her unforgettable favourite books.

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Walter Isaacson—the bestselling biographer of Steve Jobs and Leonardo Da Vinci—opened up to the Amazon Editors about the “emotional roller coaster” of spending two years writing about Musk.

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It’s that time of the year again! The Booker Prize shortlist for 2023 is here!

Which book will be at the top of your reading list?

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Chilling Spring Reads - 2023

September 27, 2023

Delve into mystery and suspense with these hand-selected crime, mystery and thrillers. Whether you’re abroad or at home, grab your sunglasses and sunscreen and a few of these chilling page-turners to make your spring reading experience absolutely unforgettable.

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As the Spring School holidays begin, we’ve prepared a few epic tales for Young Adults, with something for all of them – classic magical adventures, young budding romances, and sci-fi and fantasy that will have them roaming new worlds as they turn the pages.

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As the Spring School holidays begin across different states, kids will be looking forward to holidays, fun days out, copious amounts of ice cream and spending time playing with their friends. To get them ready for the warm days ahead, we’ve selected books great for different age groups that will spark their imagination and inspire their curiosity.

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Following the excitement and buzz around the highly anticipated Beyond the Story: 10-Year Record of BTS written by BTS and journalist Myeongseok Kang, our editorial team has been putting together some suggestions of other juicy reads about well-known pop stars.

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Whether you’re looking to expand your cooking horizons into new cuisines, or to find simple, delicious recipes for the whole family, our selection of cookbooks has been hand-picked by our Amazon Editorial Team to help you.

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The Booker Prize longlist has arrived for 2023! This year’s longlist selection was made from 163 books published between October 1, 2022, and September 30, 2023, and submitted to the prize by publishers.

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Our selection of fresh paperback titles includes thought-provoking non-fiction alongside fiction of all kinds – whether it’s captivating settings, engaging tone, delightful humour, or gasp-out-loud action you’re after, they all have one thing in common: you won’t be able to put them down.

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Whether you’ve been riding out winter indoors, or escaping on a European holiday, the list we’ve compiled of new and upcoming feel-good releases will help you to while away the hours.

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Must-read classics

August 3, 2023

The Amazon Books Team have been discussing which books they studied at school, read, re-read and enjoyed. Even though these books might be mandatory for some students, we think all of these are must-reads outside of being classroom set-texts.

We hope you enjoy these books and would be happy to re-read them over and over - just as we have!

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Meghan Trainor has had a big 2023 so far: she released her delightful new book, Dear Future Mama on April 25, and recently welcomed her second baby Barry. The busy pop star and actress, also mom to Riley, 2, still finds the time to get lost in a great book.

Find out what are some of Trainor’s favorite books to read solo, and with Riley.

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Matthew Todd is a multi-award-winning writer who was editor of Attitude, tells us some of his favourite reads; here are his recommendations and what he said about each of them.

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We asked Alice to provide some reading recommendations, and she’s selected some great titles covering queer romance, friendship, climate change and – of course – a fab graphic novel. What will you read next?

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We interviewed Torres Strait Islander and Indigenous leader Thomas Mayo and Kerry O’Brien (his non-indigenous co-author) about their recent book The Voice to Parliament. Find out what they had to say – and pick up a copy of the handbook – at 112 pages, it’s an easy read to find out all you need to know about the proposed Voice to Parliament.

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Maz Compton, known for hosting national radio and MTV for years has started a podcast and a book Last Drinks, sharing tips and stories of sobriety. Check out our exclusive interview with Maz.

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As the sunny weather fades, many of us spend a lot more time indoors – what better that an escape into a great tale. Like many of our readers, I like to dip into a brooding winter with a good thriller. If you too like winter with a side of psychological turmoil, look no further than our list below.

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The Last Thing He Told Me is a juicy unputdownable read that Reese Witherspoon picked for her book club, and two years later, it’s out now on Apple TV+. The series adaptation stars Jennifer Garner as Hannah Hall who will stop at nothing to discover the truth about her husband’s disappearance. For the million readers that have already discovered Laura Dave’s novel and for those that will with the series, here are the books we recommend you read after The Last Thing He Told Me.

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Many of us adults are finding solace and connection through books, escaping into other worlds or the lives of characters we can relate to. If this helps us, why not our teenage kids? Find seven young adult books for teen readers (and adults too, if you're looking for something a little lighter to read!)

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The Amazon Books Editors have created a collection of books which will show you the kind of simple changes that we can all make in our day-to-day lives, as even small steps can make a big difference. We can't control what the rest of the world chooses to do, but we can make a start in our own kitchens, gardens, and even wardrobes!

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There’s never a bad time to introduce your children to topics of climate change, whether your child is a budding climate activist or doesn’t yet understand what is happening to our world, our selection of books will help to ignite their passion for saving our home.

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You won't be surprised that Paris Hilton's new memoir is a juicy read. The reality star-turned-DJ has earned the hard-fought wisdom that comes with growing up, and shares with us her thoughts on her favourite books.

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When we think of our mothers, we often think of our safest refuge – where the world stops and everything is okay. These selections include novels with strong mothers at their centre, incredible female authors, and inspiration for women at any age.

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We all need time to step back and think about what’s important. These books recommended by Aussie authors will give you some great tools to improve your wellbeing.

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Whether you’re keen to get your finances in order, grow your wealth in difficult times, improve your career, or to find the tools to go after the right life-balance, these books have gems of wisdom waiting in their pages.

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In these wonderful recommendations from Aussie Authors, you���ll find advice on how to champion change in amongst discriminatory circumstances, witness inspiring stories on how other people have overcome, or fictional stories you can escape in.

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Australia delivers incredible authors. To celebrate Aussie authors this April, Amazon AU Books will bring you a wide variety of recommendations from Aussie Authors (including some award winners) from thrillers, fiction, to money, career, wellbeing and more.

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Author of Where the Crawdads Sing, Delia Owens spent some time with us on her whirlwind tour. I was happy to spend a good part of the day with her, talking and walking around the Amazon campus—and we sat down for a long interview.

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If you're lacking inspiration when looking for your next book, or are keen for a guaranteed great read, then award-winners are a good place to start.

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Quentin Tarantino has had a run of success in books over the last couple of years. That’s right: books.

We asked Quentin Tarantino what he has read and loved lately; here’s what he told us:

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We wanted to raise the visibility of a few great LGBTQI+ authors who have made it their mission to make us visible. So, while you’re celebrating who you are this World Pride, take a moment to read what inspired these LGBTQI+ authors to write their book, and how they hope it helps our LGBTQI+ community.

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"What book changed how you saw yourself as an LGBTQI+ person?”

We received responses from 10 different countries from people of diverse sexualities, gender identities and backgrounds. Here’s what they had to say – get your tissues ready!

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If you love reading and are also a TikTok user, you’re probably already familiar with #BookTok; if not, you might be missing out! This is the bookish corner of TikTok, where you’ll find a community of fellow book lovers sharing book recommendations, reviews, and funny memes.

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Whether you’re looking to find new cuisines, or simple, delicious recipes for the whole family, our selection of cookbooks will help you make 2023 that little bit yummier.

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I’m not sure about you, but 2022 has been an exhausting year! Thankfully, these books are helping me hit the reset button – and I’m sure you’ll find something to help you here too.

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Best Fiction Books to Gift

December 05, 2022

If you have a big reader in your life, gift one of these great fiction releases.

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The past few years have been particularly rough on parents. Explore these new non-fiction books that take a much calmer, reassuring tone.

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Find out what New York Times bestselling author Colleen Hoover had to say about the stand-out stories in her prolific career.

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It’s an exciting time to be a J.R.R. Tolkien fan. Between Prime Video’s new adaptation The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power and this summer's release of the Alan Lee illustrated The Fall of Númenor: And Other Tales from the Second Age of Middle-earth (November 10), there’s a lot to discuss!

Justin Doble, one of the show’s writers and executive producers shares the series’ vision for adapting the Second Age.

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