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The New York Public Library has unveiled its Best Books of 2025 , its annual roundup of the year’s top reads. Expertly curated by librarians, this year’s list features 225 titles across multiple genres for adults, teens, and children—and for the first time, the library is offering unlimited e-book access to 26 selected titles. NYPL cardholders can borrow these titles electronically through the Libby app until December 31.

The library is also giving away physical copies of its top books of the year at three flagship branches: the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in Midtown Manhattan, the Bronx Library Center, and the St. George Library Center in Staten Island.

“I’m thrilled to announce the launch of our Best Books of 2025—a reflection of o

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