This Week's Bestselling Books Include New Releases, BIPOC Highlights

This week’s bestselling book lists show notable variety across major outlets, with no single title topping all the charts. Mel Robbins’ 'The Let Them Theory' and David Baldacci’s 'Strangers in Time' feature prominently, appearing on multiple bestseller lists. Rebecca Yarros's Empyrean series makes a comeback, demonstrating continued reader enthusiasm. Bookshop.org's bestselling list highlights a mix of new releases and activist titles, supporting indie bookstores and offering a broader selection than mainstream lists. Notable literary news includes Tommy Orange winning the Aspen Words Literary Prize for 'Wandering Stars,' with a shortlist strong in BIPOC representation. Additionally, a range of new BIPOC-authored books—spanning thrillers, mysteries, and romances—are drawing attention for their diverse voices and inventive plots.