It’s Book Week again, which for many parents means the frantic scramble for a Frozen costume, Harry Potter wand, or Cat in the Hat outfit. But amidst the mad dash, it’s worth remembering what Book Week is truly about: fostering a love of reading and literacy.
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To celebrate this year’s 80th anniversary as a fixture of Australian life, the Best Picks team has put together a list of six must-reads that deserve a spot on your list. From a wicked dark comedy and a highly anticipated debut to a groundbreaking biography and a viral sensation, there’s something here for every kind of reader.
Happy reading!
1. What A Way To Go by Bella Mackie
From the bestselling author of How to Kill Your Family, Bella Mackie returns with another wonderfully wicked novel. Centered on a wealthy family with a dead patriarch, multiple suspects, and a true-crime-obsessed outsider, this is a book you’ll devour in a single weekend.
2. The Golden Sister by Suzanne Do
Arguably the most highly anticipated book launch of 2025, Suzanne Do’s debut novel is achingly funny and heartbreakingly sad. Set in a coastal town, the book explores the death of a twin, the complexities of families, and the search for truth in a deeply moving read.
3. The Names by Florence Knapp
Dubbed the “best debut novel in years,” this British book unfolds three alternative narratives, showing how the choice of a name can influence a life. Addictive, original, and thought-provoking, this is a truly unique read unlike anything you’ve encountered before. It’s like Sliding Doors in book form—a must-read.
4. Gwyneth: The Biography by Amy Odell
We’re a sucker for a good biography, and this one is a deep dive you won’t want to miss. Bestselling author Amy Odell takes readers inside the world of one of the most influential, aspirational, and polarizing celebrities of the last thirty years. Based on extensive conversations with over 215 sources, including close friends and former colleagues, this deeply researched biography provides unprecedented insight into her relationships, family, films, and tenure as the CEO of Goop.
5. Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
This book pulled us in thinking it would be a light read, but we found ourselves laughing, crying, and fist-pumping for Elizabeth Zott like she was our personal hero. She’s brilliant, stubborn, and so unapologetically herself that you can’t help but root for her. The mix of science, feminism, and a very cheeky dog feels both sharp and heartwarming. Honestly, it’s the kind of book that leaves you feeling braver about taking up space in your own life.
6. How to Murder Your Life: A Memoir by Cat Marnell
Reading How to Murder Your Life felt like being dragged into a glittery, chaotic, late-night confession booth you never wanted to leave. Cat Marnell writes about addiction, fashion magazines, and self-destruction with such brutal honesty that it’s both horrifying and hilarious. The pages fly by because the story is messy, glamorous, and painfully real all at once. If you’ve ever wanted a memoir that reads like a wild night out and a therapy session rolled into one, this is it.
Source: 7news
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