Popular Books 2023 Fiction: What are some of the top ones?

Some of the best 2020 fiction books include 'The City We Became' by N.K. Jemisin. It's a unique urban fantasy that personifies New York City. 'Unscripted' by Claire Kann is also a good one. It focuses on the life of a plus - size actress trying to make it in Hollywood. 'The Prophets' by Robert Jones Jr. is a powerful novel that explores love and slavery on a plantation. It's beautifully written and deeply moving.

One popular 2020 fiction book is 'The Midnight Library' by Matt Haig. It's a thought - provoking story about a woman who finds herself in a library between life and death, with each book representing a different life she could have lived. Another great one is 'Where the Crawdads Sing' by Delia Owens. It combines a mystery set in the marshlands with a coming - of - age story of the main character, Kya. 'The Vanishing Half' by Brit Bennett is also highly regarded. It tells the story of twin sisters who take very different paths in life, exploring themes of race, identity, and family.

In 2021, 'The Four Winds' was quite popular. It's not only about a woman's journey but also about the strength of the human spirit in tough times. 'Project Hail Mary' keeps you on the edge of your seat with its scientific concepts and the mystery of the situation. 'Malibu Rising' is like a peek into the lives of the rich and famous in Malibu, but also shows the deeper family issues and relationships that are relatable to many.

A popular 2017 fiction book is 'The Power' by Naomi Alderman. In this book, women develop the ability to electrocute people at will, which completely overturns the power dynamics between genders. It's a very thought - provoking read. Another one is 'Sing, Unburied, Sing' by Jesmyn Ward. It's a powerful story about a family in Mississippi dealing with poverty, racism, and the power of family ties.

Some of the top selling fiction books include 'Harry Potter' series by J.K. Rowling. It has captured the hearts of millions around the world with its magical world of Hogwarts, unique characters like Harry, Hermione, and Ron, and an engaging storyline full of magic, mystery, and the battle between good and evil.

One of the most popular historical fiction books is 'The Kite Runner' by Khaled Hosseini. It's set in Afghanistan and shows the country's history through the eyes of the main character. 'The Help' by Kathryn Stockett is also very popular. It tells the story of African - American maids in the South during the 1960s. And 'Outlander' by Diana Gabaldon, which combines historical events with time - travel and romance, has a huge following.

A recent great horror fiction book is 'The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires' by Grady Hendrix. It combines the horror of vampires with a group of southern women's fight against them. Another one is 'Mexican Gothic' by Silvia Moreno - Garcia. It has a really spooky atmosphere set in a decaying mansion.

Well, 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid' by Jeff Kinney is very popular among 6th graders. It's a humorous look at the life of a middle - schooler through his diary entries. Another popular one is 'The Hunger Games' trilogy by Suzanne Collins. It's set in a post - apocalyptic world where kids are forced to fight in a deadly game. However, some parents might find it a bit intense for 6th graders.

The 'Lord of the Rings' trilogy by J.R.R. Tolkien is extremely popular. It has a vast and detailed fantasy world with different races like hobbits, elves, and dwarves. The story of the quest to destroy the One Ring is full of adventure, heroism, and moral dilemmas, making it great for a book report.

A top - selling Christian fiction book is 'This Present Darkness' by Frank E. Peretti. It gives readers a fictional look at the spiritual battle that is constantly going on around us. It shows angels and demons at war over a small town, and how the prayers of the believers can make a difference. 'The Mark of the Lion' series by Francine Rivers is also highly regarded. It is set in ancient Rome and follows the story of a young Christian woman, exploring themes of faith, persecution, and love.