Top Books of 2026 (So Far)

The best books I've finished this year, across all genres.

1. 1
   

   Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone

   by J.K. Rowling

   The new Full Cast Audiobook is a masterpiece. Three flavors of greatness between Jim Dale, Stephen Fry, and this.

   A+
2. 2
   

   Operation Bounce House

   by Matt Dinniman

   My favorite read in the past year. Thought-provoking and excellent.

   A
3. 3
   

   The Eyes and the Impossible

   by Dave Eggers

   Thoughtful, fun, and surprisingly moving for a kids' book.

   A
4. 4
   

   The River

   by Gary Paulsen

   A reliable continuation of the Hatchet series. Gary Paulsen never disappoints.

   B+
5. 5
   

   All the Skills

   by Honour Rae

   Best LitRPG of the year so far.

   B