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New York Times Hardcover Nonfiction Bestsellers October 5, 2025 |
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1. Poems & Prayers
by Matthew McConaughey
The actor and author of “Greenlights” explores elements of belief and reason that make up our lives.
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2. Confronting Evil
by Bill O'Reilly
O'Reilly and Hammer profile some of history’s nefarious characters.
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3. All The Way To The River
by Elizabeth Gilbert
The author of “Eat, Pray, Love” depicts her journey through a cycle involving self-destructive tendencies.
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4. The Book Of Sheen
by Charlie Sheen
The actor, known for his roles in “Platoon” and “Two and a Half Men,” shares stories about his life in Hollywood.
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5. History Matters
by David G. McCullough
A posthumous collection of essays by the Pulitzer Prize-winning author on history’s impact on our present and our future; edited by Dorie McCullough Lawson and Michael Hill.
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6. We the People
by Jill Lepore
The author of “These Truths” examines the history of the U.S. Constitution and challenges its interpretation by the Supreme Court and the theory of originalism.
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7. The Anxious Generation
by Jonathan Haidt
A co-author of “The Coddling of the American Mind” looks at the mental health impacts that a phone-based life has on children.
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9. Black AF History
by Michael Harriot
A columnist at TheGrio.com articulates moments in American history that center the perspectives and experiences of Black Americans.
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10. Why Fascists Fear Teachers
by Randi Weingarten
The president of the American Federation of Teachers explains why fascist regimes clamp down on educators and reinforces the importance of teaching critical thinking skills.
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11. Night People
by Mark Ronson
The multiple award-winning record producer recounts his time as a D.J. in New York in the 1990s.
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13. Replaceable You
by Mary Roach
The author of “Fuzz” looks at various efforts to create replacement human body parts.
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14. Listening To The Law
by Amy Coney Barrett
The Supreme Court justice explains her approach to interpreting the Constitution and recounts some personal and professional experiences.
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15. On Power
by Mark R. Levin
The Fox News host considers various facets of power and its effect on history.
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