If the previous few years were defined by transition in the publishing industry, 2025 was undeniably the year of the blockbuster. The literary calendar was anchored by the return of global phenomena, proving that in an era of fragmented media, books still possess the singular power to create unified cultural moments. From the dystopian echoes of celebrated franchises to the intimate memoirs of tech visionaries, the printed word reasserted its dominance this year. The following retrospective highlights the 15 titles that captured the collective imagination and defined the literary landscape of 2025.

The Blockbuster Returns

1. Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins: Undoubtedly the literary event of the year, this Hunger Games prequel transported readers back to the Second Quarter

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