A Million Little Pieces by James Frey has maintained its lead on bestseller lists by stirring up a bit of controversy. An Oprah Book Club selection, the memoir billed as nonfiction has been proven to contain a few fictionalized passages. But after nearly two years on and off bestseller lists, the new controversy has only proved a catalyst to more sales.
When he was twenty three years old, Frey spent six weeks in rehab for a drug and alcohol addiction. The book is a story of his recovery and is followed by a sequel called My Friend Leonard.

Memoirs of a Geisha by Arthur Golden has been out in print since fall of 1997. Its resurgence on the bestseller lists is due to its screen adaptation and recent release. The Cinderella story of a Japanese geisha and the life led by these secretive and legendary women sold well when it was originally released.
Golden’s book is based on years of research with a geisha and advanced degrees in Japanese art and history. The story is rich in detail and subtle emotional nuances that only the Japanese culture can conceive. This is a beautiful story of the artisans so often misunderstood by Westerners.

The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis is once again at the top of the bestseller lists. The trilogy by the famed Christian writer includes the book that is now a movie, The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. All seven of the books in the series are intended for the big screen. As a series, the Chronicles have been on and off the bestseller lists since their appearance.
Throughout the books, four children move in and out of a fictional world where they experience a life as more than children. Lewis’ work is highly allegorical and just as appropriate for adults as for children.

The Broker by John Grisham is the latest thriller from the master of government who done its. The book is centered around a high rolling lawyer, the broker, who is recently released from prison only to become the target of several nations, including his own. It takes place partially in Bologna, Italy and displays Grisham’s wonderful ability to give literary chase.

The Time Traveler’s Wife by Audrey Niffenegger tops British bestseller lists. This charming science fiction book melds with a deep romantic story about two people destined to be together. The husband, Henry, has been diagnosed with Chrono Displacement Disorder and becomes pulled into the past or future without any notice. His wife, Clare, continues to struggle for a normal life, and only the passionate love they share for one another holds them together through literal ages.

Untold Stories by Alan Bennett is a popular choice for lovers of this British writer. Through poignant and often quaint little stories, Bennett sketches out the people in his life. His family and his social contacts come into focus and are placed not only in context with Bennett but also with the world at large. Bennett’s mastery of language and observation make these stories delightful to read and leave the reader with unforgettable lessons about the people they love the most.

If You Could See Me Now by Cecilia Ahern is yet another book by the popular author of PS, I Love You and Where Rainbows End. A love story spiced up with a bit of magic, her latest book tells the tale of an ordered and ordinary young woman. But the pain of her past and the potential of her future soon collide and the ordered world she has tried so hard to keep in check comes to a passionate head when she meets a chaotic dream man. This romance is fun and has a modern twist.

The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown has topped bestseller lists since its stunning debut in 2003. The novel has continued to enchant and excite readers in all countries, as it is now translated into several languages. Now that it is also being made into a Hollywood film a renewed interest in the book has surfaced.
The story of a man on a mystical quest, the book is full of twists and turns, leading readers on an adventure they cannot put down.

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by J.K. Rowling is of course still on the bestseller lists. Each new installment in the seven book series about the magical boy and the school of witchcraft and wizardry makes a huge hit at the bookstores. A treat for adults and kids alike, Harry Potter is always a hot seller.

Wicked by Gregory Maguire is one of the most creative spin offs the in modern literary world. Telling the tale of the Wicked Witch of the West, of The Wizard of Oz fame, the book is also the basis for a hit Broadway play. When the sequel was released in 2005, this original book ran back up the bestseller list.