The Great American Read

The country’s 100 favorite novels are announced in this celebration of reading, hosted by Meredith Vieira. With titles on the list spanning four centuries, authors from 15 countries, and every genre imaginable, it is clear that America’s taste in novels is as diverse as the people who make up our nation. Everyday book lovers and celebrities alike reveal their top choices as the vote begins to determine America’s Best-Loved Book.

Meredith Viera returns as The Great American Read hits high gear. After a summer of reading and voting for your favorite novels, see which books celebrities, authors, and other readers across the country are rooting for.

How do America’s favorite novels about personal journeys help us understand our own identities?

We highlight books on America’s list that feature heroic characters and explore why we love them.

We explore the lessons from novels featuring America’s favorite villains, monsters, and evil forces.

We explore books on America’s list of 100 that show what we do for love, in all its many forms.