The Economic Times

From James to The God of the Woods: 6 Barack Obama-recommended books worth adding to your reading list

Former President Barack Obama's annual book recommendations highlight diverse genres and voices. This year's list includes Percival Everett's James, a reimagining of Huckleberry Finn, and Hanif Abdurraqib's There's Always This Year, exploring basketball and identity. Liz Moore's The God of the Woods offers a literary mystery, while Kaveh Akbar's Martyr! delves into grief and meaning.