12 Books You Need to Read in 2026 - BBC

By Emma Saunders: "Whenever I fantasise about a couple of hours of uninterrupted relaxation during the chilly winter months, my mind immediately conjures up images of curling up on the sofa with a deliciously good book. And when summer eventually comes around, just swap the location to a sun lounger in the back garden (or somewhere more exotic).So with 2026 nearly upon us, join me for an eclectic taste of a few literary delights worth feasting upon over the next 12 months."