Hardcover Nonfiction
Data from The New York Times · Updated weekly · Week of Sep 5
The New York Times Hardcover Nonfiction bestseller list, week of September 5, 2026.
“The late actress describes how she contended with fame and handled difficulties in her life.”
“A co-author of “American Prometheus” chronicles the life and work of the lawyer and political fixer Roy Cohn.”
“Two White House correspondents for The New York Times delve into the first year of President Trump's second term.”
“The Republican senator from Texas profiles the Supreme Court justice Clarence Thomas.”
“The chief executive of the Tunnel to Towers Foundation describes how the actions his deceased brother took on 9/11 inspired the creation of his nonprofit.”
“The National Jewish Book Award winner looks at some of the causes of antisemitism throughout history.”
“Stories and photographs documenting the late country music icon’s career onstage.”
“Burden retraces her marriage of 20 years in search of clues to help shape her understanding about its demise and to find a way forward.”
“The author of “Say Nothing” details the efforts by the parents of a 19-year-old Londoner to uncover the truth about his mysterious death and secret life.”
“An independent journalist portrays a new political order that would supplant elected governments with corporate rule.”
“A co-author of “The Coddling of the American Mind” looks at the mental health impacts that a phone-based life has on children.”
“The author of “Nuclear War” describes potential outcomes of biological warfare, including mass death and societal breakdown.”
“A memoir by a physician who received a diagnosis of Stage IV lung cancer at the age of 36.”