Looking for a mid-winter read? The best books of 2026 so far (opens original article in a new tab)

The article highlights notable books published in 2026, including fiction and non-fiction works from various authors.

• This article lists notable books published in 2026 including fiction by Julian Barnes and George Saunders
• It mentions a novel by Gwendoline Riley described as sparkling and wry
• The article references non-fiction works such as a guide about phone addiction and a history of the Soviet Union