The Contenders

What makes a book a future classic? Perhaps it’s a voice we can’t forget, a story that challenges how we see the world, or characters who stay with us long after the final page. The Contenders brings together books across genres and age groups that could become tomorrow’s enduring reads—stories future generations may return to, discuss, and discover anew. Some are already widely celebrated; others are still finding their audience. None has stood the full test of time, but each gives us a reason to imagine its lasting place on our bookshelves.

Explore the categories below and consider: Which of today’s books will readers still be talking about decades from now?