We Are the Stars becomes first nonfiction book to top Dymocks 101

Bookselling chain Dymocks has announced its 2025 Top 101 list, voted on by readers, with Gina Chick’s We Are the Stars (Summit) becoming the first nonfiction book to take the top spot.

The top 10 titles on the 2025 list are:

1. We Are the Stars (Gina Chick, Summit)
2. The Prison Healer (Lynette Noni, Penguin)
3. Your Time Starts Now (Julie Goodwin, Ebury)
4. Fourth Wing (Rebecca Yarros, Piatkus)
5. Lessons in Chemistry (Bonnie Garmus, Penguin)
6. A Court of Thorns and Roses (Sarah J Maas, Scholastic)
7. The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo (Taylor Jenkins Reid, S&S)
8. The Dictionary of Lost Words (Pip Williams, Affirm)
9. A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder (Holly Jackson, Farshore)
10. Powerless (Lauren Roberts, S&S Children’s).

Dymocks head of book buying Kate Mayor said, ‘This year’s list is particularly special, showcasing the breadth of literary talent and the profound impact of stories that connect us all. We’re incredibly proud to present this list, and we invite everyone to discover their next favourite book.’

The full list – which Dymocks said ‘reflects genuine reader preferences’ – is available on the bookseller’s website.

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