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Waterstones Book of the Year

2019's finest, as chosen by our booksellers. Discover the books that have made our year.

Our pick of the best of 2019's new books, fiction and non-fiction. If it's good, it's here.

A Waterstones institution: our annual roundup of the year's most acclaimed paperback publishing.

Not too pricey, but no less for it: fill your stockings with gifts that are little, but lovely.

Impeccably designed, stunningly presented: gifts so unique and beautiful, you'll want to keep them for yourself.

Mysteries, mistletoe and Christmas classics for all ages: stories to conjure the absolute essence of the season.

From fiendish brainteasers to the best new and classic entertainments: fun and games for all the family.

Take a stroll down Diagon Alley with the best selection of gifts from the Wizarding World.

Get inspired with a hand-picked selection of books and gifts for even the hardest to please.

Gifts to remember: exclusive and limited editions you won't find anywhere else.

So beautiful, you'll want to keep them for yourself: great literature matched with superb design.

Books for the bucket list: our selection of modern classics and perennial reads.