The best books of 2025

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My favorite read in 2025

Book cover of Little Worlds

William D. Auman ❤️ loved this book because...

Rob takes a small Appalachian community into the realm of time travel. He weaves authenticity into science fiction in a way that keeps the reader engaged and causes one to ask questions about humankind and our future lives.

  • Loved Most

    🥇 Immersion 🥈 Originality
  • Writing style

    ❤️ Loved it
  • Pace

    🐕 Good, steady pace

By Rob Amberg ,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked Little Worlds as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.


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My 2nd favorite read in 2025

Book cover of Wolf's Tale

William D. Auman ❤️ loved this book because...

A memoir of high adventure from mountain man to pirate to businessman and philanthropist, the author keeps his audience intrigued with a unique writing style.

  • Loved Most

    🥇 Character(s) 🥈 Immersion
  • Writing style

    ❤️ Loved it
  • Pace

    🐕 Good, steady pace

By John York ,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked Wolf's Tale as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

From his earliest childhood, Wolf O’Brien enthusiastically wanders into unexpected twists and turns that life places before him. His propensity to impulsively plunge into situations that he considers “something worth doing” results in many unlikely adventures. As an old man writing his memoir, he struggles with recalling all of the stories that he has told over the years and the details of those stories. Writing it all down becomes a cathartic experience for him, and he wonders if the opportunities that made his life so interesting are no longer available to him now that he is old. As he labors…


My 3rd favorite read in 2025

Book cover of American Ramble: A Walk of Memory and Renewal

William D. Auman 👍 liked this book because...

The author creates a purpose through his personal journey with historical accents along the way. At times not easy to follow, yet an account that will appeal to history buffs who wanderlust.

  • Loved Most

    🥇 Emotions 🥈 Thoughts
  • Writing style

    👍 Liked it
  • Pace

    🐌 It was slow at times

By Neil King ,

Why should I read it?

2 authors picked American Ramble as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

“American Ramble is a dazzling mixture of travelogue, memoir, and history. At times profound, funny, and heartbreaking, this is the story of a traveler intoxicated by life. I couldn’t put it down.” — Nathaniel Philbrick

A stunning, revelatory memoir about a 330-mile walk from Washington, D.C., to New York City—an unforgettable pilgrimage to the heart of America across some of our oldest common ground. 

Neil King Jr.’s desire to walk from Washington, D.C., to New York City began as a whim and soon became an obsession. By the spring of 2021, events had intervened that gave his desire greater urgency.…


Don‘t forget about my book 😀

If Trees Could Testify...: A novel based on the true story of Madison County's infamous Gahagan murders

By William D. Auman ,

Book cover of If Trees Could Testify...: A novel based on the true story of Madison County's infamous Gahagan murders

What is my book about?

A haunting tale of intrigue that began with a cold-case double homicide in 1983 and includes biker gangs, organized crime and antique gold. A search for justice and truth as the case moves through court is a primary focus of the author, who was the principal defense attorney in the actual case. Stone Table Media recently released an audiobook version which can be found on Audible and Apple Books.

Book cover of Little Worlds
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Book cover of American Ramble: A Walk of Memory and Renewal

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