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The Best Books of 2008

What election? What financial meltdown? The books we loved best in 2008 told us instead about chaste vampires, intuitive canines, demon-haunted former presidents, and, in The Northern Clemency, our choice for the best book of the year, Sheffield, England, in 1974. You'll find all of our editors' picks and customers' favorites in dozens of categories (including the best book covers and videos) in our Best of 2008 Store:

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The New York Times®: 10 Best Books of 2008

The editors of The New York Times® Book Review have narrowed down their 100 Notable Books of 2008 to their choices for the 10 Best Books of the year, including recently released (and highly acclaimed) fiction favorites like A Mercy and 2666 (don't forget the gorgeous three-paperback set!), as well as the only book that's also in our 2008 top 10, Dexter Filkins's gritty and moving account of a decade on the frontlines, The Forever War.

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Scholastic for All Ages

Scholastic is the largest publisher and distributor of children's books in the world and for over 85 years has created quality products and services that educate, entertain, and motivate children. Amazon.com's Scholastic for All Ages Store highlights many of its most popular titles, bestselling series, and favorite characters--all in one place!

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Timely Buzz on Books You Love

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O'Reilly's Top 20 in 2008

O’Reilly publishes definitive books on computer technologies. Our list of O'Reilly's 2008 bestsellers summarizes the top tech trends of the year.

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