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But what I think is more notable is how I do it: I read only hardcover or paperback books.

From Slate • Mar. 8, 2026

The audiobook, narrated by actor Adam Lazarre-White, has outsold the hardcover edition, according to its publisher, Macmillan Audio.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 29, 2025

Comedian Nate Bargatze’s story collection “Big Dumb Eyes” made its debut at No. 1 on the New York Times hardcover nonfiction list when it was published in May.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 29, 2025

This particular copy is one of just 500 from the first hardcover printing in the U.K.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 7, 2025

She looked up from a thick hardcover book.

From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce