Best books of 2013

We're nearing the end of the year and lists of best everything are popping up like mushrooms. As for books, I'll refer to a couple.

The Guardian publishes different lists according to genre or subject matter (the best books about the English language, for example). Check out their choice for best fiction.

The New York Times publishes keeps track of the best-selling books all through the year, the reference list for the industry. Their list of best books of the year is shorter, as it combines fiction and non-fiction. You can read it here, complete with a video.

There are a few coincidences: Rachel Kushner's The Flamethrowers, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's Americanah, and Donna Tartt's The Goldfinch. 

Finally, I'll also mention NPR's list because of its originality. It also includes The Goldfinch and Americanah, so these two are sure bets. Take a look here.

PS.-  (22 December) Americanah and The Flame Throwers are also at the top of the BBC list.