Joanne Finney
Books Director
Joanne Finney is GoodHousekeeping's Books Director and resident bookworm. She writes about everything from the must-read best-sellers to the latest book industry gossip. She has previously been a judge of the Costa Book Awards and runs the popular Book Room Facebook group.
"Books this fun are rare": 12 of the funniest reads for when you need a pick-me-up
The weather might be gloomy but these books will put a smile on your face!
Join us for VIP Book Club: Dorothy Koomson at GH Live x CL Christmas Market
We're looking forward to some book chat with the author of The Quiet Girls.
"A library of brilliant books": Here's a complete list of all the GH VIP Book Clubs picks so far
Join GH's VIP Book Club and every month you'll get a free e-book, an invitation to our GH Book Club get-togethers and more....
"Twisted, exhilarating and very creepy": 10 spooky reads to scare yourself silly with
Looking for a thrill? These chilling books will send shivers down your spine.
"I've read 20 books this month as a book reviewer and these are my best novels to read this November"
Our pick of the nest new hardback fiction, from gripping thrillers to literary gems, out this month.
"One of the most powerful horror tales ever written": Jonathan Bailey's "chilling" new role is his darkest yet
Want to spook yourself silly this Halloween? This scary story will send shivers down your spine.
The books kids actually want for Christmas, from beautiful picture books to gripping reads for teens
We asked a panel of children, aged from one to 12, to tell us which titles they’d most like to find under the tree this Christmas.
"An all-encompassing masterpiece": 8 must-read books out in paperback this October
Our books director's pick of the best new books out in their cheaper, lighter editions this month.
From cocktail recipes to festive stories, these brilliant books would make great stocking fillers this Christmas
Looking for a gift idea for the book lover in your life? Here are some that make ideal stocking stuffers.
From delicious cookbooks to cool kids books, these are the 32 best books to give (or keep) this Christmas
Books are always a foolproof present - plus, they’re easy to wrap!
If you're as obsessed with Celebrity Traitors as we are, you need to read these 20 twisty thrillers
If you're looking for something gripping to read now this series has finished, pick up one of these page-turners!
"I've read over 100 novels this year as a literary editor and these are my best books of the year (so far)"
It's been a bumprer year already for brilliant books and these are our pick of the best to read this autumn.
"I live with insecurity and self-doubt": Harlan Coben on what drives him - and the TV thriller he's working on next
Prolific thriller writer Harlan Coben on family, motivation and the secret to a good plot twist.
"A mystery, a love story and a ghost story, all at once": 12 recommended reads for October - and they're all 99p
Download these brilliant books now while they're under £1!
From a spicy chapter a day to bedtime stories for kids, these are the 12 best book advent calendars to buy for readers
The book lovers in your life will adore these!
9 perfect Christmas presents for book lovers - from cookbooks to memoirs - as chosen by Good Housekeeping readers
These are the new non-fiction titles voted best of the year by the GH VIP reader panel and expert judges.
"Emotionally raw, riotously entertaining": Find out which novel is our book editor's best book of the month
Our pick of the nest new fiction, from gripping thrillers to literary gems, out this month.
Nigella Lawson recommends an “utterly compelling“ novel and here’s why you need to read it, too
Looking for a gripping read? Nigella’s latest recommendation is a stunning story about grief.
"A tantalising whodunnit with the funniest dialogue I’ve read in a while": 10 best cosy crime books of autumn
Calling all fans of The Thursday Murder Club! If you enjoy a whodunit to puzzle your way through, you'll love these cosy crime novels, all new for autumn 2026.
Read an exclusive new crime story from Bella Mackie, author of How To Kill Your Family
Simone loves having a community around her but she doesn’t realise quite how closely they’ve all been watching her, in this darkly funny story from bestselling crime writer Bella Mackie.
Recommended books by Barbara Kingsolver, Sara Cox, Elizabeth Strout and Dolly Alderton - and they're all 99p
Download these brilliant books now before the price goes up again!
"A beautiful book to get lost in": The best books by Matt Haig and where to start reading
If you're looking for a thoughtful read, try the books of Matt Haig. Here are our favourites...
‘So clever and so much fun. Fans of Miss Marple will be delighted!’: 8 best crime fiction to read this autumn
From clever cosy crime to gripping thrillers, these are our recommendations if you're a crime fiction fan!
An intimate portrait of Princess Diana by her brother and 7 other must-listen audiobooks out this month
The most bingeable listens of the month, from literary gems to gripping thrillers.
"Spellbinding and impossible to forget": The best paperbacks to read this month, according to Good Housekeeping readers
Discover which four paperbacks have earned a place in our Good Books October Collection, chosen by our panel of VIP Members and expert judges
"I've read over 20 novels this month as a literary editor and these are my 7 best books to read in September"
Our pick of the nest new fiction, from gripping thrillers to literary gems, out this month.
Book quiz: Can you guess these novels from their famous food?
Identify which books we're talking about from the recipes and dishes they mention.
From a sequel to The Time Traveller's Wife to a one-sitting thriller, these are the 10 best books to read this autumn
From Richard Osman to Rebecca Yarros, here is our pick of the big new releases.
The inside story of what triggered the Beckham family feud – and what really happened during that wedding dance
A new explosive book about the rift between Brooklyn and his parents, David and Victoria, explores what really went wrong
Could you be the new Poirot? 10 fiendishly clever murder mystery puzzle books where you play detective
Think you could hack it as a detective? Put the "ze little grey" cells to work with these interactive mysteries.
"I was utterly gripped from page one - a totally compelling live mystery": the 10 top audiobooks to listen to in August
From a new Agatha Christoe with an all-star cast to a biography full of shocking revelations, escape into these audiobooks.
"A real treat from start to finish": A Pressing Engagement is Hannah Waddingham's "flirty" new Jilly Cooper romance
A match made in heaven! Find out more about a new adaptation of Jilly Cooper's romance.
Book quiz: can you guess these popular novels just from their first lines?
A challenge for all book lovers!
'Tender, funny and hopeful... a flawless gem': The 7 best new novels to add to your to-read pile this month
From a stunning story of dysfunctional Irish family to a new novel from the author of Sorrow And Bliss, these are our recommended reads for August 2026.
The best boredom-busting books for kids of all ages, from mind-bending fact books to fantastic fiction
We asked a panel of children, aged from two to 13, to help us pick their favourite books.
From a sexy story set in Greece to a Parisian romance, here are the must-read books to pack to match your holiday destination
The best novels to transport you to faraway places!
'A deliciously twisted gem of a thriller': A "brilliant" new Lisa Jewell and 14 other best audiobooks of Summer 2026
Brighten up your commute or a long journey with these gripping new audiobooks
Book quiz: Can you guess these Agatha Christie classics from a one sentence description?
How well do you know your Miss Marple from your Poirot? Identify which books we're talking about from a single sentence.
"I've read over 100 novels this year as a literary editor and these are my 7 best books of summer"
These are the books worth taking with you on holiday.
If you're a fan of Harlan Coben's thrillers, read these 6 brilliant "heart pounding" books next
If you like big twists, fast-paced action and the past coming back to bite you, these books are for you!
50 must-read books for summer: your ultimate holiday reading list, from thrillers to love stories
Looking for your next great beach read? These are the books worth making room for in your suitcase.
From Nigella Lawson to Matt Haig, these are the literary festivals to book to see all your favourite authors
Bookworms, this way!
From Elizabeth Day to Sara Cox, these are the books some of our favourite writers are reading this summer
Eight bestselling authors give the inside scoop on their holiday reading list, along with their hottest new author recommendations.
The best beach reads to take on holiday this year, according to Good Housekeeping readers
A sunlounger, a glass of something chilled and a good book recommended by GH’s VIP reader panel… all the ingredients you need for a great summer’s day. Meet our Good Books August Collection!
Read an extract from sweeping historical romance novel, Three Summers
Get a taste of why GH's VIP reader panel voted this beautiful story by Karen Swan a Reader Favourite...
"This books speak to my heart": These are the 7 best new books out in July 26, according to Good Housekeeping
From a chilling new thriller by Lisa Jewell to a warm story of friendship set in the art world, these are the best new books out in July 2026.
Join our Summer page-turner reading challenge for adults for a chance to win a GH beauty bag worth £200!
For the National Year of Reading, we’re launching a challenge to celebrate the joy and benefit of books. Read four books from our themed reading lists and you could win a GH beauty bag, worth over £200!
"50% thriller, 50% tearjerker, 100% page-turner!": The best new crime dramas to read this summer
There's a new thriller from Lisa Jewell and a brilliant debut about a woman who will do anything to get her dream home.
Book quiz: guess these love stories and romance novels from their one sentence descriptions
How well do you know your Shakespeare from your modern rom-com? Identify which books we're talking about from a single sentence.
"Razor sharp on family, love and marriage": 16 short but brilliant books you could read in a day
If you're struggling to fit in reading time, grab one of these books.
"He gave me a role model to emulate": What loving George Michael taught one writer about being fully yourself
An early introduction to the Wham! singer by his older sisters was the start of an enduring and transformative lifelong love for journalist Sathnam Sanghera.
"Poignant and unforgettable": 4 sun-drenched summer reads loved by GH readers
Discover which four paperbacks have earned a place in our Good Books July 26 Collection, picked by our panel.
"A heir to Agatha Christie": 21 best cosy crime to escape with this summer
Our round-up of the best comforting mystery novels to read right now.
From divorce to depression, these 10 intimate, no-holds-barred memoirs will totally consume you
Be awed, inspired and comforted by these insightful real life stories.
"This book altered my emotional state and haunted my thoughts": 7 best books out in June 2026
Our pick of the best new fiction being published in June 2026, from an emotional thriller and a literary love triangle.
"Funny and heartbreaking and wonderful": Read an extract from Ruth Jones' uplifting new novel
Find out why GH's VIP reader panel chose By Your Side as a Good Books Reader Favourite...
"I've never read anything like it before!" Read an extract from Holly Jackson's jaw-dropping new thriller
Find out why GH's VIP reader panel chose Not Quite Dead Yet as a Good Books Reader Favourite...
Women's writing celebrated at the British Book Awards, including Sarah Wynn-Williams and Virginia Giuffre
The winners of the 2026 British Book Awards have been announced, including the Fiction category, supported by Good Housekeeping, which was won by Philippa Gregory.
Book quiz: can you guess these classic children's books from their descriptions?
How well do you know your Harry Potter from your Rebecca? Identify which books we're talking about from a single sentence.
"Deliciously dark and devilishly addictive": It Could Have Been Her is James Norton's "twisty" new thriller
James Norton plays a man with a secret in Lisa Jewell's addictive new audiobook
4 new paperbacks with main characters you'll love, chosen by Good Housekeeping readers
Discover which four paperbacks have earned a place in our Good Books June 26 Collection, picked by our panel.
28 great love stories and romance novels to fall in love with this spring
Get lost in a world where enemies become lovers, friends fall in love and things sometimes get spicy!
The best new books to read in May 26: new novels from the author of The Help and Shuggie Bain
Our pick of the best new fiction being published in May 2026, from a gripping legal thriller to a witty love story.
6 "must-read" novels to add to your to-read pile: Women's Prize for Fiction 2026 shortlist has been announced
We recommend reading all of these!