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Penguin Random House

1,808books in catalog

About this publisher’s catalog

This catalog presents a broad range of titles spanning both fiction and nonfiction, often blending literary classics with contemporary explorations of human behavior and society. Readers can expect a mix of thought-provoking narratives alongside practical and reflective nonfiction works, covering diverse topics from politics to personal growth. Navigating this collection benefits from focusing on thematic interests or narrative styles.

What you’ll often find

  • Classic and modern literary works that engage with social and political themes
  • Nonfiction exploring psychology, neuroscience, and human behavior
  • Books addressing public policy, cultural studies, and social sciences
  • Memoirs and biographies offering personal and professional insights
  • Speculative and science fiction with complex world-building and philosophical questions
  • Guides and humor-infused nonfiction on everyday life and etiquette
  • Religious and philosophical texts reflecting spiritual traditions and thought

How to browse this shelf

  • Start by selecting books based on thematic clusters such as politics, psychology, or spirituality
  • Look for narrative tone cues to choose between literary fiction, speculative fiction, or memoirs
  • Explore nonfiction titles by subject focus, from neuroscience to cultural critique
  • Use the presence of humor or practical advice to find lighter nonfiction reads
  • Try narrowing choices by historical period or classic versus contemporary works
  • Consider whether you prefer character-driven stories or concept-driven nonfiction
  • Distinguish fiction from nonfiction to tailor your reading experience

Good fit if you like

  • Engaging with complex social and political ideas through narrative or analysis
  • Reflective nonfiction that combines scientific insight with cultural commentary
  • Literary works that balance character depth with broader societal critique
  • Explorations of human nature from psychological and evolutionary perspectives
  • Books that mix humor with practical life advice or etiquette
  • Thoughtful spiritual or philosophical writings grounded in tradition
  • Immersive speculative fiction that raises ethical and existential questions

Generated from the books currently available in this catalog.

Authors published by Penguin Random House

  • The Perfect Assassin A Ruthless Captor. a Deadly Lesson — James Patterson

    The Perfect Assassin A Ruthless Captor. a Deadly Lesson — James Patterson

  • The Perfect Assassin A Doc Savage Thriller — James Patterson

    The Perfect Assassin A Doc Savage Thriller — James Patterson

  • The Shadow — James Patterson

    The Shadow — James Patterson

  • The Great Gatsby — F. Scott Fitzgerald

    The Great Gatsby — F. Scott Fitzgerald

  • The Clockwise Man — Justin Richards

    The Clockwise Man — Justin Richards

  • Ascent — Jed Mercurio

    Ascent — Jed Mercurio

  • A Tale of Two Cities — Charles Dickens

    A Tale of Two Cities — Charles Dickens

  • Robinson Crusoe — Daniel Dafoe

    Robinson Crusoe — Daniel Dafoe

  • Gulliver’s Travels — Jonathan Swift

    Gulliver’s Travels — Jonathan Swift

  • Frankenstein — Mary W. Shelley

    Frankenstein — Mary W. Shelley

  • The Wind in the Willows — Kenneth Grahame

    The Wind in the Willows — Kenneth Grahame

  • Moby Dick — Herman Melville

    Moby Dick — Herman Melville

  • Persepolis I and Ii — Marjane Satrapi

    Persepolis I and Ii — Marjane Satrapi

  • Three Men in a Boat To Say Nothing of the Dog — Jerome Jerome

    Three Men in a Boat To Say Nothing of the Dog — Jerome Jerome

  • The Wimpy Kid Do-it-yourself Book — Jeff Kinney

    The Wimpy Kid Do-it-yourself Book — Jeff Kinney

  • Batman: Nightwalker — Marie Lu

    Batman: Nightwalker — Marie Lu

  • Elements of Being a Ranger — Leigh Olsen

    Elements of Being a Ranger — Leigh Olsen

  • The Call of the Wild — Jack London

    The Call of the Wild — Jack London

  • The Swiss Family Robinson — J. D. Wyss

    The Swiss Family Robinson — J. D. Wyss

  • The House of Hades: the Graphic Novel (Heroes of Olympus Book 4) — Rick Riordan

    The House of Hades: the Graphic Novel (Heroes of Olympus Book 4) — Rick Riordan