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must-read

American  
[muhst-reed] / ˈmʌstˈrid /

noun

  1. a piece of literature or writing considered important or classic; writing that should or must be read.


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Our must-read books for June include gripping new fiction from Dave Eggers and James Ellroy, buzzy celebrity memoirs, thrilling true stories and a few escapist beach reads.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 2, 2026

These new must-read mysteries are ripe with revenge; discover how authors like Jose Ando, Caroline Glenn and Leodora Darlington craft their books to keep readers hooked.

From Los Angeles Times May 12, 2026

Still, he said, “We want to be distinctive, urgent, must-read with every chance we have.”

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 26, 2026

Friday’s PCE inflation release, typically a must-read given its importance to Fed forecasts, will only cover the month of September.

From Barron's Dec. 5, 2025

Compiled by Paul McCartney and edited by Ted Widmer, “Wings: The Story of a Band on the Run” is a must-read for fans of The Beatles in general and their solo careers in specific.

From Salon Nov. 3, 2025

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