Here are the top-selling Canadian fiction, nonfiction, and children’s books for the week of Jan. 10-17.
Bookmanager compiles the bestseller lists based on weekly sales data from over 260 independent Canadian stores.
In Canadian fiction, Rachel Reid’s “Heated Rivalry” leads the list, with four other titles from the Game Changers series also making the top 10. The 2019 romance, which inspired a popular TV series, follows the relationship between professional hockey players Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov. As their secret romance evolves, they face a choice between their love for the game and each other. The series adaptation, directed by Jacob Tierney, premiered on Crave in November and has been a hit with viewers. “Heated Rivalry” is also featured on the Canada Reads 2026 longlist.
The full Canadian fiction list includes:
1. “Heated Rivalry” by Rachel Reid
2. “Game Changer” by Rachel Reid
3. “The Long Game” by Rachel Reid
4. “Pick A Colour” by Souvankham Thammavongsa
5. “The Black Wolf” by Louise Penny
6. “Flesh” by David Szalay
7. “The Paris Express” by Emma Donoghue
8. “Is This is a Cry for Help?” by Emily Austin
9. “Role Model” by Rachel Reid
10. “Tough Guy” by Rachel Reid
Moving to Canadian nonfiction, Margaret Atwood’s “Book of Lives” takes the top spot. The memoir delves into Atwood’s upbringing, literary journey, and the societal influences that shaped her writing. Readers gain insight into the life and mind of the renowned Canadian author.
The complete Canadian nonfiction list comprises:
1. “Book of Lives” by Margaret Atwood
2. “The Wealthy Barber” by David Chilton
3. “One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This” by Omar El Akkad
4. “Elbows Up!” edited by Elamin Abdelmahmoud
5. “Lessons from Cats for Surviving Fascism” by Stewart “Brittlestar” Reynolds
6. “Sorry, Not Sorry” by Mark Critch
7. “Values” by Mark Carney
8. “Vanished Beyond the Map” by Adam Shoalts
9. “The Smiling Land” by Alan Doyle
10. “Enshittification” by Cory Doctorow
In Canadian kids’ books, “The Paper Bag Princess” by Robert Munsch, illustrated by Michael Martchenko, claims the top spot. This timeless tale follows Princess Elizabeth on a mission to save Prince Ronald from a dragon, showcasing that princesses can also be heroes.
The full kids’ book list includes:
1. “The Paper Bag Princess” by Robert Munsch, illustrated by Michael Martchenko
2. “The Marrow Thieves” by Cherie Dimaline
3. “Be A Good Ancestor” by Leona Prince and Gabrielle Prince, illustrated by Carla Joseph
4. “Love You Forever” by Robert Munsch, illustrated by Sheila McGraw
5. “The New Girl” by Cassandra Calin
6. “Carson Crosses Canada” by Linda Bailey, illustrated by Kass Reich
7. “The Inquisitive Raven” by Richard Wagamese, illustrated by Bridget George
8. “The Barren Grounds” by David A. Robertson
9. “Hockey in the Wild” by Nicholas Oldland
10. “Mallory and the Trouble with Twins” by Arley Nopra