Current’s 100 Books of the 21st Century
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Current, 100 Books
This list, titled 'Current’s 100 Books of the 21st Century,' is a curated selection of significant books from the 21st century, emphasizing a balance between fiction and nonfiction, with a notable focus on works that engage with theological and spiritual themes. The list was compiled by an in-house committee of life-long readers, researchers, writers, academics, editors, and teachers associated with the publication 'Current,' under the guidance of Nadya Williams. The methodology involved alternating between fiction and nonfiction and giving preference to books that received multiple nominations from committee members, though the numbering does not imply a strict ranking. The list intentionally contrasts with the 'New York Times' 100 Best Books of the 21st Century' by including works that reflect concerns of the soul and by incorporating books from Christian publishers, which the 'NYT' list notably lacked. The selection process was subjective, with some books marked by asterisks to indicate their appearance on both lists, and only one book per author included to ensure diversity.
This list was originally published in 2024 and was added to this site over 1 year ago.