Ask HN: What fiction books would you recommend for programmers?

kept by eddie dec 05, 25

Hacker News commenters recommend fiction books that programmers would enjoy, including titles by Neal Stephenson, Ted Chiang, and Greg Egan, among many others.

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Hacker News discussants argue that AI productivity gains will not result in shorter work weeks, as employers capture the surplus and competition prevents collective action.
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The 10 Best Books of 2025 - The New York Times
The New York Times Book Review staff selected the top 10 fiction and nonfiction books of 2025, compiling an annual list of the year's best.
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Just a moment...
Joanna Stern's book "I Am Not a Robot" recounts her year integrating AI into every aspect of life and is now a New York Times bestseller.
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The Xteink X4 E-Ink Reader — Max Glenister
The £40 Xteink X4 e-ink reader, though minimal out of the box, becomes an excellent portable reading device through custom firmware like CrossPoint or Inx.
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Ezra's Bookshelf
Ezra's Bookshelf is a site that aggregates all 1,204 book recommendations ever made on The Ezra Klein Show podcast.
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