Book-loving residents of and visitors to the city of Portland, Ore., are already familiar with the legendary labyrinthine charms of Powell's City of Books, the largest store in the world for new and used books. Powells.com, the online equivalent of this bibliophile's paradise, brings the Powell's experience to the Web, including a bestseller list that reflects the eclectic tastes of Powell's customers. Salon.com is pleased to present it here.
1. The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd
Paperback, $14
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2. Life of Pi by Yann Martel
Paperback, $14
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3. Beach House by James Patterson
Hardcover, $7.99
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4. Fast Food Nation by Eric Schlosser
Paperback, $13.95
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5. American Gods by Neil Gaiman
Paperback, $7.99
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6. The Nanny Diaries by Emma McLaughlin and Nicola Kraus
Hardcover, $24.95
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7. Villa Incognito by Tom Robbins
Hardcover, $24
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8. Bel Canto by Ann Patchett
Paperback, $13.95
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9. The Best Democracy Money Can Buy: An Investigative Reporter Exposes the Truth About Corporate Cons, Globalization, and High-Finance Fraudsters by Greg Palast
Paperback, $14
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10. Dr. Atkins' New Diet Revolution by Robert C. Atkins
Paperback, $7.99
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11. The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown
Hardcover, $19.96
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12. The Summons by John Grisham
Hardcover, $27.95
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13. Seabiscuit by Lauren Hillenbrand
Paperback, $15
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14. The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith
Paperback, $9.56
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15. Small Wonder: Essays by Barbara Kingsolver
Paperback, $12.95
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16. McSweeney's Mammoth Treasury of Thrilling Tales (McSweeney's #10) edited by Michael Chabon
Paperback, $13.95
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17. Three Junes by Julia Glass
Hardcover, $25
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18. Empire Falls by Richard Russo
Paperback, $14.95
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19. The Orchid Thief by Susan Orlean
Paperback, $14
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20. Tell No One by Harlan Coben
Hardcover, $22.95
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