NEW YORK — The resurgence of interest in “The Handmaid’s Tale” has been notable following the election of Donald Trump back to the presidency.
Margaret Atwood’s chilling novel, which explores a world in which women suffer harsh oppression, has climbed to the top of the best seller lists on Amazon.
Throughout Trump’s previous term, the book remained popular, alongside other unsettling titles such as George Orwell’s “1984” and Ray Bradbury’s “Fahrenheit 451,” both of which maintained a position in Amazon’s top 40 as of Thursday afternoon.
Additionally, Timothy Snyder’s “On Tyranny: Twenty Lessons from the Twentieth Century,” another significant title from Trump’s first term, found its place within the top 10 best sellers.

On the flip side, literature reflecting pro-Trump sentiments also witnessed a boost in sales.
Former first lady Melania Trump’s memoir, titled “Melania,” surged to the No. 1 spot on Amazon’s list, while Vice President-elect JD Vance’s “Hillbilly Elegy” secured a position among the top 10.
Donald Trump’s illustrated book, “Save America,” also made its mark by landing in the top 30.

Barnes & Noble has reported a similar trend, noting that works touching on themes of fascism, feminism, dystopian realities, and varied political ideologies—both conservative and liberal—have seen a significant rise in sales since the election results.
According to Shannon DeVito, the book chain’s director, titles like “Melania,” “On Tyranny,” and Bob Woodward’s recent release, “War,” which delves into the responses of both Trump and President Joe Biden towards the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, have all been front-runners.
DeVito emphasized the notable increase in interest towards dystopian fiction, particularly emphasizing the revival of titles such as “The Handmaid’s Tale” and “1984.”