10 books we loved reading in 2013

This year was an exciting one for publishing, with new releases from best-selling powerhouses and thrilling debuts from first-time authors. USA TODAY's Jocelyn McClurg and Bob Minzesheimer were there to read, interview, review -- and now, guide you through the best books of the year.

Whether you're ticking off a holiday gift list or looking for a new personal favorite, these 10 best books of 2013 are sure to impress fiction and non-fiction lovers alike.