The best books of 2009 according to Publishers Weekly

Publishers Weekly issued its 2009 best book list. The choices, made out of 50,000 volumes, are at times quirky and cute, but overall the list offers a solid image of who is who and what was (and still is) worth reading this year. The list covers all genres, this is only a selection of a longer title list. Publishers Weekly is the most important American trade publication for book publishers and booksellers.