A book, movie, or other product that sells in very large quantities, becoming extremely popular with the public.
From 'best' + 'seller,' a compound that emerged in the early 20th century. Publishers began tracking and publicizing the most popular books, creating an official category around the 1920s-1930s.
The New York Times bestseller list started in 1931 and is so influential that it can make or break an author's career—just being #1 can change what people buy in bookstores!
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