Gad Saad's Suicidal Empathy Tops Charts as Rachel Reid's Game Changers Dominates Fiction
Gad Saad’s latest book, Suicidal Empathy, has topped both the Canadian and original non-fiction bestseller lists. The work explores what he calls maladaptively irrational altruism and its broader impact on society. Meanwhile, Rachel Reid’s Game Changers series continues to dominate fiction charts, with all six books holding strong positions earlier this year.
Saad, a Canadian professor currently on leave from Concordia University, has been making waves beyond academia. His recent lectures at the University of Mississippi’s Declaration of Independence Center for the Study of American Freedom have drawn attention. He has also spoken openly about his intention to pursue U.S. citizenship.
His latest book, *Suicidal Empathy*, critiques extreme forms of altruism that he argues harm rather than help society. The title’s success reflects growing interest in his ideas. In fiction, Rachel Reid’s *Game Changers* series has been a standout performer. Earlier in 2022, all six books from the series appeared on the Canadian fiction list for multiple weeks. The first instalment, *The Deal*, currently sits at No. 3, while sequels *The Score* and *The Mistake* also remain on the list. *The Mistake* serves as the foundation for the series’ second season. Elsewhere, Elle Kennedy’s *Off Campus* series made its screen debut on Prime Video in October 2022. The adaptation marks another example of popular book-to-screen transitions gaining traction.
Saad’s Suicidal Empathy maintains its position at the top of non-fiction charts, reinforcing his influence in cultural debates. Reid’s Game Changers series, with its strong readership and upcoming adaptations, shows no signs of slowing down. Both authors continue to shape discussions in their respective genres.
