Dakota Johnson Reveals 2025 Book Club Selections

Dakota Johnson expands her TeaTime Book Club in 2025 with eight diverse and thought-provoking selections ranging from classics to bold new debuts.

Dakota Johnson’s book club has officially become one of the buzziest literary hubs of 2025.

The Materialists actress first launched the TeaTime Book Club in 2024 through her TeaTime Pictures entertainment company, and it has quickly grown into an online community for book lovers everywhere. Each month, Dakota Johnson selects a new title to highlight, sharing a “deep dive” on Instagram that often includes curated extras like reading lists or playlists made by the author themselves.

“I want to fall down the rabbit hole every time I read,” Dakota Johnson explained when discussing her book club last year. “To invest in the book, invest in the language, invest in the references. Like, Oh, what is that piece of art she’s talking about? Who’s that musician?”

Now, Dakota Johnson has revealed her 2025 lineup — a mix of beloved classics, bold debuts, and genre-defying novels. Here’s the full list of what she’s been reading month by month:

August

Make Your Way Home by Carrie R. Moore

Moore’s debut short story collection explores life in the American South, focusing on characters who wrestle with love and belonging while grappling with painful histories. Dakota Johnson describes the work as both stunning and heartfelt.

July

The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams

Dakota Johnson reached for one of her personal favorites in July, Douglas Adams’ legendary sci-fi comedy. Following one man’s wild adventure through space with a band of aliens, the novel remains as hilarious and inventive as ever.

June

Flashlight by Susan Choi

National Book Award winner Susan Choi’s latest novel follows a woman haunted by her father’s disappearance during her childhood, tracing how that event shapes her life as an adult. “It will make your head spin in the best way,” Dakota Johnson promised.

May

Audition by Katie Kitamura

Kitamura’s intricately woven novel uses two alternative timelines to examine human connection and identity. Dakota Johnson called it “a mesmerizing Mobius strip of a novel that asks who we are to the people we love.”

April

The Antidote by Karen Russell

This Nebraska-set story unfolds in the aftermath of a catastrophic dust storm. Among its most memorable figures is The Antidote, who carries the memories of the townspeople — until that power suddenly vanishes. Dakota Johnson said the novel is one “you’ll never forget.”

March

Loca by Alejandro Heredia

Heredia’s debut novel captures the lives of two friends, Sal and Charo, as they navigate family, identity, and friendship across the span of a year. Dakota Johnson praised the book for its emotional depth and relatability.

February

The Lamb by Lucy Rose

For February, Dakota Johnson leaned into literary horror. Rose’s novel tells a chilling story of a mother and daughter bound by a disturbing appetite. Dakota Johnson teased it as perfect “for fans of cannibalism and mommy issues.”

January

Letters to a Young Poet by Rainer Maria Rilke

Dakota Johnson began her year with Rilke’s timeless collection of letters to a young writer, a book that continues to inspire generations. “It’s so inspiring, it may just set you on a journey to the best year yet,” she said.

With this lineup, Dakota Johnson’s TeaTime Book Club showcases her eclectic tastes — from modern horror and new voices to enduring classics. And if her passion for storytelling is any indication, her followers can expect even more imaginative picks in 2026.