Reddit reviews Biblical Literacy: The Most Important People, Events, and Ideas of the Hebrew Bible
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>How many of you have read a holy book cover to cover?
I appreciate this question because it reminds me of homework I ought to be doing. I'm ashamed to admit I have not actually read the tanakh through and through. I've read a good amount, I've bounced around (I don't believe it needs to be read linearly) but I have not finished it. I like when good Bible questions get asked in this sub as it causes me to read things I probably haven't read before which will cause me to read more into/about it.
I recommend this book for everyone: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0688142974
Essentially, it's the bible simplified into a more readable version if you want to get an overview of the stories, events, people, etc without feeling bogged down by the boringness of the Bible. Obviously it doesn't capture everything but it's also good about not omitting irrelevant, small details. It's not a replacement for indepth study, but it's certainly a good reference.
Joseph Telushkin - Biblical Literacy: The Most Important People, Events, and Ideas of the Hebrew Bible https://www.amazon.com/dp/0688142974/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_s.eNwbTXW4GCQ
The New Jewish Publication Society (NJPS) translation is probably the best, although it too has some flaws. You can find it here
 
If you're looking for a book that's meant to introduce someone to the Hebrew Bible (and not a translation per se), then check out Rabbi Telushkin's Biblical Literacy