November 2026
“I am so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” ― L.M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables
FICTION
FANTASY
Birth of a Witch by Nora Roberts
The first in the trilogy – follows, In 1695 on Piety Island, 13-year-old Niamh McShane dies a witch at the moment of her hanging. 300 years later, Neve learns tales of her family’s past lives aren’t just whimsical fantasies. They are witches, and so is she. Their lives–past and present–are bound together by that pivotal day centuries ago.
Defy the Dusk by Danielle Jensen
The first in the series, Surrendering Duet, a gritty post-apocalyptic fantasy duology – When darkness means certain death and survival depends on reaching the dawn, the woman whose magic broke the world will carve another path.
HISTORICAL FICTION
Jane Austen’s The Watsons by Claudia Gray
The Watsons is an unfinished novel written by Jane Austen abandoned circa 1805 following the death of her father. – Nineteen-year-old Emma Watson was raised from the age of five by a wealthy aunt and uncle, receiving a refined education and expecting an independent fortune. After her uncle dies and her aunt remarries, Emma is forced to return to her estranged, impoverished biological family.
LITERARY FICTION
Stations by Louise Kennedy
Róisín and Red meet as teenagers in their hometown in Ireland. Red’s reputation for trouble might precede him, but Róisín finds him to be a friend, albeit, an unlikely one. When a brush with the law pushes Red into a corner, he escapes their town and his family for good to start a new life in England.
MYSTERY
The Murder Trial by James Patterson
A young woman stands trial for the double murder of her parents. A perfect family destroyed by a daughter barely old enough to vote. From her cell at Westfall Justice Center, Janelle swears she’s innocent, that she loved her parents. If only she could convince someone—anyone—that she’s telling the truth.
Robert B. Parker’s Framed by Mike Lupica
The 54th installment of the Spenser series, follows Martin Quirk, the highly respected Superintendent-in-Chief of the Boston Police Department and a longtime friend of Spenser, who is falsely accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a confidential informant.
ROMANCE
Celebration by Danielle Steel
They say all you need is love, but is it ever too late to find it? In today’s world, loneliness can happen for so many reasons and it knows no age limit. But love can often surprise us when we least expect it.
Peculiar Stars by Rebecca Yarros
A slow-burn romance about love, family, and what it means to become the truest version of yourself.
THRILLER
All In by David Baldacci
In the newest thriller from #1 New York Times bestselling author David Baldacci, the 6:20 Man is leaving U.S soil―this time drawn into a storm of billion‑dollar secrets and international power plays that could shatter the world order.
The Terrarium by Katie Collum
Annie takes a cat-sitting job for a mysterious, aloof client named Zoe, caring for a cat named Hades entirely through remote, handwritten instructions. When strange souvenirs linked to murder investigations turn up in the house and a forbidden room remains locked, Annie begins to suspect her unseen client is a serial killer.
NON FICTION
MEMOIRS
Look at Me by Dustin Hoffman
An intimate memoir by iconic actor Dustin Hoffman, exploring his storied career in film and theater alongside personal reflections on craft and life.
Promise Me, America by Joe Biden
A personal memoir by Joe Biden examining pivotal moments in American leadership, public service, family, and national purpose.
Take My Word for It by LeVar Burton
A personal reflection and memoir by beloved actor and literacy advocate LeVar Burton, sharing stories from his life, career, and passion for storytelling.
CULINARY ARTS
Come Here and Cook by Jordan Howlett
Popular content creator Jordan Howlett shares accessible recipes, kitchen tips, and personal culinary humor.
Cookie Queen by Susan Spungen
A comprehensive baking guide by food stylist Susan Spungen, packed with creative cookie recipes and decorative techniques.
HISTORY/POLITICS
Castles by Dan Jones
Historian Dan Jones explores the architectural evolution, strategic importance, and dramatic history of medieval fortresses.
In the Room by David Hume Kennerly
Pulitzer Prize–winning photojournalist David Hume Kennerly shares historic photographs and insider accounts of presidential politics..
Secrets by Bob Woodward
Investigative journalist Bob Woodward offers a deep dive into behind-the-scenes political maneuvering, governance, and national secrets.
LITERARY STUDIES
The Book Was Better by Louise Willder
A witty exploration of literature, publishing, book covers, and the enduring debate between original books and their adaptations.
Influenced by Aarron Atkinson-Toal
An examination of social media culture, modern digital influence, and how online dynamics shape human behavior and society.
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