October brings treats for every shelf! Check out the books we cannot wait to read this month and shop your favorites in-store or online.

Adult Debut

Alchemy Of Secrets by Stephanie Garber—Available 10/7

Most students think Folklore 517 is nothing more than ghost stories and urban myths, but Holland St. James knows better. Determined to rewrite her past, she begins digging into old Hollywood deaths and uncovers a world of dark bargains, dangerous men, and secrets powerful enough to change her life or end it. From #1 New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Garber comes a haunting adult debut of mystery, magic, and deadly glamour.

Celebrity Memoir

Future Boy by Michael J. Fox— Available 10/14

In 1985, Michael J. Fox was balancing two dream roles that would change television and film forever. By day he was Alex P. Keaton on Family Ties, and by night he was becoming Marty McFly in Back to the Future, racing between sets on little sleep and pure determination. In Future Boy, Fox shares the remarkable story of this once-in-a-lifetime moment in Hollywood history, told with fresh insights from cast and crew and brought vividly to life by one of the most beloved icons of his generation.

Must-Have Thrills & Chills

The Intruder by Freida McFadden— Available 10/7

Casey’s remote cabin was never meant to withstand a hurricane, but the storm outside is nothing compared to the danger lurking within. When a blood-covered girl appears at her window clutching a knife, Casey offers shelter only to uncover a secret so dark it could cost her life. In this gripping new thriller, 1 New York Times bestselling author Freida McFadden delivers a chilling tale of survival, trust, and how far someone will go to keep the truth buried.

New & Noteworthy

Conform by Ariel Sullivan — Available 10/14

Centuries after a devastating war, humanity lives under the control of the Illum, a powerful elite who monitor every choice and dictate every relationship. Emeline has always been an outcast until the day an Illum unexpectedly chooses her as his Mate and thrusts her into a dangerous world of courtship, rebellion, and secrets. Torn between two men on opposite sides of a rising resistance, Emeline must decide who to trust and how much she is willing to risk as the fate of her heart and her world hang in the balance.

Scary Good Romance

Road Trip with A Vampire by Jenna Levine

Zelda Watson thought she left vampires behind when she started over in California, but everything changes when an amnesiac named Peter arrives with a mysterious letter. Drawn into his search for lost memories, she embarks on a cross-country road trip filled with cryptic journals, dangerous secrets, and unexpected romance.

Series Spotlight

Mate (Books-A-Million Exclusive) by Ali Hazelwood — Available 10/7

Serena Paris is the first Human-Were hybrid, meant to unite rival species but instead left orphaned, pack-less, and hunted. With enemies closing in, her only chance for survival may be Koen Alexander, the powerful Alpha determined to protect her. As danger rises and her past threatens to destroy her, Serena must decide if trusting Koen is the key to saving herself and the fragile balance of their world in this anticipated companion novel to the New York Times bestselling Bride.

A Stunning Love Story

Twice by Mitch Albom— Available 10/7

Alfie Logan discovers as a child that he can live every moment twice, a gift that allows him to erase mistakes, take risks, and even win love. But when he learns that once he undoes a love it can never be his again, the power that once gave him everything threatens to take away what matters most. Twice is a poignant and thought-provoking new novel from Mitch Albom, exploring second chances, temptation, and the true cost of love.

The Collab We All Needed

Remain by Nicholas Sparks and M. Night Shyamalan — Available 10/7

Haunted by loss and seeking a fresh start, Tate Donovan retreats to Cape Cod, where his sister’s final revelation that their family can see spirits still lingers in his mind. At a secluded inn, he meets Wren, a woman who challenges everything he thought he knew about love and the world around him. As their connection deepens, Tate uncovers dangerous secrets and must face whether love can set him free or bind him to something far darker.

What We're Reading Now

The Widow by John Grisham — Available 10/21

Simon Latch is a struggling lawyer in rural Virginia whose luck seems to change when a wealthy widow walks into his office with a secret fortune. When her story unravels and she ends up in the hospital, Simon is accused of murder and suddenly fighting for his life. With the evidence stacked against him, he must uncover the real killer before he loses everything in John Grisham’s most suspenseful novel yet.

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