Find the new science fiction and fantasy books out in October 2026, from the most anticipated books to exciting under-the-radar reads.
Here are nine of the best new mysteries, thrillers, and true crime books hitting shelves this October.
Celebrate Latine Heritage Month with these seven books by Latine authors that check off tasks in the 2026 Read Harder Challenge.
These whimsical, gentle, and cozy picture books encourage a sense of wonder and awe at the world around us.
Maintaining a robust media landscape requires understanding how and why to support independent media.
New October horror releases include a school of supernatural entities, a cursed alligator farm, a sapphic take on Hamlet, and more.
Fans of Practical Magic will love these beautifully written novels about sisters, witches, feminism, and love.
The best new children's books out in October 2026 include historical middle grade books, fantasy graphic novels, and humorous picture books.
