Staff Picks + Upcoming Titles: October

By Kat La Mantia | September 9 2024 | AdultsBlogChildren'sGeneralAllGiftPop Culture

October’s upcoming titles are full of soon-to-be bestsellers perfect for gifting season. Swifties can revisit their favorite eras with some of Taylor’s most iconic looks in Dress Up Taylor, while Playbill Broadway Trivia is the perfect party game for theater buffs who want to put their knowledge to the test! Meanwhile foodies can enjoy new releases from TV chef royalty, Ina Garten and Bobby Flay, and kids can share Christmas cheer with celebrity authors Dolly Parton and Reese Witherspoon!

October is full of great titles to discover. See our staff pick lists below to dive in!

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October Staff Picks HERE!

Dress Up Taylor
Dress Up Taylor
A Taylor Swift paper doll book featuring her iconic eras
Julia Murray
9781923049765
Dress up Taylor in her most iconic fits with this illustrated press-out paper doll book.
$16.95 US
Oct 08, 2024
8-1/2 x 11
Paperback
32 Pages
Smith Street Books
Be Ready When the Luck Happens
Be Ready When the Luck Happens
A Memoir
Ina Garten
9780593799895
In her long-awaited memoir, Ina Garten—aka the Barefoot Contessa, author of thirteen bestselling cookbooks, beloved Food Network personality, Instagram sensation, and cultural icon—shares her personal story with readers hungry for a seat at her table.
$34.00 US
Oct 01, 2024
6-1/8 x 9-1/8
Hardcover
320 Pages
Crown
Dolly Parton's Billy the Kid Comes Home for Christmas
Dolly Parton's Billy the Kid Comes Home for Christmas
Erica S. Perl, Dolly Parton, MacKenzie Haley
9780593755006
In this standalone sequel to instant New York Times Bestseller Dolly Parton's Billy the Kid Makes it Big, Dolly's favorite god-dog is back with a tale about the true meaning of Christmas.
$19.99 US
Oct 01, 2024
9 x 9
Hardcover
40 Pages
Penguin Workshop
Age 4-7 years
Burn After Writing Expanded Edition
Burn After Writing Expanded Edition
Sharon Jones
9780593543078
The national bestseller"This book has made me laugh and cry, filled me with joy, and inspired me." -TikTok user camrynbanksNow with thirty pages of new questions -- the phenomenally popular secret journal filled with private prompts for personal reflection, self-exploration, and fueling creativity
$18.00 US
Oct 01, 2024
5-5/16 x 8
Paperback
192 Pages
TarcherPerigee
The Official Bridgerton Cookbook
The Official Bridgerton Cookbook
Regula Ysewijn
9780593725573
Take a seat at the most sumptuous tables of the ton with over seventy recipes from the world of Bridgerton, the hugely popular Shondaland series on Netflix.
$35.00 US
Oct 22, 2024
8 x 10
Hardcover
256 Pages
Random House Worlds
Where's Bluey? At Christmas
Where's Bluey? At Christmas
A Search-and-Find Book
Penguin Young Readers Licenses
9780593752982
Find Bluey, Bingo, and all their friends and family in this search-and-find activity book, based on the widly succesful animated series Bluey, as seen on Disney+
$8.99 US
Oct 08, 2024
8-1/2 x 10-7/8
Paperback
32 Pages
Penguin Young Readers Licenses
Age 4-6 years
Esquire The Handbook of Men's Style
Esquire The Handbook of Men's Style
A Guide to Looking Good
9781958395806
A completely revised edition of the essential manual for dressing—and feeling—your very best, featuring Esquire's signature wit and humor and 200+ photos and illustrations
$25.00 US
Oct 22, 2024
5-1/4 x 7-1/4
Hardcover
224 Pages
Hearst Home
Ottolenghi Comfort
Ottolenghi Comfort
A Cookbook
Yotam Ottolenghi
9780399581779
The New York Times bestselling author of Ottolenghi Flavor reimagines comfort food with over 100 global, personal recipes.
$37.99 US
Oct 08, 2024
7-2/3 x 10-2/3
Hardcover
320 Pages
Ten Speed Press
Taylor Swift: A Baby's First Biography
Taylor Swift: A Baby's First Biography
Sophie Beer, J. D. Forester
9780593888902
Introduce your little ones to Taylor Swift with this read-aloud board book biography that’s perfect for Swifties young and old.
$7.99 US
Oct 08, 2024
6 x 8-1/4
Board Book
16 Pages
Grosset & Dunlap
Age 1-3 years
The National Parks
The National Parks
A Coloring Book
National Geographic
9781426224300
Filled with beautiful imagery of wildlife and landscapes from all 63 U.S. national parks, this is the perfect artistic escape and a great gift for nature enthusiasts, hikers, explorers, and more!
$16.99 US
Oct 15, 2024
7-5/8 x 10-7/8
Paperback
112 Pages
National Geographic
Heroes' Feast: The Deck of Many Morsels
Heroes' Feast: The Deck of Many Morsels
50 Cards for Conjuring Snacks, Libations, and Sweets
Michael Witwer, Kyle Newman, Jon Peterson, Sam Witwer, Official Dungeons & Dragons Licensed
9780593580738
Sip and snack your way through the realms of Dungeons & Dragons with these 50 recipe cards from the New York Times bestselling authors of the Heroes' Feast cookbooks.
$25.99 US
Oct 01, 2024
5-1/2 x 7-1/2
Cards
52 Pages
Clarkson Potter
The Kelce Brothers: A Little Golden Book Biography
The Kelce Brothers: A Little Golden Book Biography
Apple Jordan, Macky Pamintuan
9780593904282
Dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about Travis and Jason Kelce—star NFL players, brothers, and podcast hosts. Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers—as well as fans of all ages!
$5.99 US
Oct 15, 2024
6-5/8 x 8
Hardcover
24 Pages
Golden Books
Age 4-8 years
This Book is Literally Just Pictures of Cute Cats Who Are Plotting to Kill You
This Book is Literally Just Pictures of Cute Cats Who Are Plotting to Kill You
9781923049321
Put a smile on your dial with this collection of sinister but adorable feline troublemakers.
$15.95 US
Oct 01, 2024
6-2/7 x 7-2/7
Hardcover
96 Pages
Smith Street Books
The Cocktail Cabinet: Gin
The Cocktail Cabinet: Gin
The essential drinks every gin lover should know
Kara Newman, Giacomo Bagnara
9781923049598
Break open the cocktail cabinet to prepare gin-based cocktails with this deck of mixologist favorites.
$24.95 US
Oct 01, 2024
3-3/4 x 5-1/3
Other Formats
52 Pages
Smith Street Gift
Pokémon Visual Companion Fifth Edition
Pokémon Visual Companion Fifth Edition
DK
9780593843970
The world of Pokémon awaits you!
$14.99 US
Oct 01, 2024
7-3/16 x 9-3/16
Paperback
352 Pages
DK Children
Age 5-9 years
The World of Minecraft
The World of Minecraft
Mojang AB
9780593722497
Uncover the history of one of the most influential games of all time in The World of Minecraft. Explore how the critically acclaimed game evolved from a one-person project in 2009 to the global gaming phenomenon it is today.
$40.00 US
Oct 15, 2024
9-1/4 x 11-13/16
Hardcover
224 Pages
Random House Worlds
Age 8-12 years
My Mexican Kitchen
My Mexican Kitchen
100 Recipes Rich with Tradition, Flavor, and Spice: A Cookbook
Eva Longoria
9780593796429
A celebration of Mexican ingredients and traditions--plus 100 favorite recipes--from Eva Longoria.
$35.00 US
Oct 29, 2024
7-7/16 x 10
Hardcover
256 Pages
Clarkson Potter
The Disney Christmas Cookbook
The Disney Christmas Cookbook
50 Delicious Recipes!
Disney Books, Joy Howard
9781368074971
Get ready for Christmas with your favorite Disney and Pixar characters! This holiday cookbook for kids makes learning how to cook fun and downright magical.
$18.99 US
Oct 01, 2024
7 x 9
Hardcover
144 Pages
Disney Press
Age 6-8 years
My Travel Journal
My Travel Journal
A Travel Keepsake Journal to Record Your Vacations, Adventures, and Experiences Abroad
Korie Herold
9781963183023
Keep track of your favorite travel memories with this beautiful heirloom-quality travel keepsake journal—the perfect gift for adventurous souls
$19.95 US
Nov 12, 2024
6 x 9
Hardcover
120 Pages
Paige Tate & Co
Good Housekeeping Holiday Cookies
Good Housekeeping Holiday Cookies
100 Fun and Festive Treats to Enjoy Throughout the Season
9781958395660
Bake your best batch yet with 100+ holiday cookie recipes from the Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen that will come out perfect every time
$19.99 US
Oct 15, 2024
8 x 8
Hardcover
144 Pages
Hearst Home
An Anthology of Fungi
An Anthology of Fungi
A Collection of Mushrooms, Toadstools and Other Fungi
Daniel Long, Lynne Boddy, Ali Ashby, Angela Rizza
9780593846131
A beautiful book featuring notes, photos, and illustrations of more than 100 species of fungi.
$16.99 US
Oct 01, 2024
6-11/16 x 8-9/16
Hardcover
128 Pages
DK Children
Age 7-9 years
Gingerbread Bookshop Tote
Gingerbread Bookshop Tote
Out of Print
9798217054596
Gingerbread Bookshop Tote Bag
$22.00 US
Oct 01, 2024
Merchandise
Out of Print
The Complete Book of Cheese
The Complete Book of Cheese
History, Techniques, Recipes, Tips
Anne-Laure Pham, Mathieu Plantive
9782080447487
This essential reference covers all aspects of the four cheese styles—including 150 varieties; how to select, serve, savor, and store them; and forty-six recipes from around the world.
$45.00 US
Oct 08, 2024
8-1/4 x 11
Hardcover
288 Pages
Flammarion
Where's the Unicorn?: A Stroller Book
Where's the Unicorn?: A Stroller Book
Ingela P Arrhenius
9781536237641
A new stroller edition from this best-selling series, complete with an attachable strap, felt flaps, and a mirror!Five beautifully illustrated spreads show a series of magical creatures, including a mermaid, a dragon, a fairy, and a unicorn hiding beneath bright felt flaps as well as a surprise mirror ending on the final page. Now available in a smaller format with a sturdy, attachable strap, this stroller book is perfect for babies and toddlers on the go.
$8.99 US
Oct 08, 2024
4-1/8 x 4-1/8
Board Book
10 Pages
Candlewick Press
Age 0-2 years
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