October Retail Radar: Favorites & Upcoming Titles

By Kat La Mantia | September 14 2026 | GeneralAllGiftPop CultureAdultsBlogChildren's

🎃 October 2026 Retail Radar

What’s on our retail radar for October? Mahjong, wooden children’s toys, and giftable formats are only the beginning of everything next month’s upcoming titles have to offer.

Holiday gift titles have arrived! From pop culture tie-ins like The Official SpongeBob SquarePants Keepsake Notebook Set and Andy’s Bravo Scrapbook to irresistible special formats like The Charcuterie Board Deck and My Little Locomotive Library, October is full of all things special, luxe, and giftable.

Plus, did we mention it’s an Ina year? Yes, Ina Garten is back with an effortless cookbook, Simply Ina, that Barefoot Contessa fans will love!

Discover holiday gifts, standout cookbooks, and new styles from Out of Print in our October lineup. Explore the collections below to start diving into everything coming up in October!

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Mastering American Mahjong
Mastering American Mahjong
A Complete Guide to Rules and Strategy
Megan Trottier
9798217274161
Step into the world of American mahjong with this approachable and beautiful guidebook by the founder of Oh My Mahjong, perfect for beginners and players ready to level up their game.
$24.99 US
Oct 13, 2026
5-1/2 x 8
Hardcover
128 Pages
Ten Speed Press
Simply Ina
Simply Ina
A Barefoot Contessa Cookbook
Ina Garten
9780593234174
A brand-new collection of 85 easy yet impressive recipes for every meal of the day, from make-ahead lunches to effortless appetizers and showstopping dinners, from America’s favorite home cook
$40.00 US
Oct 20, 2026
7-7/16 x 10
Hardcover
256 Pages
Clarkson Potter
My Little Locomotive Library
My Little Locomotive Library
Premium 15-Book Box Set with Wooden Train and Gift Box Play Track
Tabitha Paige, M.S., CCC-SLP
9781963183955
Give a complete first-words library, wooden toy train, and foldout play track in one extraordinary keepsake gift for babies and toddlers ages 0-3.
$89.99 US
Oct 27, 2026
4 x 19-1/2
Other Formats
270 Pages
Paige Tate & Co
Age 0-3 years
The Correspondent Stationery Set (Boxed Stationery)
The Correspondent Stationery Set (Boxed Stationery)
20 Sheets of Writing Paper, 20 Matching Envelopes, and 24 Envelope Sticker Seals
Virginia Evans
9798217037193
Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestselling novel The Correspondent, this exquisite 20-piece stationery set—complete with two sheets of beautifully designed stickers—invites you to deepen your relationships with others through the lost art of letter writing.
$25.00 US
Oct 06, 2026
6-1/2 x 9-1/2
Cards
20 Pages
Clarkson Potter
The Charcuterie Board Deck
The Charcuterie Board Deck
50 Creative and Stylish Spreads to Share
Meg Quinn
9798217035588
Create irresistible, crowd-pleasing spreads made for sharing with this deck of 50 inspired and elevated, richly satisfying charcuterie boards and snack ideas from the bestselling author of The Cheese Board Deck.
$25.00 US
Oct 13, 2026
5-1/2 x 7-1/2
Cards
52 Pages
Clarkson Potter
Cozy Cafe
Cozy Cafe
Coloring Book for Adults and Kids
Coco Wyo
9798217229284
Welcome to your newest cozy spot! Settle in to a coloring experience filled with good vibes by the beloved coloring book sensation, Coco Wyo!
$9.99 US
Oct 06, 2026
8 x 8
Paperback
96 Pages
Random House Books for Young Readers
Age 7 and up
The Rocky Horror Show: Official Tarot Deck and Guidebook
The Rocky Horror Show: Official Tarot Deck and Guidebook
Titan Books
9781835416778
Let the outrageous fun of Richard O’Brien’s Rocky Horror Show guide your tarot practice with this decadently illustrated tarot deck.
$27.99 US
Oct 13, 2026
3-7/8 x 5-1/4
Cards
78 Pages
Titan Books
Ottolenghi Simple Too
Ottolenghi Simple Too
A Cookbook
Yotam Ottolenghi
9781984860088
For the millions of home cooks who loved Ottolenghi SIMPLE, discover the pleasure of keeping things SIMPLE TOO.
$45.00 US
Oct 06, 2026
7-2/3 x 10-2/3
Hardcover
304 Pages
Ten Speed Press
I Heart Pickles
I Heart Pickles
Suzy Ultman, Suzy Ultman
9798217248391
A pickle-shaped book of appreciation and silliness that looks good enough to read!
$8.99 US
Oct 06, 2026
8-1/2 x 4-1/4
Board Book
18 Pages
Rise x Penguin Workshop
Age 2-4 years
Andy's Bravo Scrapbook
Andy's Bravo Scrapbook
Twenty Years Behind the Scenes of the Real Housewives and the Bravoverse
Andy Cohen
9798217090143
The first-of-its-kind, behind-the-scenes peek at Bravo's iconic Real Housewives reunions and franchises, with EXCLUSIVE, never-shared images from twenty years of Bravo—featuring hilarious recollections from the 5x New York Times bestselling author, Andy Cohen.
$38.00 US
Oct 20, 2026
7-3/8 x 9-1/8
Hardcover
320 Pages
Andy Cohen Books
Coffee, for Here
Coffee, for Here
The Ultimate Handbook for At-Home Coffee Enthusiasts
Morgan Eckroth
9798217035366
Make café-quality coffee at home with this beautiful, hands-on book from U.S. Barista Champion Morgan Eckroth, the creator behind the popular @morgandrinkscoffee.
$30.00 US
Oct 27, 2026
6-1/2 x 9
Hardcover
240 Pages
Clarkson Potter
Sounds of Nature
Sounds of Nature
A Guide to North American Bird and Animal Calls
Patricia Hegarty, Elinor Duffy
9781664352407
Readers ages 3-7 can explore eight beautiful North American habitats through the seasons to discover the amazing birds, insects, and wild animals that inhabit our world. Includes 24 sound buttons with animal, bird, and insect sounds.
$14.99 US
Oct 20, 2026
8-1/2 x 8-1/2
Board Book
16 Pages
Tiger Tales
Age 3-7 years
High Vibe Design
High Vibe Design
Redefining Maximalism
Sasha Bikoff
9798217034048
Embrace abundance in every room of the house with this unapologetically exuberant guide to maximalist decor from interior designer Sasha Bikoff, featuring stunning photographs of the fantastic and inspired homes she creates.
$60.00 US
Oct 13, 2026
9 x 12
Hardcover
304 Pages
Clarkson Potter
The Butter Cookbook
The Butter Cookbook
A complete guide to the ultimate ingredient
Monica Cavarzan
9781923503465
Dip into the world of butter, from its history to its present, and learn about how to make it, how to use it, and most importantly, how to enjoy it.
$40.00 US
Oct 13, 2026
8-1/4 x 10-1/4
Hardcover
235 Pages
Smith Street Books
I Wonder If I'm Growing
I Wonder If I'm Growing
Raffi, Jon Klassen
9781774888858
TWO STARRED REVIEWS! • From one of Raffi’s original fans, Jon Klassen, comes an exploration of one of life’s big questions in this witty picture book adaptation of a beloved song by the iconic musician.
$19.99 US
Oct 20, 2026
7-1/4 x 10
Hardcover
44 Pages
Tundra Books
Age 3-7 years
Just Add Junk
Just Add Junk
A Creative Junk Journal for Scrap Collage & Mixed-Media Play
Megan Roy
9781969889165
Turn everyday scraps into art with a colorful junk journal filled with creative prompts, stickers, and collage materials—plus 120+ open pages to journal, collage, and create your way.
$24.99 US
Oct 06, 2026
6-1/4 x 9
Paperback
176 Pages
Blue Star Press
Après
Après
75+ Cozy Winter Recipes for the Perfect Post-Ski Gathering
Maureen Petrosky
9798217273379
Celebrate the art of gathering after a day on the slopes with more than 75 inviting recipes for delicious cocktails and decadent après snacks.
$24.00 US
Oct 27, 2026
7 x 9
Hardcover
160 Pages
Ten Speed Press
The Little Book With No Pictures
The Little Book With No Pictures
B. J. Novak
9798217242597
Now the youngest book lovers can enjoy the silliness of words! This board book has all the delights and giggles of the mega-bestseller The Book With No Pictures, but its brand-new content is perfect for babies and toddlers.
$10.99 US
Oct 20, 2026
6-1/2 x 7
Board Book
32 Pages
Rocky Pond Books
Age 0-3 years
A Sherlock Holmes Seek & Find Mystery
A Sherlock Holmes Seek & Find Mystery
The Crimes of London
Hannah Riordan, Christopher Sequeira
9781923239456
Help Sherlock Holmes crack the case in this seek and find mystery.
$19.95 US
Oct 13, 2026
8-1/4 x 11-3/7
Hardcover
40 Pages
Smith Street Books
Love and Lemons Pop of Flavor
Love and Lemons Pop of Flavor
100 Saucy, Spicy, Crunchy, Herby, Tangy Recipes for Craveable Everyday Cooking
Jeanine Donofrio
9780593853146
The New York Times bestselling author of the Love & Lemons cookbooks is back with simple, ingenious hacks to level up the flavor in your everyday cooking
$40.00 US
Oct 13, 2026
8 x 10
Hardcover
336 Pages
Avery
Melissa & Doug: The Toy Kitchen Cookbook
Melissa & Doug: The Toy Kitchen Cookbook
Sohui Kim
9798217243402
From #1 toy maker Melissa & Doug comes the first-ever cookbook made solely for young chefs and their toy ingredients—with original recipes by an award-winning chef!
$19.99 US
Oct 13, 2026
8 x 10
Board Book
40 Pages
Rise x Penguin Workshop
Age 2-5 years
Anne Rice: Interview with the Vampire Toile Large Zippered Market Tote Bag
Anne Rice: Interview with the Vampire Toile Large Zippered Market Tote Bag
Out of Print
9798217523580
Anne Rice: Interview with the Vampire Toile large zippered tote bag
$42.00 US
Oct 02, 2026
Merchandise
Out of Print
Bourbon and Rye Cocktails
Bourbon and Rye Cocktails
The History of American Whiskey in 73 Recipes [A Cocktail Recipe Book]
Robert Simonson
9781984863331
Explore the storied history of American whiskey through more than 70 bourbon- and rye-based cocktail recipes, from award-winning author and New York Times and Wall Street Journal cocktail and spirits writer Robert Simonson.
$26.00 US
Oct 13, 2026
6 x 8-1/4
Hardcover
224 Pages
Ten Speed Press
The Pigeon Ultimate Sticker Collection
The Pigeon Ultimate Sticker Collection
DK
9798217312801
Don't let The Pigeon use all the stickers! Join the Pigeon and his friends in this hilarious sticker book with more than 1,000 stickers!
$14.99 US
Oct 27, 2026
8-1/2 x 11
Paperback
72 Pages
DK Children
Age 5-7 years
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