October is here, and our TBR is looking positively haunted. 👻 Joe is joined by his coworker Nahomy to talk about the new books coming out in October 2026, from creepy haunted houses and witchy fantasy to vampires, horror graphic novels, dark mysteries and stories that will have you sleeping with the lights on. Whether you're looking for your next spooky horror read, a magical fantasy adventure or a creepy thriller to curl up with this fall, we've got your October new book radar covered. Plus, we're sharing a few honorable mentions and unexpected picks to round out your reading list. Find your next favorite read with Book Lounge by Libby, powered by libraries and made for readers. Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Book recommendations: Nahomy’s Picks:   The House Built on Alligator Bones – Sophia Huneycutt   Legends & Lattes: The Graphic Novel – Travis Baldree, adapted – Samuel Sattin, Illustrated – Shanti Rittgers and Sarah Webb  Peck & Peck – Bonnie Garmus  Until the Last Light Goes Out – Courtney Gould  A Court of Splintered Harmony – Sarah J. Maas  Look What the Cat Dragged In – Jason Rekulak  When the World Was Happy – Benjamin Alire Sáenz Joe’s Picks: Honorable mentions:  Stagtown vol. 1 – Punko   The Sea Witch Prophecy – Claribel A. Ortega   The Tarot Trials – Katee Robert   The Memory of Borrowed Books – Meg Anderson  Episode picks:   Solace House – Will Maclean  Carrying – Samantha Josephs  Bruja’s Nest – Brenda LaTorre  When the Night Comes Knocking – Katherine Daniel  The Chain House – JH Markert  Dive Bar at the End of the Road – Kelley Armstrong  Please Enjoy Your Stay – Tara Goedjen  Night of the Mallrats – Nicolina Torres  Fangs and All – Tas Mukanik Who’s in this episode:   Joe – Instagram  Nahomy - Instagram Time stamps: Enjoying the show? Follow Book Lounge by Libby, leave a rating or review, and watch every episode on the Libby App YouTube channel. Find us on Libbylife.com/booklounge Got a book recommendation, dream guest or just want to say hi? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected]. Looking for Book Lounge merch? Visit Plot Threads.  Library friends: Add episodes of Book Lounge by Libby to your digital collection for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. You can also purchase the titles featured in today's episode in OverDrive Marketplace. Browse our cumulative reading list for the season: https://marketplace.overdrive.com/Marketplace/OneCopyOneUserAndMeteredAccess/SuggestedList/41378  Today's featured books: https://marketplace.overdrive.com/Marketplace/OneCopyOneUserAndMeteredAccess/SuggestedList/41715  Happy Reading!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices