October 2025 Staff Recommendations
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A chilling haunted house story filled with family drama and buried secrets. When influencer Clio Barnes inherits her childhood home, she plans to flip it—but the house holds dark memories, unsettling truths from her mother’s writings, and a sinister presence.
Can Clio confront the terrifying legacy of her family home before it consumes her? A suspenseful, twist-filled read you won’t want to put down!

A gritty cat-and-mouse thriller set in the Louisiana bayou. A calculating serial killer obsessed with medical experimentation taunts investigators, while forensic pathologist Dr. Wren Muller faces her toughest case yet.
Told from the alternating perspectives of predator and pursuer, this chilling debut dives deep into obsession, brutality, and the relentless hunt for justice.

Former president and ex–Navy SEAL Matthew Keating must rescue his teenage daughter Melanie after she’s kidnapped by a ruthless madman. A high-stakes, action-packed thriller testing his courage, skills, and resolve.

This New York Times bestseller exposes how U.S. schools were designed to uphold racial hierarchies, shaping Black and Native children for unequal futures. Ewing explores curricula, testing, discipline, and resource gaps in a powerful, eye-opening look at American education.

Healer Anja drinks poison to save the incurable, but her skills are tested when the King’s daughter, Snow, falls gravely ill. With a taciturn guard, a mischievous cat, and her scientific expertise, Anja uncovers a hidden magical realm that may hold the cure—or a deadly threat.
A tale of magic, danger, and moral dilemmas that will keep you hooked until the last page.

A heartwarming, national bestseller picture book about Ember, a tiny dragon whose roar is more sneeze than fearsome. When Ember meets a kind baker, he learns that earning gold through kindness and sharing is far sweeter than hoarding it.
Filled with magic, humor, and delightful illustrations, perfect for read-alouds at bedtime or brunch time.

In 1765, Alba Díaz seeks refuge in her fiancé’s remote silver mine during a plague, only to be haunted by visions, convulsions, and a sinister force. Forbidden desire ignites with the one man she cannot trust, and survival means confronting both the demon within and the darkness around her.
An atmospheric gothic tale of love and horror, perfect for fans of Silvia Moreno-Garcia.

Beloved social media star Edith Galvez shares approachable, flavorful recipes inspired by her Mexican-American heritage—from quick weeknight meals to Huevos Rancheros and Mexican Tiramisu. A joyful debut celebrating family, culture, and cooking made simple.

An international bestseller and #BookTok favorite, this transformative guide uncovers why we self-sabotage and how to break the cycle. Through emotional intelligence, healing past wounds, and reshaping habits, Brianna Wiest shows that the real mountain isn’t the obstacles around us—it’s the one within.

Mariah Carey’s 16th studio album blends pop, R&B, gospel, and hip-hop, featuring 11 new tracks—including a cover of Paul McCartney’s “My Love” and an exclusive Mariah-only version of “Sugar Sweet.” Guest appearances include Anderson Paak and the Clark Sisters, with top producers like The Stereotypes and HARV.

Shay’s Staff Pick: Killer’s Kiss (Fear Street, No. 42) by R.L. Stine
At Shadyside High, rivals Delia and Karina compete for grades, popularity, and Vincent—the hottest guy in school. Karina will do anything to win, even putting Delia in danger. Packed with suspense, twists, and teen drama, this Fear Street installment proves some rivalries are truly lethal.

The latest chapter in New Line Cinema’s iconic horror franchise returns to Death’s deadly game. College student Stefanie must confront the one person who can break the cycle before her family faces a grisly fate. Packed with suspense, twists, and signature thrills, Bloodlines is a chilling ride for horror fans.
