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Fresh Fiction October 22, 2026 |
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Other Worlds Than These: A Talisman Novel
by Stephen King
Other Worlds Than These is the epic conclusion to the Talisman Trilogy by Stephen King and Peter Straub, bringing back the beloved protagonist Jack Sawyer. Now older, Jack must stop a dangerous gang of infected teenagers and the mysterious forces of the Gullet from destroying Mid-World, Earth, and all other worlds. As his allies grow divided and his mission becomes nearly impossible, Jack faces a thrilling adventure filled with danger, heart, and humor. Featuring connections to King’s Dark Tower series and exclusive black-and-white illustrations by Gabriel Rodriguez, the novel offers an unforgettable experience for longtime fans and new readers alike. Can be read as a stand-alone novel.
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Sophie, Standing There
by Meg Mason
Sophie Pattison loves books and once had a fulfilling life with a beloved husband, a lifelong best friend, a close brother, and a dream job at a book festival. However, since Christmas, her relationships have fallen apart, leaving her isolated and on the verge of losing her job. She finds comfort in rediscovering an author whose novels become a source of solace and companionship. As Sophie dreams of meeting this author, she discovers the possibility of an unexpected connection that could feel like friendship, love, and a path toward rediscovering herself.
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I'll Be Watching You
by Allison Brennan
Private investigator Margo Angelhart is determined to uncover the truth behind her father Cooper’s confession to a murder she believes he did not commit. When a former nurse offers a promising lead but is found brutally murdered, Margo’s investigation takes a dangerous turn. Her father’s sudden transfer to an out-of-state prison forces her mother to reveal the secret behind his false confession. Now, the Angelhart family must expose a deadly conspiracy involving powerful people who will stop at nothing to protect their secrets.
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Hollywood, Ending
by John Green
Hollywood, Ending by John Green follows rising actors Kai Laramie and Juniper Castillo as they land roles in a highly anticipated Andy Warhol biopic. As the film’s popularity grows, their careers and budding romance flourish while bringing unexpected pressures and challenges. Told from both characters’ perspectives, the novel explores fame, celebrity culture, and the struggle to discover one’s identity amid constant public attention. Tender, funny, and heartbreaking, the story examines the tension between public and private life and the courage it takes to pursue authentic love.
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The Family Cross: An Alex Cross Thriller
by James Patterson
Alex Cross, a brilliant psychologist and dedicated FBI and DC Metro Police investigator, faces a series of baffling murders that lead him into Washington, DC’s dangerous criminal underworld. As he pursues the killer, he must also navigate a family crisis that threatens his personal life. His investigation pushes him closer to uncovering a dark truth that could force him to break a promise to his beloved Nana Mama. With everything he holds dear at stake, Alex must confront deadly dangers that could cost him everything.
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Paper Ghosts
by Sarah Addison Allen
Paper Ghosts is a magical, romantic tale about the Wester women of North Carolina, whose family home holds decades of secrets, grief, and mystery. In 1976, young Willamena Wester falls in love with a stranded musician, but a life-changing decision alters her future and shapes the family’s legacy. In the present day, her estranged granddaughter, Bailey, returns home and begins uncovering the truths behind her family’s troubled past. Blending ghostly elements, magical realism, and Southern charm, the novel explores how love, forgiveness, and understanding the past can help us find our way forward.
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Fury in Death
by J. D. Robb
Lieutenant Eve Dallas investigates the brutal murder of wealthy biotech executive Larry Chu, whose death suggests an unusually strong and dangerously angry killer. Recognizing the personal rage behind the violence, Dallas draws on her own traumatic past to understand the possible motive. As she uncovers suspicious offshore finances and the secrets of Chu’s profit-driven company, she realizes the case is more complicated than it first appeared. With additional victims emerging, Dallas must unravel a web of deception and uncover the truth behind the killer’s fury.
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Touchdown in Brazil
by Omar Tyree
Touchdown in Brazil by Omar Tyree follows three very different fathers who come together in São Paulo for the historic first NFL game in South America. Tony Costa, an Eagles fan struggling with financial troubles, travels alone, while Packers fan Arthur Braddock and local restaurant owner Mario Gabriel Santos da Silva share the experience with their families. As the men bond over football, food, and family, Tony begins reflecting on his own strained relationships and the choices that have distanced him from his loved ones. This uplifting, multicultural story explores the universal power of sports, the meaning of true success, and the importance of family connections.
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