Our October Picks are Here!

Our Monthly Fiction Pick
Things in Jars 
Jess Kidd
“Bridie Devine, a flame-haired, no-nonsense sleuth in Victorian London, is on a mission to find a missing girl. But this is no ordinary missing child and Bridie is no ordinary woman. What starts as a mystery quickly turns into an unequivocally spellbinding tale featuring a cast of characters as enthralling and engaging as 19th-century London itself. Written with breathtakingly beautiful descriptions, this adventurous novel is not to be missed.”—Shannon D, Fiction Buyer
“This book has EVERYTHING! A Victorian lady detective! Ghosts! Long lost loves! Circus freaks! Mermaids! Friendships! Rivalries! Action! Seriously though, this book is packed with a lot of heart and interesting characters.”—Marie C, Bookseller, B&N Home Office

Our Monthly Mystery & Thriller Pick
The Chain 
Adrian McKinty
“A mother is told to kidnap another parent’s child if she wants to see her own kidnapped child ever again. And so it goes: The Chain. The terrifying premise alone is worth the read … and once you are fully involved with the story, you’re led through a maze that leaves you wondering if the protagonists will ever make their way out. Truly a nail-biter that will pull you in from start to finish.” —Jules H, Mystery & Thriller Buyer
“The Chain is a terrific thriller that you can finish in one sitting. Set the rest of your day aside when you begin this book because it’s that good!”—Eric S, Bookseller, Cedar Hill, TX

Our Monthly Nonfiction Pick
The Seine: The River That Made Paris
Elaine Sciolino
“Former Paris bureau chief of The New York Times, Elaine Sciolino, dives deep into the history, the mystery and the intimacy of this 483-mile estuary river—the source of pride amongst the French and the endless fascination of people worldwide. Truth be told, it’s one of the most romantic rivers anywhere, and the lovely way Sciolino describes the Seine can only be described as true affection. It is a delightful read that can be consumed bit by bit or in one bite. It is armchair-travel writing at its finest, but it’s clearly a look into Sciolino’s heart.”—Edward A, Lifestyle Buyer
“A love letter to one of our planet’s most storied rivers. I was completely entranced by this book.”—Alisa S, Bookseller, B&N Home Office

Our Monthly YA Pick
Jackpot
Nic Stone
“Stone has hit the nail on the head again, deftly intertwining tough topics like race and class privilege while still maintaining much of the lightness of a classic YA rom-com. Funny, clever and thought-provoking all at once, with a diverse cast of characters you can’t help but love.”— Stephanie P, YA Buyer
“Jackpot – I loved this book! Rico is a high schooler trying to make it through while supporting her mom and brother and falling in like with the cutest boy in school. It speaks to race, socioeconomic issues and what it’s like to be a teenager yearning for more, no matter what issues you face.”—Allyson G, Bookseller, B&N Home Office

Our Monthly Young Reader Pick
Nightbooks 
J.A. White
“Alex loves all things spooky and scary, but what happens when he gets trapped in a real-life nightmare? After being lured into a neighboring apartment by a young witch, he teams up with fellow prisoner Yasmin to find a way out of the enchanted home while also writing scary stories to keep the witch (and apartment) entertained. Peppered with Alex’s chilling short stories, this fun tale is the perfect read for ‘spooky season’ (or any season for that matter).”— Stephanie P, Young Reader Buyer
“A creative and fresh take on storytelling with a frightful, creepy storyline. With hints of fantasy and folklore throughout, Nightbooks is a perfect read for any middle-grade fan who craves forbidding fairy tales.”—Scott B, Bookseller, B&N Home Office