Blog by the Book Match team
Although the days are growing shorter, autumn in California still offers plenty of sunshine, making it easy to fall into a new book, whether you’re reading indoors or outdoors. Check out the suggested lists below and indulge your sweet tooth with a kid-friendly story featuring different treats, or start a fiber arts project with a book on knitting or crochet.
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Calling all Swifties! Taylor Swift's new album drops on October 3. This list includes picks for Swifties of all ages. While you wait for the new music, read all things Swiftie to get you READY FOR IT!
There's no better season than autumn for grabbing a blanket, a cozy drink and a spicy read. Pick up one of these brand-new and upcoming romances this fall!
No tricks here! This October, get ready for Halloween with the sweetest treat of all: a frightfully fun new read.
This fall, why not check out books written by Native American authors? November is Native American Heritage Month, and you can get a head start on some amazing reading selections now. The following books are newly published from 2024-2025 and are a combination of cookbooks, history, memoir, mysteries, horror, and more from indigenous authors.
It's the spookiest time of year! Get ready for Halloween season with these new scary stories for ages 9-12.
Fall is a great time of year to pick up a ball of yarn and some needles! Learn a new skill or find your next project with these knitting and crochet instructional books.
This year, the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival takes place on October 6th. Learn more about this Chinese harvest festival by reading one of these sweet picture books about the moon, and maybe enjoy some moon cakes yourself!
Alameda County Library invites everyone to learn about and celebrate Diwali with these books for children you can check out with your library card. "Diwali is the Indian “festival of lights,” celebrating the triumph of good over evil. In 2025, Diwali begins on Monday, October 20, with celebrations continuing into Tuesday, October 21. Learn more about this holiday, which follows the lunar calendar—what each day represents, the delicious foods, and the fascinating traditions." (Almanac)
Get ready for a sweet story time! These picture books are filled with cookies, candies, and other delicious treats that add a sprinkle of fun to every page.
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