This October there are a host of new releases ready to explore. Whatever you enjoy in a book, there’s something here to capture your imagination, spark curiosity, or simply brighten a quiet afternoon.
Whether you are on the search for a whodunnit or some nail-biting thrillers, these books are the perfect October reads.
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October 2025 New Book ReleasesÂ
Whether you’re picking up a single book or planning to dive into a few, this month promises plenty to offer. Get ready for Halloween with these dark reads and embrace the autumn vibes.
The Hollowing by Tony Marturano
Lillian Ashcroft arrived at the remote coastal town of Cauldfreet with the hope of escaping her humiliation. She takes her refuge in a gift shop that is carved into the cliff face that she hopes to turn into ghost walks and lantern-lit tours for tourists. The moors around Cauldfreet however, are not for the faint of heart. They are filled with harrowing secrets and superstitions.
As snow begins to fall, the town prepares for the Hollowing, a midwinter festival that is meant to keep the dead at bay. Yet now, the protections are waning. The Hollowing has begun, and the past is no longer a memory. It is hungry and needs a place to grow.
For a supernatural and dark fantasy story, read The Hollowing by Tony Marturano now.
Publication date: October 4th, 2025
What a Way to Go by Bella Mackie
This is an uproarious and satirical whodunnit about people behaving badly. When Anthony Wistern died, he expected his family to make more of a fuss. While the Wisterns are more concerned about the fate of their money rather than the late Anthony, Olivia Wistern has her work cut out. She isn’t about to let the opportunity to be a sure-to-smash crime podcaster go to waste, not when the murder was committed yards away. She’ll make her own fortune, whatever it takes.
For a story filled with dark humour and amateur sleuths, read What a Way to Go by Bella Mackie now.
Publication date: October 7th, 2025
Broken House by Louisa Scarr
PC Lucy Halliday and her police dog Moss are called to assist in the search for Lauren Shaw and it doesn’t take long to find remains. A strange feeling hangs over the house, Lauren’s husband never returns there and her sister is struggling to hide something. However, with DCI Jack Ellis leading the case, their friendship is on a knife edge. Can Lucy and Jack put their issues behind them and uncover the truth for this case?
Read the next installment of PC Lucy Halliday with Broken House by Louisa Scarr.
Want to catch up on the series before you dive into the latest release? Go back to where it started with Book 1 Gallows Wood.
Publication date: October 16th, 2025
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