Get Ready to Celebrate November!

Schedule e-Gift Cards and peruse the month's most giftable books

Got any November-born friends and family to celebrate this month? Treat your loved ones to a bookish birthday! (Or any other type of celebration, for that matter!) Choose something special for your November nearest and dearest from our roundup of some of the hottest titles of the month, like Wings: The Story of a Band, Paul McCartney's new book chronicling the madcap story of his 1970s follow-up to The Beatles.

New November-specific e-Gift Card design!

If you'd prefer to go with ThriftBooks e-Gift Cards for your offerings, choose from an assortment of fun designs, including our new month-specific birthday e-gift cards to be delivered on the day of your choosing. Purchase now and schedule for delivery on your recipient's special day. The process is quick and easy. This is a great way to get all your monthly birthday shopping done in one fell swoop!   

September's best gifting books

Here are some of the reads that are currently getting rave reviews from a range of readers.

Fiction finds

• The Intruder by Freida McFadden—It's a dark and stormy night and there's a young girl standing outside your house. Should you let her in? Find out in this riveting new thriller from the author of The Housemaid.
• Mate by Ali Hazelwood—In this companion novel to Bride, Human hybrid Serena Paris and Alpha Were Koen Alexander claw against the bonds of fate.
• Cry Havoc by Jack Carr—This explosive new thriller introduces young Navy SEAL Tom Reece (father to James Reece!) navigating war and civil unrest amidst the jungles of Vietnam in 1968.
• Twice by Mitch Albom—Alfie Logan is a man who has the ability to live any moment a second time. The catch: he must accept the consequences for better or worse.
• The King's Ransom by Janet Evanovich—The action-packed and steamy sequel to The Recovery Agent takes readers on a global hunt in pursuit of missing masterpieces.

Nonfiction gems

• Last Rites by Ozzy Osbourne—Unflinching, brutally honest, and surprisingly life-affirming, this no-holds-barred account charts the health crisis that interrupted the late, great heavy metal icon's farewell tour.
• Future Boy by Michael J. Fox—In this poignant, heartfelt, and funny memoir, the actor recalls 1985, as he simultaneously played the iconic roles of Alex P. Keaton and Marty McFly.
• Sitting With Dogs by Rocky Kanaka—From the pet-rescue advocate (and social media star), comes a collection of heartwarming stories about helping abandoned dogs find their forever homes.
• Vagabond by Tim Curry—This memoir is a celebration of the Tony Award-nominated actor's work, and a testament to his profound impact on the entertainment industry.
• Hostage by Eli Sharabi—A survivor of 491 days in Hamas captivity recounts the harrowing ordeal of his abduction, the loss of his wife and daughters, and his unyielding will to survive.

Winsome picture books

• The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt, illustrated by Oliver Jeffers—This hilarious installment of The Crayons series celebrates creativity and self-expression. (Ages 3–7)
• The Snow Thief by Alice Hemming, illustrated by Nicola Slater—It's winter and Squirrel and Bird are back! But just as Squirrel starts to get used to the snow, it disappears. Is there a snow thief on the loose? (Ages 4–8)
• Whodonut? by Josh Funk, illustrated by Brendan Kearney—It's Holiday Eve as Lady Pancake & Sir French Toast gather for the first reading of Agatha Crispy's newest Miss Maple book. (Ages 4–8)
• Buffalo, Fluffalo, and Puffalo by Bess Kalb, illustrated by Erin Kraan—Buffalo Fluffalo has had enuffalo when his quiet prairie life is turned upside down by the arrival of his new sibling. (Ages 4–8)
• Seven Ways Through the Woods by Jenn Reese, illustrated by Devin Elle Kurtz—Are you brave? Are you curious? Are you ready for an adventure? Then you're invited on this most magical of journeys. (Ages 4–8)

Middle-grade goodies

• Cabin Head and Tree Head by Scott Campbell—Laugh your head off with this good-natured graphic novel series featuring a best friend duo like no other. It's Frog and Toad for a new generation of readers. (Ages 6–9)
• War Games by Alan Gratz—From the bestselling author of Refugee and Heroes comes this heart-pounding story of a young gymnast at the 1936 Berlin Olympics. (Ages 8–12)
• The Wheel of the Year by Fiona Cook, illustrated by Jessica Roux—A beautifully illustrated, interactive guide to ancient, nature-based holidays and customs. (Ages 8–12)
• The Complete Baking Book for Young Chefs by America's Test Kitchen Kids—One hundred plus kid-tested baking recipes. (Ages 8–12)
• The Court of the Dead by Rick Riordan and Mark Oshiro—In the second Nico di Angelo Adventure, Nico and Will travel to camp Jupiter to help Nico's half-sister Hazel with an influx of reformed monsters. (Ages 10–14)

YA winners

• You've Found Oliver by Dustin Thao—Fall in love all over again with Oliver's story in the hotly-anticipated companion novel to You've Reached Sam. (Ages 12 and up)
• Bitten by Jordan Stephanie Gray—Twilight meets Powerless in this fast-paced romantasy debut, in which a teenage girl sets out to exact revenge on the monsters who destroyed her. (Ages 14–18)
• Fake Skating by Lynn Painter—A heartfelt and banter-filled rom-com about childhood sweethearts whose icy reunion in their hockey-loving hometown unexpectedly thaws when they fake a romance. (Ages 14 and up)
• The Scammer by Tiffany D. Jackson—When Jordyn’s college roommate moves her ex-con brother into their dorm room, things get dicey. (Ages 14 and up)
• An Embroidery of Souls by Ruby Martínez—Jade can manipulate souls with the tug of a thread. Now she must team up with Lukas, a boy with a soul as bright as the universe to stop a deadly creature in this lush, Mexican- and German-inspired romantasy. (Ages 14 and up)

Culinary keepers

• Padma's All American by Padma Lakshmi—This joyful collection is a love letter to the every-day evolution of American cuisine and a road map to the foods that give America its vibrant palate, from one of our most essential culinarians.
• Dorie's Anytime Cakes by Dorie Greenspan—From a James Beard Award-winning author comes this collection of recipes for simple yet unforgettable cakes, like Buttermilk Plum Cake and The Devil's Chocolate Cake.
• A School Lunch Revolution by Alice Waters—The mother of the farm-to-table movement, Waters went on to found the Edible Schoolyard Project. This book presents a collection of versatile recipes for affordable, simple, and delicious dishes that will appeal to children and adults alike.
• Party People: A Cookbook for Creative Celebrations by Courtney McBroom and Brie Larson—Celebrate any occasion and create meaningful connections with the ones you love. Go forth and party with recipes like Old Pal cocktails, Cheesy Jenga Bread, and Dueling Roast Chicken.
• Turtle Island: Foods and Traditions of the Indigenous Peoples of North America by Sean Sherman—Learn to eat with the seasons, consume meat and fish nose-to-tail and focus on plant-forward dishes with delicious recipes like Charred Rainbow Trout with Grilled Ramps and Sweet Corn Pudding with Woodland Berry Sauce.

Special editions

• He Knows When You're Awake by Alta Hensley—This Christmas, it's all about getting what you really want with this Deluxe Paperback Edition of the dark billionaire stalker romance sequel to He Sees You When You're Sleeping.
• The Shadow of the Gods by John Gwynne—Get the Deluxe Limited Edition of this epic Norse-inspired fantasy featuring stenciled sprayed edges, a new introduction from the author, and more. Special Editions are also available for the rest of the trilogy: The Hunger of the Gods and The Fury of the Gods.
• Brimstone by Callie Hart—The stunning Limited Deluxe Edition of the sequel to Quicksilver features metallic edges, gorgeous cover effects, designed endpapers, and a stamped foil case.
• Everything I Know About Love by Dolly Alderton—The exclusive Fifth Anniversary Edition hardcover of this beloved bestseller features a new introduction from the author and pink-stained edges.
• Leather & Lark by Brynne Weaver—A stunning hardcover Collector's Edition of the second book in the bestselling Ruinous Love Trilogy features a new deluxe package with foil stamping, sprayed metallic edges, illustrated endpapers, a letter from the author, and more.

Happy, happy birthday to all the November babies! Whether you're celebrating a loved one or yourself, we hope you find something perfect here at ThriftBooks to bookify the occasion!

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