The ThriftBooks Blog

By Barbara Hagen • October 21, 2025

In a world filled with algorithms, ThriftBooks brings the human touch back to holiday shopping. Discover curated gift guides, rare finds, new books, e-Gift Cards, and more—thoughtful gifts from real book lovers.

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By Ashly Moore Sheldon • October 19, 2025

No matter how long our TBR lists get, we're always finding new books we want to add! Here are 23 exciting November releases available for preorder, along with suggestions for similar reads you can enjoy right away. Plus, see what's new or coming soon in paperback.  

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By Ashly Moore Sheldon • October 15, 2025

Holiday romances go down as easily as our favorite festive drinks. But, like the drinks, there are a range of options available. Do you prefer a love story that's sweet like hot chocolate or something a bit more spicy like rum-spiked cider? Pick your pleasure with one of these nineteen charming new releases.

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By Megan Mabee • October 12, 2025

Ever wonder why the ocean can feel both thrilling and terrifying? Jaws forever changed the way we see the sea, turning calm waves into a stage for suspense and awe. Explore how Spielberg’s classic sparked our fascination with what lurks beneath the surface and discover six gripping aquatic reads that capture the same pulse-pounding magic.

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By Ashly Moore Sheldon • October 07, 2025

Inexplicable events and twisted relationships. Doomed places and haunted spaces. An impending sense of doom permeates the pages of good horror novels. Are you ready for it? Here are twenty new and soon-to-be-released titles bound to send chills down your spine.

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By Ashly Moore Sheldon • October 05, 2025

As we welcome the month ahead, we're shining a light on notable and acclaimed October-born authors. We're delighted to celebrate them and their beloved works of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, theater, and more. 

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By Ashly Moore Sheldon • September 29, 2025

Treat your October-born friends and family to a bookish birthday! Did you know you can schedule ThriftBooks e-Gift Cards to be delivered on a specific date? Or If you'd rather give your October buddies something special, we've put together a list of some of the hottest titles of the month.

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By Ashly Moore Sheldon • September 25, 2025

Dark romances take readers on a wild ride. They feature relationships that are spicy, messy, and twisted. The characters at the center of these love stories can be complex and morally ambiguous. They're not for everyone, but if your curiosity is piqued, read on to learn more about the genre and get our recommendations for eleven titillating titles. 

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By Ashly Moore Sheldon • September 21, 2025

No matter how full our TBR shelves get, we're always finding new books we want to find space for! Here are 22 exciting October releases available for preorder, along with suggestions for similar reads you can enjoy right away. Plus, see what's new or coming soon in paperback.

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By Ashly Moore Sheldon • September 14, 2025

We live in uncertain times. Cozy literature may just be the antidote, transporting us to a gentler, more charming place. That's why we're excited to introduce the Cozy Corner, your source for all things cozy. Here's a run-down of the various types of comfort reads you can sink into in the rapidly expanding cozy-verse. 

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