Your Weekly Book Buzz
Here’s your weekly need-to-know for books, reading, libraries, and everything in between.
📚 Newest Announcements
What Rebecca Yarros Hopes Readers Take Away From Her New Book
The companion novel to the bestselling author’s hit ‘Empyrean’ series is now available.
The 6th ACOTAR Book is Just Weeks Away
The October release marks Maas' first "ACOTAR" book since "A Court of Silver Flames," published in 2021.
2026 National Book Finalists Have Dropped
The National Book Awards were established in 1950 to celebrate the best writing in the United States and are administered by the National Book Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting American literature.Reads to Hold You Over:
Threshing Day
by Rebecca Yarros
Threshing Day is a collection of 13 short stories set in the Empyrean/Fourth Wing world. It’s a companion to the main series and it is best read after Onyx Storm, as it contains spoilers.
A Court of Thorns and Roses
by Sarah J. Maas
If ACOTAR has somehow escaped your TBR, consider this your sign. Start with A Court of Thorns and Roses now because A Court of Splintered Harmony lands October 27. You’ve got some catching up to do.
Dèy
by Edwidge Danticat
After looking at some of the National Book Award nominees, I'll be adding this one to my TBR. Dèy follows a woman whose life changes after witnessing a random act of violence and explores themes of family, identity, immigration, and grief.
🎬 Page to Screen
Carrie Is Back. And This Time, She's a Series.
Stephen King’s Carrie gets a new eight-episode adaptation from Mike Flanagan, now streaming on Prime Video.
Verity Debuted No. 1 At the Box Office
Verity won the weekend box office, and it made back its budget worldwide in three days.
We're Headed to Thayer, Readers!
Ana Huang just gave fans a major Twisted TV adaptation update: the pilot script is officially in her hands. Netflix is adapting all four books in the BookTok-famous series.
And remember: your library card may also unlock Kanopy through your public library. *availability may vary
Find Out if the Book is Better:
Twisted Love
by Ana Huang
⭐ In the Spotlight
8 Celebrity Book Club Picks to Check Out, Literally
Oprah picked it. Reese read it. Your library probably has it.
Tyler Childers’ Latest Book Club Pick
The Hickman Holler Reading Club is reading a true classic for October.
Star-Studded Recs for Your TBR:
Partita
by Barbara Kingsolver
Jenna picked it, and your library has it. Find Partita in Jenna's Faves in Libby's in-app collection.
📱 BookTok Told Me
Want to know what's making the BookTok rounds right now? Follow the Libby App on TikTok.
Titles on your FYP:
The Witch
by Freida McFadden
🏛️ Library News
Banned Books Week is Now Through Oct. 10
See ALA’s list of the 150 most banned books of the last 35 years.
The Beloved Library Icon, Arthur, Turns 30
PBS and library kids everywhere celebrate 30 years of the book to screen series.
Library Funding Could Be on Your Ballot This November
The American Library Association has resources to help libraries and communities stay informed and engaged ahead of election season. Learn more about voter engagement, library issues on the ballot, and how to participate.
❤️ From Libby
From treasure hunts and lost worlds to quests, monsters and impossible missions, adventure has always been one of the biggest reading pleasures around. But what happens when the genre collides with modern sci fi, fantasy and the wildest corners of contemporary storytelling?
October is National Cookbook Month
Take our quiz to see what you should be cooking up next!
Try these three Libby tips for a more restful night's sleep.
And that’s the buzz!
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Published Sep 24, 2026
Last Updated Oct 08, 2026
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