There are many books which publish each month which I sort through to find the books I’d most like to read. Here are my Can’t Miss Book Releases for October 2023. I hope this list can help you find your next great read!! Click on the book’s cover to read the full synopsis and/or add it to your Goodreads shelf!
Publishing The Week of October 2:
When Iris relocates to New York City for a fresh start, she stumbles upon a family-run gelateria that may hold the key to her mother’s past. As she becomes entangled in their lives, including a budding romance with Gio, the secret behind the beloved gelato recipe becomes a delicate thread that could unravel everything she’s come to cherish in her newfound life.
“Maybe Once, Maybe Twice” is a novel that explores the complexities of second chances and self-discovery in Maggie Vine’s life, as two different past flames, Garrett and Asher, resurface just as she turns 35, leading to a tangled web of romance, career opportunities, and personal growth.
Sunny, Arianna, and Molly find themselves trapped in the chaos of terrible Christmases, but when they decide to extend the holiday season into an entire year, they embark on a hilarious and heartwarming journey filled with cooking disasters, over-the-top festivities, and a quest for the true meaning of Christmas—all year long.
Natalie Shepherd returns to Shelter Springs, her hometown, after a heart-wrenching loss, only to find solace and unexpected love as she helps her sister prepare for Christmas at the family inn. But as she reconnects with her first crush, Griffin, she must confront the secrets he holds about her brother’s tragic accident and learn to trust in the possibility of a brighter future.
Publishing the Week of October 9:
Sasha, overwhelmed by corporate life and burnout, seeks solace at a seaside resort but finds herself sharing it with a grumpy stranger named Finn. As they navigate their own paths to recovery, mysterious messages on the beach force them to confront their burnout and rediscover their passions, all while an undeniable connection sparks between them.
Chloe’s holiday plans take an unexpected turn when a mysterious heir hunter offers her a chance at a Canadian adventure, prompting her to embrace a snowy forest, a charming lumberjack, and a season full of surprises.
Publishing The Week of October 23:
When Katherine’s concussion forces her to rely on her ex-husband Tom during a snowy holiday travel ordeal, their turbulent journey reignites old emotions, complicating Tom’s plan to propose to his girlfriend on Christmas Eve.
In the tranquil village of Nelson’s Bar, Maddy’s life takes an unexpected turn when a stranger, Raff, arrives with forgotten love letters, unraveling family secrets. As their romance blossoms, a mysterious message from the past leaves Maddy questioning the distance between her present and her hidden history.
Publishing The Week of October 30:
In this heartwarming holiday rom-com, Zoey Andrews, a Christmas-loving film director, faces a frosty challenge as she tries to convince the charming yet grumpy mayor, Benoît Deschamps, to allow her to shoot her festive movie in his idyllic town. Will the magic of Christmas thaw their icy standoff and make Zoey’s holiday wish come true?
In a tale of perseverance and rediscovered hope, Imogen Finch, plagued by a lifetime of failed relationships, embarks on a quest to break her ‘second place curse’ with the help of her long-lost crush, Eliot Swift, in a heartwarming journey of friendship and second chances at love.
So there you have it! Can’t Miss Book Releases for October 2023! Did I help you find a book or two to add to your 2023 reading list? Let me know in the comments!
As always, I hope that you have a wonderful day!
Jonetta | Blue Mood Café
Lots of Christmas books for your challenge, Jodie💜
thathappyreader
Yes! October is peak publishing time for holiday books! And I love them…
ER LeVar
Oof, all the Christmas stuff! I know why it needs to come out now (people need to get ready for the season, yeah?), but I’m 100% in spooky mode at the moment!
thathappyreader
I like the occasional thriller but love holiday books!
Rolé @ Hooked By That Book
All the Christmas-y books coming. I love those covers. I still haven’t read the Christmas books from last year’s list.
thathappyreader
The covers are so much fun!
Yvonne @ It's All About Books
Great selection! Lots of Christmas themed books to look forward to.
thathappyreader
I agree Yvonne! Thanks for reading.
Lux G.
And here I am not even done with my September list yet. Lol!
thathappyreader
That’s okay! I’m not yet either!
Sarah Collins
Great list – I have my eye on Imogen Finch!
Love all the Christmas reads – getting close now!
thathappyreader
Thanks Sarah! I hope we both enjoy Imogen Finch!
Lisa Mandina (Lisa Loves Literature)
Definitely a few on here I have on my TBR. I’m also in the mood to start my holiday reading now too! lol
thathappyreader
I look forward to reading your holiday book reviews Lisa!
Carla
I have a few of these on my pending list, but will read them eventually.
thathappyreader
I hope we both enjoy them Carla!