Although spring can be the harbinger of newness and renewal, fall has other beginnings – the start of the new school year, the inevitable return of pumpkin spice, the launch of new television shows and , of course, a whole host of new books to read. To double down on newness and breathe new life into the season usually associated with decadence and dreaded family reunions, we’ve rounded up some of the best books from newbie authors who made their mark this fall.
From animal-centric stories to fresh takes on the genre of horror and androids versus octopuses (you read that right), this list promises to bring a dose of excitement to the sleepy days of fall.
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