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Happy October! A new month means a fresh slate of shows, movies, and books to obsess over. From spooky adaptations and highly anticipated original series to exciting new novels from bestselling authors, we've narrowed down the month's packed entertainment calendar to the six titles that deserve a spot on your list.
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New & Returning October Shows You Won't Want To Miss
October's TV lineup has a little bit of everything, from the latest MCU chapter to a chilling book-to-screen adaptation just in time for Halloween. Here are the shows worth making time for this month.
Carrie
Streaming Oct. 7 on Prime Video
A bullied teenager discovers she has terrifying telekinetic powers while living under the control of her domineering mother. Stephen King’s Carrie has been adapted several times, but horror legend Mike Flanagan (The Haunting of Hill House) now has an entire series to explore her tragic story. The first two episodes premiered at Fantastic Fest to glowing early reactions.
VisionQuest
Streaming Oct. 14 on Disney+
Vision (Paul Bettany) goes on the run with a mysterious teenager who might be his reincarnated son, all while confronting AI versions of himself buried in his own code. The MCU may have lost some momentum with fans lately, but the return of James Spader as Ultron in this WandaVision spinoff is enough to reignite some superhero excitement.
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Hotel Hugo NY
The Vibe: Classic meets contemporary
The Location: New York City
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Tucked between SoHo and the Hudson River, Hotel Hugo NY epitomizes contemporary luxury in New York City. Designed by world-renowned architect Marcello Pozzi, all 122 rooms seamlessly blend high-end sophistication with a laid-back feel. Conquer your NYC bucket list at Hotel Hugo NY, located in the heart of art and fashion in New York. Read your book club novel in Washington Square Park, grab a pint at the oldest working bar in all of New York City (The Ear Inn), or embrace the arts at one of the countless NYC museums.
The Best New Books Hitting Shelves in October
Whether you're craving literary fiction or a buzzy romance, these two October releases are worth clearing some space on your bookshelf for.
Peck & Peck
by Bonnie Garmus | Out Oct. 13
In 1982 New York, a college grad lands a dream job at the world's most prestigious and wildly dysfunctional poetry journal. He soon finds himself caught in a secret war between the publication's feuding twin editors. Lessons in Chemistry author Bonnie Garmus returns with a clever exploration of who gets to decide what makes great art.
Bad Words
by Rioghnach Robinson | Out Oct. 6
A novelist and the critic who tanked his career become locked in a viral literary feud that evolves into something much more complicated. Rioghnach Robinson's sharp debut blends romance with questions about art, ambition, and criticism—and has already earned glowing praise from authors Emily Henry and Carley Fortune.
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Bluenose Inn
The Vibe: Historic summer escape
The Location: Bar Harbor, ME
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Perched on a granite hillside above Frenchman Bay, Bluenose Inn is an upscale New England hotel occupying the site of an 1884 summer estate called Mizzentop. The 74 rooms split across two buildings: the Mizzentop (most with fireplaces, balconies, and full bay views) and the newer Eden (21 apartment-style king suites with full kitchens). Bill Trowell plays the Great Room piano six nights a week, and the Looking Glass Restaurant serves breakfast with a view. Borrow a bike from the front desk to stroll into town, or explore Acadia National Park located just a few minutes away.
October Original Movies Worth Staying In For
October is when the fall movie season really starts heating up. With plenty to get you into the theater this month (we can’t wait for Nathan Fielder’s You Can See Everything, Other Mommy, and Wicker), here are the streaming original movies we’ll be glad to stay in for.
Matchbox The Movie
Streaming Oct. 9 on Apple TV
A reunion between childhood friends goes wildly off the rails when they're pulled into an international conspiracy involving a stolen nuclear weapon. After Barbie proved just how big a movie based on Mattel IP could become, the toy company is back with another unlikely adaptation, this time starring John Cena and Jessica Biel.
Love of Your Life
Streaming Oct. 14 on Prime Video
After losing her husband, a young nurse (Margaret Qualley) must figure out how to move forward with a life she never expected. From Oscar-nominated cinematographer Rachel Morrison, it looks like the type of sincere romantic drama that will leave a lump in your throat but hope in your heart.
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