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November is officially here, which means cozy season is in full swing, the holidays are right around the corner, and we're entering peak staying-in-with-a-good-book (or binge-worthy show) territory. Luckily, this month is delivering plenty of reasons to cancel your plans, from magical new adventures to major YA releases and some very exciting pop culture news.
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The Best New YA Books Coming in November 2026
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Sunrise on the Reaping
With Haymitch Abernathy’s story hitting the big screen later this month, it’s the perfect time to return to Panem! Revisit Suzanne Collins’ bestselling Sunrise on the Reaping and catch up on the rest of The Hunger Games series before the odds are once again decidedly not in our favor.
New, Noteworthy, & Next Up
WATCH THIS
What: Hexed
Why: Because nothing beats a coming-of-age adventure with a magical twist, especially when it's packed with supernatural surprises and plenty of mischief.
When: 11/25
Where: In theaters
READ THIS
What: The Last King of Faerie by Cassandra Clare
Why: Because a new Cassandra Clare novel is basically required reading, and this one is bringing all the faerie magic, intrigue, and drama we crave.
When: 11/3 (That’s tomorrow!)
Where: Wherever you buy books
LISTEN TO THIS
What: “EZRA FRECH: 'I Was Put on This Earth to Change the Way We See Disability’,” On Purpose with Jay Shetty
Why: Because Ezra Frech has been absolutely EATING on DWTS, and we're officially obsessed with everything about him.
When: Out now!
Where: Wherever you listen to podcasts
The Best YA Premieres Coming in November 2026
Talk of the Timeline
🥀 The Secret Garden but make it a dark thriller? We’re in.
🎶 Warm up your vocal cords now, because a Glee reboot (the Gleeboot!) is in the works.
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