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Goodbye, spooky season. Welcome back, cozy season! November is here, and with colder days and the holidays on the horizon, there's never been a better excuse to stay in and get comfortable. Need something to watch, read, or listen to? These are the titles that had everyone talking this week.
This week on Pix Plus:
Top TV & Movies of the Week
1. Wildwood
In theaters now
When crows kidnap her baby brother and drag him into a forbidden magical forest, Prue (Peyton Elizabeth Lee) sets out to find him. Over a decade in the making, this stop-motion adventure from the studio behind Coraline is one of the most anticipated movies of the year.
2. Finding Emily
Streaming on Peacock
One of the best new modern rom-coms follows a hopeless romantic who goes to increasingly ridiculous lengths to track down a missed connection, with the help of a psychology student studying the absurdities of love.
3. Doozie’s Doghouse
First episode now on YouTube
From the world of Gabby’s Dollhouse comes a new series starring Gabby’s little sister Doozie and her playful pups! The full season drops Nov. 9 on Netflix, but you can catch a sneak peek on YouTube now.
Hotel Spotlight
Together with Inside Hotels
The Porches Inn
The Vibe: Cozy cabin energy
The Location: North Adams, MA
Instaworthy Accommodations:
Housed within a row of restored 19th-century Victorian mill houses in North Adams, The Porches Inn at MASS MoCA blends historic character with a creative, design-forward spirit. Individually styled rooms feature bold colors, unique layouts, and cozy touches like private porches, kitchenettes, and lofted spaces. Whether you’re recharging with a weekend getaway or settling in for a longer stay, The Porches Inn offers a stay rooted in the Berkshires’ arts scene. Plus, guests enjoy luxury amenities like a year-round heated outdoor pool, sauna, fire pits, complimentary breakfast, and more.
Top Books of the Week
1. The Haunting of Lavender House
by Natalie Kikic
The Lost Apothecary meets The Hacienda in this new sensual gothic story that USA TODAY bestselling author Lidija Hilje warns, “Teases dread from every corner of its sunlit setting, making it impossible to put down.”
2. The Exorcist
by William Peter Blatty
Readers got into the Halloween spirit this week with an all-timer. But with the next addition to the movie franchise, The Exorcist: Martyrs, recently announced, it’s still the perfect time to dive in.
3. A Married Little Christmas
by Abby Jimenez
Goodbye Halloween, hello Christmas! Abby Jimenez’s collection of festive, feel-good novellas is filled with charming romance from a Christmas dinner gone hilariously wrong to a zombie Santa finding an unexpected connection.
Hotel Spotlight
Together with Inside Hotels
Hotel Indigo Asheville Downtown, an IHG Hotel
The Vibe: Bluegrass, boutique, & brews
The Location: Asheville, NC
Instaworthy Accommodations:
The 116 rooms at Hotel Indigo Asheville Downtown are individually styled—no two alike—each reflecting a different piece of downtown Asheville's mountain-town creativity. Blue Ridge views from the upper floors, rainfall showers in the bathrooms, and locally roasted Dynamite coffee in every room. When adventure strikes, the Grove Arcade is two blocks away, the Pritchard Park drum circle is around the corner on Fridays, and the River Arts District is a short walk down the hill. For travelers chasing the Asheville that food writers and content creators keep coming back for, this is the place to stay. Plus, it’s pet friendly!
Top Podcasts of the Week
1. Ologies with Alie Ward
Science
Every week, host Alie Ward finds somebody who has given their entire working life to one very specific field, going deep on everything from brooms to killer whales, laughter, and menopause.
2. The Basement Yard
Comedy
Lifelong friends Joe Santagato and Frank Alvarez are two funny and genuinely good-hearted guys who aren't afraid to be vulnerable or make complete fools of themselves for our entertainment.
3. R. L. Stine’s Story Club
Children
From the legendary creator of Goosebumps, enjoy this kid-friendly podcast starring Ariel Winter, packed with strange tales, spooky fun, and laugh-out-loud surprises.
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