Now that we’re midway through October, Halloween is just around the corner. Although, if we’re being honest, I’ve been ready for Halloween since September 1st.

Growing up, I loved reading — I would check out stacks of books from the library and come back the next week for more. Like most students, though, I stopped reading for pleasure once I started college. It’s hard when so many classes assign heavy readings each week! But fall and winter are the cozy seasons, and nothing complements a cozy day spent under the covers like a good book.

I love a good Halloween flick (see our favorite movies to watch in October for ideas there), but this time of year is one of my favorite seasons for reading. A spooky book is such a great way to get into the Halloween spirit if you aren’t already.

Here are a few of my favorite spooky books of all time, plus some that I’ll be reading for the first time this season!

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If you’re looking for spooky books to read in October, look no further than A Cosmology of Monsters. This unsettling novel tells the story of a world inhabited by monsters and the people who must learn to coexist with them.

A Cosmology of Monsters is a dark and atmospheric read that will keep you up at night. It’s perfect for fans of horror and the supernatural and is sure to get your heart racing. So if you’re looking for a scare this October, be sure to check out A Cosmology of Monsters.

11. The Broken Girls by Simone St. James

The Broken Girls by Simone St. James tells the story of a cursed boarding school and the dark secrets that it holds. With its atmospheric setting and chilling events, The Broken Girls is sure to keep you up — don’t read if you have an early morning class!