fi and fantasy books to read for Halloween

This article provides a curated list of six sci-fi and fantasy books recommended for the Halloween season. It highlights titles like 'The Last Astronaut' and 'Between Two Fires' for their ability to blend genre elements with horror and suspense.
Why it matters
It serves as a cultural guide for readers looking for seasonal entertainment, highlighting the intersection of speculative fiction and horror.
It’s October, so you know what that means—we’ve finally reached spooky season. The leaves are changing, the weather is getting colder, and something wicked this way comes. So why not light a candle and pop open a good sci-fi or fantasy book?
But while there are plenty of fantastic books in these genres, what about the ones that are a little creepy? They go a little darker and push readers out of their comfort zone. Here are six picks that will send a shiver down your spine as we count down to Halloween.
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