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The best books to read in October: new paperbacks from Zadie Smith, Thomas Pynchon and Francis Spufford

The Guardian Culture · 14 October 2026 at 15:32

The best books to read in October: new paperbacks from Zadie Smith, Thomas Pynchon and Francis Spufford

Looking for a new reading recommendation? Here are some brilliant new paperbacks, from a time-travelling fantasy novel to an eclectic essay collection *** Continue reading...

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The best books to read in October: new paperbacks from Zadie Smith, Thomas Pynchon and Francis Spufford

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