Sweater weather? More like "cozy up with a book" weather — and we are here with recommendations.

Isaac Fitzgerald stopped by the 3rd Hour of TODAY Oct. 17 to share books that ranged from spooky to sweet.

Fitzgerald's next book is a memoir called " American Rambler ," in which he walks in the footsteps of the legendary Johnny Appleseed — literally.

"American Rambler" by Isaac Fitzgerald

Out in 2026, the book follows Fitzgerald's epic trek, on foot, from Massachusetts to Indiana, following the same path as the American folk figure.

Below, hear his recommendations for October 2025.

Best Spooky Read

I'll Quit When I'm Dead by Luke Smitherd

Fitzgerald describes this novel as "part 'Stranger Things,' part Stephen King."

The book follows two characters: Madison, who in a cult-like fi

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