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In this engaging episode of 'The Plot With A Twist,' hosts Roe, Allorah, and Shaye celebrate the Halloween season with a deep dive into spooky book culture globally. They explore the differences in Halloween traditions between the US and Australia, and discuss their favorite Halloween-themed books and series, including recommendations from renowned authors like Stephen King, Anne Rice, and Neil Gaiman. The hosts delve into a variety of genres within paranormal and horror reads, touching on notable titles like 'The Souls Trilogy,' 'House of Night,' 'Stay a Spell,' and 'Chicagoland Vampires.' They also highlight unique fantasy and paranormal series such as 'Throne of the Fallen,' 'Kingdom of the Wicked,' and 'The Pale Court Duet.' The episode features a mix of monster and romance novels, emphasizing the creativity of authors like Opal Rain, Eve Langellas, and Susan Wright. Wrapping up with a pumpkin spice latte cocktail recipe, listeners are fully equipped to immerse themselves in the Halloween spirit with a curated reading list that spans monsters, demons, magical realism, and more.

00:00 Welcome to The Plot with a Twist

00:29 Halloween's Growing Popularity

00:57 Spooktober Reading Guide

01:51 Halloween in Australia vs. America

05:59 The Allure of Halloween Books

16:00 Top Spooky Paranormal Reads

29:15 A Terrifying Encounter with Spiders

33:13 Paranormal Book Recommendations

36:57 Monster Romance: To Read or Not to Read?

41:57 Horror Books That Scare Us

46:19 Spooky Season Book Picks

52:57 Pumpkin Spice Latte Cocktail Recipe

54:00 Thank You and Stay Connected