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    Here Are Treats That Match Our Favorite Books

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    Whether you’re pranking yourself, rewarding yourself, doing “one for me, one for you” when handing out the goods, or, ahem, “helping” the kids with the hauling, we all love a good thing Halloween candy matching Keep your library filled with fun this spooky season.

    We challenged PEOPLE staff to pair their most recent favorite books with a piece of Halloween candy based on any criteria of how the characters behaved — Is it salty? Sweet? Is it a little sour? — depending on the plot, the overall mood, and even the level of spice (romance and romance fans we know what we are talking about).

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    Read on for our totally unyielding, wildly unscientific Halloween candy and book pairings this year. Feeling inspired? Share yours in the comments!

    ‘Intermezzo’ and Raspberry Dark Chocolate

    ‘Intermezzo’ and raspberry chocolate.

    Farrar, Straus and Giroux; giradelli


    Sally Rooney Intermezzo a little overwhelming, a little sweet, and totally decadent. Intense dark chocolate with raspberry strikes just the right tone for the Irish supernova’s newest hit.

    ‘Court of Thorns and Roses’ and Snickers

    ACOTAR and Snickers.

    Bloomsbury Publishing; Snickers


    Snickers has a lot going on: salted hazelnuts, sweet caramel, that soft layer of nougat, all covered in chocolate—and just like when you started reading ACOTAR by Sarah J. Maas, you’ll probably enjoy more than you planned before going out. lights.

    ‘The Long Island Compromise’ and Laffy Taffy

    ‘Long Island Compromise’ and Laffy Taffy.

    Random House; Laffy Taffy


    This works on two levels. First of all, this is clear: Long Island Compromise It was written by Taffy Brodesser-Akner, who is also the brains behind it. Fleishman is in trouble The person who shares the same name with sugar. But this novel about the fallout from the kidnapping of a patriarch also has a delicious slow burn, like the iconic boardwalk treat.

    ‘The Trouble with Heaven’ and Starburst

    ‘Paradise Trouble’ and Starburst.

    Gallery Books; starburst


    It’s not just candies and caps The Problem of Heaven By Christina Lauren They look absolutely adorable together, but there are sweet, sour, and slightly addictive elements to the story, like chewy treats. It’s about a free-spirited artist and a grocery store heir who become involved in a scam that could bring them all down. But we won’t spoil what’s at the bottom of the bag.

    ‘Fangirl’ and Almond Joy

    ‘Fangirl’ and Almond Joy.

    VIZ Media LLC; Almond Joy


    Sometimes you feel crazy… you know the rest. fangirl Written by Rainbow Rowell, it’s about twin sisters Cath and Wren, obsessive fandom, family drama, relationships, and studies. Like a sweet and sometimes divisive candy, she has her own squad of fans.

    ‘Down the Drain’ and Fun Diving

    ‘Down the Drain’ by Julia Fox.

    Simon and Schuster; Fun Diving


    If you haven’t immersed into this entertainment and wild ride from pop culture icon Julia Foxwhat are you waiting for? Vulnerable, complicated and a bit messy.

    ‘Greater Switzerland’ and Bit O’ Honey

    ‘Greater Switzerland’ and Bit O’ Honey.

    Writer; Bit It Honey


    First of all, the friends at the center of the comedy Greater Switzerland By Jen Beagin She lives in a house full of bees. And then things get, shall we say, a little sticky when one of them becomes obsessed with a woman he’s only known through writing a sex coach’s notes. This book will get stuck in your head like that old candy loosens a molar or two.

    ‘Your Idea’ and Kit Kat

    ‘Your Idea’ and Kit Kat.

    St. Martin’s Griffin; KitKat


    Only Your Idea A great way to take a break from your real life, Robinne Lee’s book has also seen a whole new audience discover it. refresh screen adaptation this year — just as the classic candy gets a fall branding update just in time for Halloween.

    Lindt Dark Chocolate with ‘Fourth Wing’ and Peppers

    Dark chocolate with ‘Fourth Wing’ and Lindt pepper.

    Entangled: Red Tower Books; Lindt


    Anyone who has read Rebecca Yarros’ hit Empyrean series is probably also familiar with the pepper scale popularized by Booktok. In short: the more pepper, the spicier the romance. Grab this for a warm treat on the page and on your palate.

    ‘A Visit from the Goon Squad’ and Cow Clusters

    ‘A Visit from the Goon Squad’ and Cow Clusters.

    Nostalgic; cows


    Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Jennifer Egan with its colorful cast of characters Visit from the Good Staff fits one of these perfectly hottest candies of the year. And like a bag full of crunchy-coated gummies, you won’t be able to put it down.

    ‘Pride and Prejudice’ and Werther’s Original

    ‘Pride and Prejudice’ and the Original of Werther.

    Fingerprint! Publishing; Werther’s Original


    Although Werther’s is not as old as Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice – released in 1909 and 1913 respectively – both timeless classics. And just like the butterscotch candies loved by grandparents everywhere, everything Austen wrote deserves to be savored.

    ‘Beach Reading’ and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups

    ‘Beach Reading’ and Reeses.

    Berkeley; Rees’s


    Emily Henry’s books are as beloved as peanut butter cups, often topping the list. favorite Halloween candy polls. Breakthrough hit of 2020 Beach Reading – which has just come out in a glossy, speckled new edition – also frequently ranks high among readers’ favorites.

    ‘Substitute’ and Candy Corn

    ‘Substitute’ and Candy Corn.

    Random House; brachs


    Candy corn, on the other hand, often brings out the haters, lovers and online debaters who rank high in trick-or-treating. least Despite its iconic association with Halloween, it is a favorite candy. Prince Harry, who has gone through life under a microscope and with the relevant media examining every aspect of his existence, might know a little about this. And you can read all about it in this stunning memoir.

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