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J. W. Ocker

J. W. (Jason) Ocker is an Edgar Award-winning travel writer, novelist, and blogger. His previous books include Poe-Land, A Season with the Witch, and Cursed Objects. He is also the creator of the blog and podcast OTIS: Odd Things I’ve Seen (oddthingsiveseen.com), where he chronicles his visits to oddities around the world.
Cult Following
The United States of Cryptids
Cursed Objects

Books

Cult Following
The United States of Cryptids
Cursed Objects

For the Love of Fall

Pumpkin spice season is right around the corner! As the leaves turn from green to gold, refresh your displays with our favorite seasonal picks that bring the autumnal vibes. Lean into a harvest theme with orange pumpkins and whimsical mushrooms, or welcome the beginning of spooky season with creepy cryptids and witchy tarot cards. Fiber crafts and comfort food cookbooks are perfect for folks who

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Fall Preview: Spooky New Picks for Halloween

It may still be late spring outside, but it’s always Halloween in our hearts. Though we’re counting down the days to spooky season, we just can’t wait to share some of our frighteningly favorite new titles coming up later this year! From witches to skeletons to deliciously creepy confections, our frontlist Halloween books run the

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Give a Little Joy 2022

Penguin Random House is sending you all the best holiday wishes! We have all the books you need to kick off the season. For food and drink, check out our books on spreads and boards, which have trended massively this year and are perfect for holiday entertaining. And don’t miss the newest books from celebrity

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