November Horoscope & New Release Books for Your Zodiac Sign

As we start the month, the Sun in Scorpio activates your 8th house of joint finances, relationships and rebirth. This energy is particularly potent on the 9th with a New Moon in Scorpio. As we move into Sagittarius season on the 22nd, the Sun glides into your 9th house of learning and long-distance travel. This shift is supported by a Full Moon in Gemini on the 24th, which favors local travel, learning, self-expression and day-to-day communications. It’s a fine to check on your siblings or give your faraway cousins a call out of the blue.

With Venus and Mercury retrograde until the 13th and a Sun-Mars square on the 19th, unexpected expenses, financial issues and arguments are possible, but things are likely to resolve later in the month. As the month closes, Mars moves into Virgo for a three-month stay, bringing out your responsible side and helping you achieve success at work. Match this month’s intense energy with Tina Mars’ debut romantasy The Wretched Alchemy. Buckle up for immersive worldbuilding, epic blood-soaked battles and a burgeoning rivals-to-lovers romance.

This month, life will be anything but boring, dear Taurus. Relationships and communications could be bumpy early in the month as Mercury and Venus remain retrograde until November 13th. Someone new might enter your life, or you might have an exciting new idea to share with a business partner during the Scorpio New Moon on the 9th.

Later this month, finances may improve, and you may find that you’re in the mood for romance or quiet activities that evoke feelings of joy. This energy will last from November 25th through most of February as Mars activates your 5th house of creativity and self-expression.

As we approach a new year, embrace your true potential with Fumitake Koga’s fable, The Courage to Be Yourself, featuring glorious illustrations from Narano. It’s a philosophy book told from the viewpoint of a shy octopus Ockley who vists an elderly hermit crab and discovers the joy of journaling and writing for self-care.

The month starts with Venus and Mercury retrograde, so obstacles and tech problems are likely. But thanks to your adaptable nature, you’re in a good position to cope. A new romance may develop or you might feel an extra spark in your current relationship as Venus resumes forward motion on the 13th and the Sun moves into your 7th house of partnerships on the 22nd.

The year’s second supermoon occurs in your sign on the 24th, encouraging you to focus on your health and appearance. Maybe it’s time to join a new gym or add some quality pieces to your winter wardrobe. Meanwhile, Mars enters your domestic 4th house, encouraging you to focus on your home and family for the next few months.

No matter what crazy energy the stars throw your way, you can always retreat to your cozy reading nook. For some laughs and hilarious Mercury-retrograde-inspired mishaps, check out The Best Revenge by Amy Carol Reeves. After Hannah’s freeloading boyfriend Chad steals her book idea, leaves her for his agent and becomes wildly successful, Hannah plots revenge by teaming up with everyone whom Chad has wronged. But she has to hide her schemes from her new hunky Scottish man. Perfect for Geminis and fans of Bridget Jones’s Diary and Beach Read.

Expect some ups and downs this month, dear Cancer. While there might be a few hiccups, there are also plenty of sweet spots. The New Moon on the 9th brings a fresh burst of creativity and joy into your life and personal relationships. Work on a satisfying art or craft project, or a plan a romantic evening if your special someone. Anu tensions in your personal relationships are likely to easy once Venus and Mercury station direct on November 13th.

As we enter Sagittarius season on the 22nd, you may feel the urge to focus on your work and optimize your daily habits. Life gets busier when Mars swings into Virgo on the 25th for a nearly three-month stay. Short trips and social gatherings are favored snow, and you may spend more time with your siblings or focusing on improving your daily environment.

Take a moment to retreat and pamper yourself during the Full Beaver Moon on the 24th, which occurs in Gemini and your introspective 12th house. As community becomes a powerful theme for you over the next several months, explore what belonging really means in Don’t Stop Snowing by Gabriel Bump. Depressed and aimless, a young man fresh out of grad school moves from Michigan to Buffalo, New York, at the suggestion of his divorced parents. Will he follow in his father’s footsteps, party like his moody fun-loving cousin or forge his own path as he discovers a new city?

November kicks off with fiery Mars and benevolent Jupiter in your sign, taking your natural confidence, charisma to the next level. A Scorpio New Moon on the 9th nurtures your 4th house of home and family, encouraging you to feather your nest and decorate for the upcoming holidays. Tensions may increase about the 19th, but you can power through the drama.

Creativity, joy and self-expression come to the forefront as we move into Sagittarius season on the 22nd. Now, it’s easier to have fun and enjoy life to the fullest. Socializing is particularly welcomed during the Gemini supermoon on the 24th, which reawakens your focus on friendship and community. Plan a party or friendsgiving celebration with your closets pals.

Over the next few months, you may see some growth in relation to your income and assets as Mars transits your money sector. Budgeting still pays off, though. This fall, inspire your creativity with How to Love in Sanskirt, a collection of ancient poems adapted for modern readers.

It promises to be a busy month for you, dear Virgo. As we all know, time seems to move faster the closer we get to the holidays. You may hit a few speed bumps here and there with your ruling planet Mercury in retrograde motion until the 13th. Even your most careful planning doesn’t guarantee success, but patience helps.

As we move into Sagittarius season on the 22nd, make time to focus on your home and family. Put out all the cozy blankets, decorate for the season, and prepare a satisfying meal. If you’re applying for a new job or eyeing a promotion, you may get the green light around the Full Moon on the 24th.

As we end the month, Mars enters your sign for a long-term transit that will help you realize your goals and may encourage you to invest more time in your health and well-being. One sure-fire way to show your love is by cooking a warm, nourishing meal. Try some new recipes and learn how to think like a chef in Today We Are Cooking … from viral TikTok sensation Tini Younger. Twelve million followers can’t be wrong!

Love, money and travel can make for an interesting month, dear Libra. November starts with Mercury and Venus retrograde, so things may be far from predictable. The New Moon brings fresh energy to your 2nd house of values and assets on the 9th, and problems in general seem to smooth out once Venus and Mercury resume forward motion on the 13th. Sagittarius season, which begins on the 22nd, energizes your 3rd house of short travel and learning.

Longer voyages may be favored around the bold Full Moon on the 24th. But you might not be up for sharing your travel plans or broadcasting your vacation pics on socials. Mars moves into your privacy sector on the 25th and remains there until through most of February. It’s okay to keep your plans under wraps during this time. You’ll share them when you’re ready. You might even enjoy a secret holiday romance or sexy getaway with a seductive Venus-Jupiter sextile occurring the Saturday after Thanksgiving.

There’s never a bad time to indulge in a cheeky romance novel, but some times are even better than others, like right now. Try it for yourself with Swipe Bite, a paranormal romance/mystery from literature professor Alexandra Vasti. Vampire and corporate heiress Sophronia teams up with a hunky software engineer to determine who has sabotaged her new human-vampire dating app Stokr. As Publishers Weekly says, “This satisfies.”

Is it time to get out and party or retreat to your personal sanctuary? As you approach your annual solar return, you may feel conflicting energies. With the Sun in your 1st House, you’re focused on your physical self, whether that means health and vitality or your appearance. However, with Mercury and Venus moving retrograde until the 13th, you may crave some alone time. A Mars-Jupiter conjunction on the 16th boosts your confidence. It’s time to get out of your comfort zone and do something brave.

As we head toward the holidays, here’s your reminder to double-check your budget before you shop for presents. The Full Moon on the 24th can give you an extra push to find and trim unwanted expenses. Maybe it’s time to check your car insurance rates or cancel some of those underused streaming subscriptions. If you’re Scorpio rising, the Sun will visit your 2nd house of income and finances starting on November 22nd.

Your ruling planet Mars transits your 11th house of friendship from November 25th until February 21st. It’s the perfect time to plan a seasonal party or check on your friends who live far away and are all too easily forgotten. Surround yourself with the comforting energy of family and friendship with Sawako Natori’s first novel to be translated to English. College student Fumiya visits a quirky bookstore on a subway platform that claims to have the perfect book for everyone, with the goal of helping his ailing father and healing their relationship.

As you close in on another solar year, the Sun visits your 12th house of solitude and introspection, encouraging you to slow down, prioritize mental health and focus on your dreams. Book a spa say on the 9th, when this quiet, reflective energy is at is peak, or pamper yourself at home with scented bath salts or a moisturizing body scrub.

When Venus and Mercury resume forward motion after the 13th, things will pick up the pace. Sagittarius season officially begins on the 22nd, encouraging you to step out as your most glamourous and confident self. Relationship issues may be illuminated during the Full Moon on the 24th, helping you see others for who they really are (for better or worse). Romance and social opportunities abound with a Venus-Jupiter sextile on the 28th.

Starting on the 25th, fiery Mars blazes through your 10th house of career and reputation, poising you for success on the job. A little pampering can do a world of good this month, take it from Emmy-award winning makeup artist Karen Dupiche, who’s helped everyone from Whoopi Goldberg to Barbara Walters get camera ready. In her memoir Lipstick and Life Lessons, she shares heartfelt stories plus proven tips for believing in yourself and following your calling.

If Capricorn is your rising sign, the month begins with the Sun in your 11th House of friendship, which serves up plenty of opportunities for parties or just chilling with friends. This social energy hits its peak with a New Moon in Scorpio on the 9th. Put on your dancing shoes, make a reservation at your favorite restaurant, or head out for a night on the town.

Things quiet down on the 22nd, when the Sun moves into Sagittarius and your introspective 12th house. This part of your chart represents self, the subconscious and spirituality. A project may come with an end around the Full Moon on the 24th, but endings also lead to new beginnings. November closes with Sun-Saturn trine, giving you vision, discipline and leadership in just the right doses. This energy hangs around from November 23rd through December 6th, so you should have more than enough time to accomplish your goals. Travel may also be a possible as Mars ignites your 9th house of long-distance voyages.

Even if your schedule or budget doesn’t allow for a much-deserved vacation, reading always offers a welcomed escape. Enjoy a sultry, atmospheric journey to southern France in Family Friends. Discover what happens as two couples and college friends reunite for a summer retreat and discover that old flames haven’t been extinguished.

Aquarius, you’re on the move this month. The New Moon on the 9th occurs in your 10th house, offering a powerful opportunity to level up your career, public image and even how you present yourself to the world. During Scorpio season, your career sector is amplified. Watch your tongue as miscommunications are possible, but blockages should clear once Mercury and Venus resume forward motion on the 13th.

As we transition to Sagittarius season on the 22nd, the Sun illuminates yours 11th house of groups, friendships and community. Your social calendar may fill up over the next four weeks. Give yourself the green light to accept any invitations that come your way. Meanwhile, Mars enters Virgo on the 25th, encouraging you to balance your budget and get your finances in order. It doesn’t have to happen overnight as this transit continues through most of February.

Finally, November ends with a Uranus-Pluto trine, putting you in a power position when it comes to your goals. During this powerful time, set yourself up for success by checking out a leadership book. Healthcare exec Lisa Duran serves up powerful lessons about the real value of human connection her new book Strong Enough to Listen.

It may feel like everything is happening all at once this month, dear Pisces. A New Moon in Scorpio activates your 9th house of long-distance travel and higher education. You may have a spiritual awakening or expand your horizons in another way. As we transition into Sagittarius season, the Sun will illuminate your 10th House of career and reputation, encouraging you to take the lead.

Work and personal relationships may zoom ahead between November 25th and February 21st as Mars transits your relationship sector. With so many areas of your chart activated this month, it may feel like overwhelming.

Take a break with Donna Hill’s sweeping, poignant novel Nola and Baldwin, which explores the power of love as a couple deals with systemic racism in Mississippi and dramatic events leading up to the Civil Rights Movement. As John Lennon said, “Life is what happens to you while you’re busy making other plans.”