November 2021 Horoscopes and Book Recommendations

Buckle your seatbelt, Leo. You’re in for a ride this month. Things are moving very quickly for you as the year comes to an end. At work, you’re speeding toward your goals. Excitement in your love life adds to the fun. But there may also be some bumps in the road, particularly in finances and in drama at home. Don’t get so wrapped up in projects that you ignore voices of reason. I recommend Dava Shastri’s Last Day by Kirthana Ramisetti. As one of the world’s wealthiest women and a noted philanthropist, Dava Shastri is used to the public’s admiration. That’s why, when she gets a terminal diagnosis, she decides to leak news of her death a little early to see how she’s mourned. But her plan backfires when two of her deepest secrets are brought to light.

Go easy on yourself, Virgo. You work hard creating and executing foolproof plans. But in November, you may find yourself off script. Don’t panic; look to people you trust to help you stay on track. Surprises in romance will have you equally confused, but you may find yourself enjoying the unexpected. Take some time off, because you’ll need the energy next month. You should read The Fastest Way to Fall by Denise Williams. Britta sees her assignment investigating a new body positive fitness app as the way to finally get a full-time job writing for a lifestyle website. CEO of the FitMe app Wes is trying to reconnect with his roots by taking on his first personal training client in a long time. When Wes starts training Britta, they have an instant friendship that grows into something more. But will falling for each other threaten both of their credibility at work?

Good things are ahead for Libra this month. They just may not be what you expect. Despite your determination, goals at work are out of reach, and money may be tight. But with a little creativity and an open mind, there are wins ahead for you. Difficulties may be overcome with some of your signature charm. Avoid arguments with family and significant others; you won’t come out on top. Read The Singles Table by Sara Desai. Determinedly single lawyer Zara Patel and security specialist to the stars Jay Donovan are polar opposites, but they keep finding themselves stuck together at the singles tables through a long, busy wedding season. They strike a deal: Zara will help Jay find love if Jay will introduce Zara to his celebrity clients. But could Jay’s true love be closer than he thought?

Scorpio is on an emotional rollercoaster in November. The month ahead will be thrilling, frustrating, and anything but boring. Be careful of your attitude, as a short fuse could make bad situations worse. Travel could prove especially fruitful, both in business and expanding your mind. Your love life will benefit from placing trust in someone else and trying something new. Check out The After Party by A.C. Arthur. ​​Venus, Draya, and Jackie are coworkers without much in common besides their shared hatred of their boss, Rufus. But after they bond at an office holiday party, Rufus turns up in a pool of blood and they must team up to avoid suspicions from the cops.

You’re on your own, Sagittarius. November finds you feeling misunderstood. That’s alright, because you prefer going against the grain. But it may make for conflict with family and colleagues who don’t get what you’re going for. These disagreements can hold up your plans, but you can still succeed with a little determination. Confusion clears up in the last week of the month. Read The Sentence by Louise Erdrich. On All Souls Day in 2019 in a Minneapolis bookstore, the store’s most annoying customer dies, but her spirit isn’t ready to leave. Tookie, a new employee who spent years reading voraciously to survive incarceration, spends a year trying to solve the customer’s mysterious death while also reckoning with a pandemic, a social justice movement, and other ghosts from the past and present.

Stick to the plan, Capricorn. Outside forces may have you questioning your choices, but you’ve done your research. Don’t let jealousy or pride make you stray from the path. Disagreement at your job may slow things down, so communicate clearly and remember your end goal. Past financial decisions will pay off in November. Treat yourself to a new experience. You should read Wild Tongues Can’t Be Tamed, an anthology edited by Saraciea J. Fennell. These essays and poems explore and push back against stereotypes about the Latinx community. With pieces by bestselling authors like Elizabeth Acevedo, Mark Oshiro, Ibi Ziboi, and many more, this is a collection of brilliant voices you won’t soon forget.

Have a little faith, Aquarius. November requires you to place a lot of trust in others. Many things are out of your control, particularly in your career, so having a team on your side will help. If you’re looking for love, it will only be found this month if you are willing to be open and vulnerable. Travel is auspicious, so look for opportunities to learn and grow while far from home. Check out The Sisters Sweet by Elizabeth Weiss. Harriet and Josie are twins who pose as conjoined twins for a vaudevillian act. But when Josie can no longer sustain the lie, she spills their secret and moves to Hollywood. Harriet is left alone to keep their family afloat — and to try to find out who she is by herself in the process.

The planets are on your side, Pisces. Good karma is coming back to you this month, particularly through people you’ve supported earlier in the year. Embrace that good energy and let it help you reach your end-of-year goals. Jealousy may rear its head in family affairs. You will be quick to recognize the underlying issues at play. Romance can be found if you know what you want. Read The Easy Life in Kamusari by Shion Miura, translated by Juliet Winters Carpenter. When teenager Yuki Hirano’s parents send him to a forestry training program far from the city (or even cell signal), it feels like a punishment. But as he learns his way around the forest, gets to know the trees, and discovers mountain legends, he finds much to love about Mt. Kamusari.