7 Cosy Books for Autumn

As the nature around us begins to turn into a vibrant sunset colour and the sound of crunching leaves underfoot, autumn emerges as the ideal backdrop for us to ‘fall’ into a good book. With the days growing shorter, enticing us to slow down, dive into a world not of our own but of the captivating stories that fill our mind. Whether it's a spicy fantasy, a thrilling mystery or the autumn is beckoning you for something a little more spooky, let the magic in the air this season find you the perfect book to lose yourself in. 

Let's explore 7 cosy autumn reads that will ignite your imagination...

Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman

A CLASSIC! If you are after a spellbinding story that captures the enchantment of this season then look no further. This book is the perfect autumn read - a tale of witchcraft, love and sisterhood that will sweep you up into a world filled with magic. 

The Owen sisters, Sally and Gillian, are born into a family cursed with magic and heartbreak. All they want is to get away from their town and the people that tease, taunt and shun them. As they navigate the trials of life their bond remains unbreakable. 

Grab a cosy blanket, a large glass of wine and let Practical Magic cast its autumnal charm on you. It’s a story that reminds us, just as this season does, that magic is closer than we think.

The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern

Have you ever craved a book that wraps you up in mystery, enchants your senses and transports you to a world where magic feels real?

Then this book is for you - this is a novel that transports you into a magical world with love, sacrifice and where reality and illusion blend seamlessly together. This story revolves around ‘the circus of dreams’ that magically appears without warning and only opens at night. Erin Morgenstern’s lyrical prose draws you into a world where each page is like stepping through the curtain of another tent, revealing new delights, twists, and challenges. The characters are vivid and mysterious and their fates are intertwined in a captivating dance of love, rivalry, and destiny.

We Solve Murders by Richard Osman

This autumn there is no better time to curl up with a book that keeps you on the edge of your seat. Richard Osman is well known for The Thursday Murder Club series but his latest novel is exactly the kind of cosy, twist filled mystery that pairs perfectly with this time of year. 

Steve, a retired policeman, who prefers a quiet life and then his daughter-in-law Amy Wheeler thinks adrenaline is good for the soul and works in private security, every day is dangerous. They happen to cross paths when they investigate a high profile case involving a bestselling author on a private island, leading them into a web of intrigue. 

This cosy thriller isn’t just a page turner, it’s a heartwarming story about friendship.

Pretty Girls by Karin Slaughter

As the spooky season approaches, there is no better time to dive into a novel that matches the intensity of the season. 

This book follows two estranged sisters, Claire and Lydia, who are brought together by tragedy and dark secrets after years of silence. As they dig into the disappearance of their sister, Julia, decades earlier, they uncover disturbing truths that will leave you on the edge of your seat. 

Karin Slaughter’s writing is as sharp as the autumn wind, cutting through the layers of suspense with every chapter.

What Lies In The Woods by Kate Alice Marshall

Are you looking for an atmospheric thriller to deep dive into that will keep you turning the pages? Then look no further - this book is the perfect autumn read. A chilling blend of suspense, secrets and spine tingling twists that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew. 

This story revolves around three childhood friends - Naomi, Cassidy and Olivia - who share a dark secret that binds them. Years ago, as children, they were involved in a terrifying event in the woods where Naomi was stabbed multiple times but survived. Twenty-two years later Naomi unravels the lies and memories of that traumatic incident. 

The autumn woods may be beautiful but What Lies in the Woods, they hold terrifying secrets that will chill you to the bone. 

The Ex Hex by Erin Sterling

If you’re looking for a book to get you into the Halloween spirit while warming your heart, then Sterling’s novel is for you. A spellbinding mix of romance, horror and witchy charm. 

Set in a small town of Graves Glen, Vivienne Jones finds out exactly what happens when you accidentally curse your ex-boyfriend during a post-breakup wine-fuelled rant. The results are hilarious and a little disastrous. 

Whether you’re a fan of witchy tales, rom-com or just looking for a fun escape into a world where love and magic collide, this book is sure to cast a spell on you. 

The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston

There is something about autumn that calls for stories that stir both the heart and the imagination. Florence Day isn't your typical rom-com protagonist. She's a ghost writer who lost her belief in love and as someone who has spent her life writing happy endings for others, the irony of her situation isn't lost on her. She returns to her family after the death of her beloved father, Florence is forced to confront the ghosts of her past, both figuratively and literally. 

Poston’s magical blend of romance, humour and supernatural elements makes this book the perfect companion for those reflective autumn afternoons. Let Florence’s enchanting journey inspire you to embrace the beauty of love, even in its most unconventional forms.