There’s nothing quite like getting lost in a book as the leaves begin to fall, that dead leaf smell permeating the air as the subtle chill of cooler weather whispers down your spine. Cozy knits, a hot drink, and soft candlelit ambiance create an aesthetic we crave all year long. It’s a time for fantasy reads and witchy stories, psychological thrillers and nostalgic rom-coms. No matter which genre you lean towards, we can all agree that hitting the TBR pile as soon as the chill hits the air is a universally accepted simple pleasure in life. Not sure what to read this fall, we’ve got several recommendations to inspire your reading ambitions. 

BookTok is losing its mind after Sarah J. Mass announced on social media this weekend that the first draft (drafts?) of ACOTAR 6 is complete. It’s been four years since Cassian and Nesta’s story hit bookshelves, and it’s THE topic of conversation as far as who the next installment will be centered around (Team Azriel, FTW!). We can all pray to SJM that the release be quick – perhaps an early 2026 date? One can only hope!