Do you feel that? It’s the crisp wind rushing by you as you crunch leaves under your boots. Well, that may not be the case for you, depending on where you live. Still, we welcome the arrival of October and all things cozy, scary, and pumpkin spice-fueled. There are plenty of TV shows and movies arriving this month; however, it is also a good time to snuggle up on the couch with a bewitching book (or three). It doesn’t matter if it’s a physical book or an audio adventure, reading is a great way to find some chill. And, this season, we have 7 cozy, witchy, and downright scary books that we recommend for your reading list.
Disenchanted by Lucy Jane Wood
A cozy witchy fantasy story is always a great move in October. Disenchanted is about a jaded witch who learns to embrace her magic when the town is cursed with a spell that brings fairy tales to life. And, for all you lovers out there, there is a dash of romance in the mix as well.
She Haunts Me Still by De Elizabeth
Curses, vampires, and academia all converge together in this book. Mallory heads to her mom’s alma mater to begin her theater studies and start a fresh chapter after a life of loss. Things are going well until a bloody spirit resurfaces and causes her to dig into her mother’s mysterious death. And, along the way, she finds a connection with Ezra, a fourth year student and director who may know some serious secrets.
The Unknown by Riley Sager
Many book lovers will recognize this popular author’s name. Riley Sager’s The Unknown is yet another hit, with a story that takes us to a creepy island. It is where women started disappearing 100 years ago… and it is happening once again. If you dig Widow’s Bay, you’ll probably like this book, too.
Hear the Dead by Ann Dávila Cardinal
A retired punk rock photographer starts to unearth a long-standing mystery. She starts hearing the voices of murdered women she knew when she was young, leading to a journey filled with magical realism wrapped in a serial killer mystery.
The Whisper by Chelsea Iversen
Welcome to Whisper Ridge, where there’s a group of estranged friends who come back together years after their friend’s murder. They will have to deal with old wounds and confront witchy magic as they face their past and parse through the present.
Please Enjoy Your Stay by Tara Goedjen
We love a gothic thriller. A true crime podcast reopens a case that is a very personal tragedy for Mia. She was the only eyewitness to her cousin’s murder, and the latest suspect is Mia’s aunt, a former true crime author. Mia goes on a journey of uncovering secrets and lies to get to the truth.
Night of Madness by Ryan Douglass
Anytime a book is described as “Saw Meets Willy Wonka,” it feels like a must-read. Ryan Douglass’ novel follows a band of teen influencers who compete in a horror-movie competition. The night turns into a full blown nightmare when they have to fight to stay alive for one twisty tale that will surely keep you on the edge of your seat.
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