In autumn when the evenings turn mellow and the nights get longer, we turn to finding comfort in little things to embrace this cozy weather. What is better than wholesome books to read in this diverse and gorgeous season? If you don’t love fall, turn to read to embrace the cooler days, if cosy sweaters, fall foliage, and pumpkin everything doesn’t do the trick for you.
If you are someone who enjoys a good romance as well as a slice-of-life work, we know how difficult a task it is to choose. However, you are in luck as we have put together the best 8 seasonally appropriate literary pieces that you would love to snuggle up with. From classics to 21st-century hits, make the most of the autumn days by curling up with these wholesome reads. [P.S. All are worth a read.]
Anne of Green Gables
A novel by Lucy Maud Montgomery, ‘Anne of Green Gables’ is one of the top loved classics of all time. Published in 1908, this literary piece is set in the late 19th century and follows the adventures of Anne Shirley, an 11-year-old orphan redheaded and feisty girl who is mistakenly sent to Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert, two middle-aged siblings who had originally planned to adopt a boy. This novel is a heartwarming portrayal of the vulnerability of a child, a family, and love.
The Pumpkin Spice Café
A book by Laurie Gilmore, ‘The Pumpkin Spice Café’ is the perfect read for the fans of ‘Gilmore Girls’. Published in 2023, this romance book follows Jeanie, an upbeat city girl who inherits her aunt’s café in the small town of Dream Harbor. Her arrival, however, disrupts the quiet life of Logan, a grumpy but gorgeous farmer who later finds himself drawn to her. This book is a perfect fit for people who enjoy slow romance and pumpkin spice lattes.
Before the Coffee Gets Cold
A novel by Toshikazu Kawaguchi, ‘Before the Coffee Gets Cold’ is a beautiful story of life. Published in 2015, this moving novel is set in a Japanese cafe in Tokyo that serves carefully brewed coffee and a unique time-travel experience to its customers. This novel beautifully explores the human connection, chances, and what a person would want to change if they could travel back in time.
Little Women
A novel by Louisa May Alcott, ‘Little Women’ is an enduring novel that people of all ages have fallen in love with due to its relevant themes. Published in 1868, this wholesome story revolves around Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy, the March sisters as they evolve from childhood to adulthood. A true classic and coming-of-age story, this novel is the epitome of love, career, and identity in every woman’s life.
A Man Called Ove
A novel by Fredrik Backman, ‘A Man Called Ove’ is a reflecting tale. Published in 2012, this novel is a heartwarming tale of Ove, a grumpy yet loveable old man who finds unexpected friendship and solace in a young family who moves in next door. Exploring the themes of redemption and love, this literary piece will make you laugh and cry in equal measure.
The Fault in Our Stars
A novel by John Green, ‘The Fault in Our Stars’ is all things raw and heart wrenching. Published in 2012, this young adult fiction novel follows Hazel Lancaster, a 16-year-old girl who is diagnosed with cancer, and her relationship with Augustus Waters, who she meets at Cancer Kid Support Group. This heartbreaking but brilliant story will make you ponder over love, life, and just being alive.
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