Cozy Fall Romance Book List 🍂

Fall is the season of crisp air, chunky sweaters, and curling up with a book that gives you all the warm, fuzzy feels. If you’re anything like me, you’re already dreaming about soft blankets, cozy reads, and pumpkin spice everything.

So I put together the ultimate cozy fall romance TBR, plus the perfect candle + drink pairing for each book to help you create the reading vibe of your dreams. ✨📖

🍎 1. Better Than the Movies by Lynn Painter

Trope: Enemies to Lovers, Childhood Friends

Vibe: Wholesome, witty, full of heart

Why it’s perfect for fall: It’s sweet, nostalgic, and gives off big “back to school with butterflies” energy.

🍂 Candle: Apple cider or "Autumn Leaves"

☕ Drink: Caramel apple chai

“He looked at me like I was his favorite lyric in his favorite song.”

👉 Grab it here

🎃 2. Pumpkinheads by Rainbow Rowell

Trope: Friends to Lovers

Vibe: Graphic novel, lighthearted, fall overload

Why it’s perfect for fall: It literally takes place at a pumpkin patch. Need I say more?

🍂 Candle: Pumpkin spice anything

☕ Drink: Maple oat latte

“It’s not the last night if we don’t want it to be.”

👉 Get it here

📚 3. Love, Theoretically by Ali Hazelwood

Trope: Rivals to Lovers, Smart Girl Romance

Vibe: Academic, flirty, smart but swoony

Why it’s perfect for fall: Set in a university with big cozy campus vibes. It’s nerdy in the best way.

🍂 Candle: Vanilla amber or “Library” scent

☕ Drink: Cinnamon brown sugar latte

“You don’t need to be less for anyone. Ever.”

👉 Buy it here

🍂 4. The Ex Hex by Erin Sterling

Trope: Second Chance, Witchy Romance

Vibe: Spooky season rom-com

Why it’s perfect for fall: It’s Halloween in book form, complete with cursed exes, small towns, and a little magic.

🍂 Candle: Spiced pumpkin or “Witch’s Brew”

☕ Drink: Hot chocolate with marshmallows

“Never mix vodka and witchcraft.”

👉 Grab it here

🧣 5. Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez

Trope: Opposites Attract, Small Town

Vibe: Emotional but cozy with Hallmark-movie energy

Why it’s perfect for fall: It’s all about slowing down, choosing comfort, and falling hard for someone totally unexpected.

🍂 Candle: Warm vanilla or campfire

☕ Drink: Spiced pear cider

“Maybe the only thing that matters is this moment. This version of me that exists only with you.”

👉 Get it here

🍁 6. In a Holidaze by Christina Lauren

Trope: Holiday Romance, Groundhog Day Loop

Vibe: Festive, funny, slightly chaotic

Why it’s perfect for fall: It bridges that late-fall-to-holiday vibe perfectly with cozy family chaos and heartfelt moments.

🍂 Candle: Cranberry woods or frosted fir

☕ Drink: Peppermint mocha

“The best things in life are a little bit messy.”

👉 Buy it here

✨ Bonus: Build Your Perfect Fall Reading Night

Here’s what to gather:

✔️ A fluffy blanket

✔️ One of the books above

✔️ Your favorite drink from the list

✔️ A seasonal candle

✔️ Background playlist: acoustic folk or soft rain sounds

And voilà, your own little slice of autumn magic. 🍂📖✨

Final Thoughts 💬

Fall is the ultimate reading season. So if you’re in the mood to feel something warm and romantic while the leaves change, this list will give you that cozy feeling all season long.

Let me know: What’s your go-to fall romance read? Or your favorite candle + drink combo? DM me on Instagram @thecozychapter0 or share in the comments below! 🧡