I don’t know about you, but I’m in the mood for some cozy autumn content! Check out some of our staff’s favorite autumn-vibey books, movies, music and more! If you see something you like, click through to check its availability or to place it on hold.
BOOKS
“Leave the World Behind” by Rumaan Alam
Leave the World Behind by Rumaan Alam
Leave the World Behind is part family drama, part literary thriller. You don’t know what to expect next and it’s perfect reading for a cozy night!
Recommended by Aysha from Adult Services
“The Cemetery of Untold Stories” by Julia Alvarez
The Cemetery of Untold Stories by Julia Alvarez
A very cozy and atmospheric book all about a peacefully haunted cemetery. A great cozy Halloween read!
Recommended by Cecilia from Adult Services
“The Dead Romantics” by Ashley Poston
The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston
I loved this book because I thought it was just going to be a romance, but the parts I enjoyed most were those that explored grief, death, moving on and just living. It was a beautiful take on life, love and family, and I got more out of it than I expected.
Recommended by Melissa B. from Communications
“Spice and Wolf” by Isuna Hasekura
Spice and Wolf by Isuna Hasekura
The front cover of volume one captures the colors of fall with a field of golden wheat and Holo’s brown hair and red eyes. Holo’s love for apples also perfectly fits the season and her budding relationship with the peddler Lawrence makes for a fun and cozy autumn read.
Recommended by Ruby from Adult Services
MUSIC MOVIES & TV
“Billie Holiday: Ken Burns Jazz”
Billie Holiday: Ken Burns Jazz
This album contains the song “Autumn in New York,” a jazz standard and popular song composed by Vernon Duke as performed by Billie Holiday.
Recommended by Justin from Studio 300
“Practical Magic”
Practical Magic
This is a cult classic, and epitomizes autumn, spooky, romantic and fantasy vibes all in one! And it has Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman—how can you go wrong? Bonus, there’s also a book by Alice Hoffman, Alice.
Recommended by Christina T. from Collection Services
“Over the Garden Wall”
Over the Garden Wall
This is the perfect October binge show. It’s fairly short, it’s well animated and voice acted. It’s pretty kid-friendly, but it’s also spooky and fun.
Recommended by Brett from Collection Services
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