Autumn will soon be rolling in, which means there’s no better time to curl up with a cozy story. This fall, the publishing world serves up everything from rom-coms and historical epics to thrillers and reinvention tales, so we’ve paired each standout release with a perfect seasonal cocktail (or mocktail). Now, you can sip along as you savor a story to match every mood.
Pick Me by Victoria Schade
Rom-Com Meets Pickleball
(ebook Aug. 2025; paperback Nov. 2025)
When romance writer Brooke Murphy signs up for pickleball lessons, she ends up volleying her way into something far more heartwarming than a game score. Witty banter, unexpected sparks, and a fresh take on finding love make this a light-hearted escape.
Savor this story with an Apple Cider Mule, a crisp apple cider, ginger beer, and lime concoction. It’s fizzy, fun, and full of flavor, just like Schade’s playful rom-com charm.
The Deadly Book Club by Lyn Liao Butler
Thriller Night
(Oct. 2025)
An elite virtual book club meeting turns sinister when one member screams and vanishes mid-call. Secrets unravel, tensions flare, and friendships fracture in this binge-worthy suspense novel.
Savor this story with Blood Orange Margarita. Mix tequila (or Seedlip for a mocktail), lime, and blood orange juice to create a bold, mysterious, and a “little dangerous” dash of delish—just like Butler’s dark and twisty tale.
Sonora by Jenni L. Walsh
Daredevil Dreams
(Oct. 2025)
Inspired by the true story of Sonora Webster Carver, one of America’s first female horse divers, this sweeping historical novel gallops through carnival circuits, love, and resilience during the Great Depression to create a page-turner you’ll want to share with all your book peeps.
Savor this story with Maple Pecan Espresso Martini. Blend a maple-sweetened espresso with a zing of vodka and a bit of cream (or Bailey’s). You’ll discover a bold and daring drink that captures Sonora’s fearless spirit.
A Scot’s Perfect Match by Eliza Knight
Highland Hearts
(Nov. 2025)
Craving a Regency romance brimming with Highland charm, matchmaking intrigue, and swoon-worthy heroes? Lady Ava’s adventures are infused with Austen-esque banter and Highland warmth.
Savor this story with Buttered Rum for a rich treat. Or try a buttered apple cider mocktail for a non-alcoholic treat. Either way, these Highlands inspired splurges will be perfect for curling up by the fire.
The French Effect by Patricia Sands
Parisian Glow
(Nov. 2025)
Patricia Sands transports readers to the south of France again with this much-anticipated novel of reinvention and second chances. Brimming with sensory beauty and emotional grace, it’s a literary escape to Provence.
Savor this story with French 75. Combine champagne (or sparkling elderflower soda), lemon, and rosemary for an effervescent, sophisticated, and oh-so-French indulgence.
Far From the A-List by Stephanie Burns
Spotlighting Selfhood
(Dec. 2025)
Burns’s heartfelt debut captures reinvention, family drama, and the universal search for authenticity when former child star Michaela Turner struggles to reinvent herself away from Hollywood glitz and family expectations.
Savor this story with Cranberry Old Fashioned. Combine bourbon (or a zero-proof whiskey alternative) with muddled cranberries and orange peel for a bittersweet but elegant blend that mirrors Michaela’s poignant journey.
Let’s Raise a Glass to the Must-Reads of Fall
Fall 2025’s lineup is rich with romance, history, suspense, and reinvention. Add the right autumn-inspired drink, and each story becomes a full experience. So pour yourself a glass, grab your favorite blanket, and let this season’s stories sweep you away.
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