Best Fall Books: Cozy Reads, Magical Romance, Thrills and Chills, & Sweatshirt Pairings for Autumn
Fall is upon us, and what better way to embrace the season than with a good book? At Be Threaded, we know that nothing beats curling up with a captivating story while wrapped in a cozy, autumn-themed sweatshirt. The crisp air, warm lattes, and the feel of your favorite Be Threaded sweater make for the perfect reading atmosphere.
To celebrate the season, we’ve curated a list of eight fall reads that perfectly complement the vibe of our new fall sweatshirt collection. Each book on this list will be paired with a Be Threaded sweatshirt designed to keep you stylish and snug as you get lost in its pages. Whether you’re diving into a spine-tingling thriller or escaping into a magical world, these pairings will have you feeling all the fall vibes.
Let’s dive in and find your perfect fall TBR (to be read) list, complete with cozy wardrobe essentials from Be Threaded!
1. The Ex Hex by Erin Sterling
Sweatshirt Pairing: Spooky Valentine Halloween Sweatshirt
The Ex Hex by Erin Sterling is a fun, witchy rom-com set in a small, magical town. The story follows Vivienne Jones, a young witch who, after a painful breakup, impulsively casts a lighthearted curse on her ex, Rhys Penhallow. Years later, when Rhys returns to town, strange magical mishaps begin to happen, and the two must team up to fix the chaos caused by the curse. Filled with humor, romance, and a sprinkle of magic, The Ex Hex blends lighthearted adventure with a charming, spooky atmosphere.
With its mix of romance and witchy vibes, The Ex Hex perfectly complements the Spooky Valentine sweatshirt. The story is full of magic, humor, and a little bit of love—just like the playful yet spooky heart design, creating a perfect balance of spooky and sweet.
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2. Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree
Sweatshirt Pairing: Falling Leaves Autumn Sweatshirt
Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree is a cozy, feel-good fantasy about Viv, a battle-weary orc who decides to leave behind her adventuring days to open a coffee shop in a quiet town. Determined to introduce the locals to the wonders of coffee, Viv faces various challenges in getting her shop up and running. Along the way, she forms new friendships, finds unexpected allies, and creates a space where people from all walks of life can come together. It's a heartwarming story about community, fresh starts, and finding comfort in the simple things.
This cozy, feel-good fantasy is the ideal pairing for the Falling Leaves Autumn sweatshirt. Both the book and sweatshirt evoke the warm, comforting vibes of fall, perfect for curling up with a cup of coffee on a crisp autumn day.
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3. Masters of Death by Olivie Blake
Sweatshirt Pairing: Dancing Skeletons Halloween Sweatshirt
Masters of Death by Olivie Blake is a darkly humorous fantasy that follows a unique cast of supernatural characters. At its center is Viola Marek, a vampire realtor who faces the tricky task of trying to sell a haunted house. But this isn’t just any haunted house—it's home to a stubborn ghost who refuses to leave. Viola seeks help from Fox D'Mora, a medium who also happens to be the godson of Death himself, to deal with the ghostly situation. Meanwhile, Viola attends a support group for creatures of the night, adding quirky humor to the story. Together, they dive into a world of supernatural intrigue, balancing the real estate conundrum with life-and-death stakes and plenty of supernatural drama.
A novel involving death and the afterlife fits perfectly with the Dancing Skeletons sweatshirt. The playful skeletons on the sweatshirt match the dark humor and intrigue in Masters of Death, which brings together supernatural elements like death, demons, and ghosts with a quirky twist.
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4. The Halloween Tree by Ray Bradbury
Sweatshirt Pairing: Pumpkin Parade Halloween Sweatshirt
The Halloween Tree by Ray Bradbury is a spooky adventure that follows a group of boys on Halloween night as they search for their missing friend, Pip. Led by the mysterious Mr. Moundshroud, they embark on a journey through time and different cultures to explore the history and origins of Halloween. As they travel through ancient Egypt, medieval Europe, and more, the boys learn about death, the afterlife, and the significance of Halloween traditions. It's a magical, eerie tale about friendship, fear, and the deeper meaning of Halloween.
Ray Bradbury's The Halloween Tree takes readers on a haunting adventure, just like the playful and whimsical vibes of the Pumpkin Parade sweatshirt. Both celebrate the spirit of Halloween in a way that’s spooky but fun.
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5. Pet Sematary by Stephen King
Sweatshirt Pairing: Cozy Canine Halloween Sweatshirt
Pet Sematary by Stephen King is a chilling horror novel about Louis Creed, who moves with his family to a rural town in Maine. Near their new home is a mysterious burial ground known as the "Pet Sematary," where local pets are buried. After tragedy strikes, Louis discovers that the cemetery has a dark power—the ability to bring the dead back to life, but with terrifying consequences. As grief and desperation lead him to make dangerous decisions, Louis learns that some things are better left dead. The novel explores themes of loss, grief, and the consequences of defying nature.
The dark and chilling themes of Pet Sematary involve beloved pets and the sinister power of resurrection, making it a hauntingly fitting choice for the Cozy Canine sweatshirt. The sweatshirt’s playful pet theme contrasts with the book’s eerie canine connections, making for an interesting and spooky juxtaposition.
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6. A Botanical Daughter by Noah Medlock
Sweatshirt Pairing: Ghost Gardener Sweatshirt
It is an unusual thing, to live in a botanical garden. But Simon and Gregor are an unusual pair of gentlemen. Hidden away in their glass sanctuary from the disapproving tattle of Victorian London, they are free to follow their own interests without interference. For Simon, this means long hours in the dark basement workshop, working his taxidermical art. Gregor's business is exotic plants – lucrative, but harmless enough. Until his latest acquisition, a strange fungus which shows signs of intellect beyond any plant he's seen, inspires him to attempt a masterwork: true intelligent life from plant matter.
Driven by the glory he'll earn from the Royal Horticultural Society for such an achievement, Gregor ignores the flaws in his plan: that intelligence cannot be controlled; that plants cannot be reasoned with; and that the only way his plant-beast will flourish is if he uses a recently deceased corpse for the substrate.
The experiment – or Chloe, as she is named – outstrips even Gregor's expectations, entangling their strange household. But as Gregor's experiment flourishes, he wilts under the cost of keeping it hidden from jealous eyes. The mycelium grows apace in this sultry greenhouse. But who is cultivating whom?
Told with wit and warmth, this is an extraordinary tale of family, fungus and more than a dash of bloody revenge from an exciting new voice in queer horror.
With its atmospheric blend of gardening, magic, and ghostly secrets, A Botanical Daughter beautifully complements the Ghost Gardener sweatshirt. Both the novel and sweatshirt capture a haunting yet serene feeling, perfect for readers who love a quiet, mystical fall read.
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7. Ink Blood Sister Scribe by Emma Törzs
Sweatshirt Pairing: Reading Ghosts Embroidered Sweatshirt
For generations, the Kalotay family has guarded a collection of ancient and rare books. Books that let a person walk through walls or manipulate the elements--books of magic that half-sisters Joanna and Esther have been raised to revere and protect.
All magic comes with a price, though, and for years the sisters have been separated. Esther has fled to a remote base in Antarctica to escape the fate that killed her own mother, and Joanna's isolated herself in their family home in Vermont, devoting her life to the study of these cherished volumes. But after their father dies suddenly while reading a book Joanna has never seen before, the sisters must reunite to preserve their family legacy. In the process, they'll uncover a world of magic far bigger and more dangerous than they ever imagined, and all the secrets their parents kept hidden; secrets that span centuries, continents, and even other libraries . . .
Because Ink Blood Sister Scribe is filled with magical books, hidden libraries, and family secrets, it pairs effortlessly with the Reading Ghosts sweatshirt. The literary and supernatural themes in Ink Blood Sister Scribe align well with the imagery of ghosts reading books, celebrating the power of stories and the unseen.
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8. Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
Sweatshirt Pairing: Spooky Season Halloween Sweatshirt
After receiving a frantic letter from her newly-wed cousin begging for someone to save her from a mysterious doom, Noemí Taboada heads to High Place, a distant house in the Mexican countryside. She’s not sure what she will find—her cousin’s husband, a handsome Englishman, is a stranger, and Noemí knows little about the region.
Noemí is also an unlikely rescuer: She’s a glamorous debutante, and her chic gowns and perfect red lipstick are more suited for cocktail parties than amateur sleuthing. But she’s also tough and smart, with an indomitable will, and she is not afraid: Not of her cousin’s new husband, who is both menacing and alluring; not of his father, the ancient patriarch who seems to be fascinated by Noemí; and not even of the house itself, which begins to invade Noemí’s dreams with visions of blood and doom.
Her only ally in this inhospitable abode is the family’s youngest son. Shy and gentle, he seems to want to help Noemí, but might also be hiding dark knowledge of his family’s past. For there are many secrets behind the walls of High Place. The family’s once colossal wealth and faded mining empire kept them from prying eyes, but as Noemí digs deeper she unearths stories of violence and madness.
And Noemí, mesmerized by the terrifying yet seductive world of High Place, may soon find it impossible to ever leave this enigmatic house behind.
This gothic horror novel, set in a decaying mansion with dark secrets, brings a mix of eerie suspense and supernatural twists, making it a great pairing for the Spooky Season sweatshirt.
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There’s nothing quite like the combination of a great fall book and a cozy, seasonal sweatshirt to embrace the autumn season. At Be Threaded, we’ve designed our fall collection to match the vibe of your favorite reads, making every moment spent with a book that much more enjoyable. Whether you’re into heartwarming fantasies or spine-chilling thrillers, we’ve got a sweatshirt to keep you warm and stylish all season long.
So grab a cup of coffee, choose your next read, and wrap yourself in the comfort of Be Threaded. Happy reading—and happy fall!
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