My August 2026 reading recap featuring standout romances, cozy mysteries, thrillers, series guides, and the books currently keeping me entertained. August was a BIG reading month around here. The kids went back to school, which apparently means I suddenly have time to read all the books again, and I finished 35 books this month. 😂 … Continue reading August 2026 Reading Recap: Fall Reading Has Officially Taken Over
It’s Not What You Think by Clare Mackintosh
A twisty Clare Mackintosh thriller with a standout full cast audiobook. Goodreads Release date: September 22, 2026 Publisher: Sourcebooks Audio Genre: Mystery/Thriller Narrators: Richard Armitage, Samuel Barnett, Tuppence Middleton and Vineeta Rishi Synopsis: He has a secret. She knows he's lying… YOU THINK YOU KNOW THE PEOPLE YOU LOVE Nadeeka is certain Jamie is having … Continue reading It’s Not What You Think by Clare Mackintosh
Falling for Peachtree Bluff by Kristy Woodson Harvey
A Cozy Southern Family Drama Full of Small Town Charm, Family Secrets, and Fall Reading Vibes Goodreads | Falling For Peachtree Bluff Release date: September 15, 2026 Publisher: Gallery Genre: Contemporary Fiction Synopsis: Welcome to Peachtree a sweet, cozy small town where family is everything. The “go-to for elevated beach reads,” (People), Kristy Woodson Harvey, … Continue reading Falling for Peachtree Bluff by Kristy Woodson Harvey
A Fall to Remember by Ellie Alexander
A cozy fall romance review filled with small town charm, autumn vibes, foodie moments, and a sweet romance. Goodreads | A Fall to Remember Release date: September 1, 2026 Publisher: Storm Genre: Contemporary Romance Synopsis: If you love cozy small-town settings, swoon-worthy autumn vibes, second-chance romance, and The Gilmore Girls, pour yourself a pumpkin spice … Continue reading A Fall to Remember by Ellie Alexander
🍂 7 September 2026 Book Releases Worth Adding to Your Fall TBR
September 2026 brings an especially good mix of new books, from cozy mysteries and swoony romances to emotional book club fiction and twisty thrillers. These are the seven September releases I’ve read and recommend for your fall TBR. September is when I officially start getting excited about fall reading. Give me crisp weather settings, small … Continue reading 🍂 7 September 2026 Book Releases Worth Adding to Your Fall TBR
The Silent Appeal by Janice Hallett Review
A Clever Epistolary Mystery Filled With Secrets, Misdirection, and Amateur Theater Drama Goodreads | The Silent Appeal Release date: September 1, 2026 Publisher: Atria Genre: Mystery/Thriller Synopsis: From “modern Agatha Christie” (The Sunday Times, London) Janice Hallett, a follow-up to her blockbuster debut novel The Appeal, featuring the Fairway Players as they put on Agatha … Continue reading The Silent Appeal by Janice Hallett Review
Kelly Ranch Series by Julia Wolf
A spoiler free guide to a spicy, emotional small town romance series set in Wyoming Series at a Glance Series: Kelly Ranch Author: Julia Wolf Genre: Contemporary Romance Setting: Sugar Brush, Wyoming Format: Interconnected standalone romances Audiobook Narrators: Emma Wilder & Sean Masters Overall Series Rating: 4 stars What is the Kelly Ranch series about? … Continue reading Kelly Ranch Series by Julia Wolf
Pumpkin Vice Café by Ellie Alexander
A cozy fall mystery filled with delicious baked treats, autumn vibes, wedding drama, and a clever murder investigation in Ellie Alexander’s Bakeshop Mysteries. Goodreads | The Pumpkin Vice Cafe Release date: September 29, 2026 Publisher: Minotaur Genre: Cozy Mystery Synopsis: Another delicious installment in the Bakeshop Series set in Ashland, OR! As autumn settles over … Continue reading Pumpkin Vice Café by Ellie Alexander
Edam and Weep by Linda Reilly
A family centered cozy mystery that raises the stakes for Carly, brings even more heart to Balsam Dell, and delivers my favorite installment of the series so far. Goodreads | Edam and Weep Release date: July 9, 2025 Publisher: Beyond the Page Genre: Cozy Mystery Synopsis: When a fundraiser turns fatal, Carly Hale is confronted … Continue reading Edam and Weep by Linda Reilly
You Feta Watch Out by Linda Reilly
A festive Balsam Dell mystery filled with Christmas cheer, old friends, found family, and enough cheesy puns to make any cozy mystery reader smile. Goodreads | You Feta Watch Out Release date: November 19, 2024 Publisher: Poisoned Pen Press Genre: Cozy Mystery Synopsis: Humbug! leads to Homicide! in the new Grilled Cheese Mystery by Linda … Continue reading You Feta Watch Out by Linda Reilly
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