Fall is the perfect season for reading. The nights get cooler, candles come out, and suddenly my to-be-read list grows tenfold. But lately, I realized I wasn’t reading as much as I wanted, so I gave myself a reset: setting up my fall TBR using my Daily Grind reading planner and their Autumn Reading List insert.
Why Reading Fuels My Writing
As a writer, reading is part of my creative process. It sparks new ideas, expands my imagination, and makes me a stronger storyteller. That’s why I’m treating my fall TBR like an intentional ritual, not just a random stack of books.
How I’m Setting It Up
Instead of writing directly onto the Autumn Reading List insert, I’m using sticky notes to draft my TBR. That way, I can shuffle books around, swap titles in and out, and adjust for my reading mood. Right now, my September lineup includes:
- The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches (witchy, cozy)
- Hour of the Pumpkin Queen (perfect for Halloween vibes)
Comfort + New Reads
I’m balancing comfort re-reads (like Twilight or ACOTAR) with new-to-me seasonal reads. This way, I get the cozy familiarity of old favorites but also the excitement of discovering something fresh.
✨ Takeaway: If you’re building your fall TBR, try mixing old comfort reads with one or two new seasonal picks. It’s the perfect way to keep reading regularly.
👉 What’s on your fall TBR this year?
Elizabeth Yuen 