If your fall reader quiz result is all about candlelight, whispered spells, and forests that seem alive, you’re a Cozy Witchy Reader through and through. These selections are perfect for curling up under a warm blanket, teacup in hand, surrounded by shadows and soft magic.

Perfect Cozy Witchy Reads

1. For the Wolf by Hannah Whitten

A dark fairytale fusion! Think Beauty and the Beast meets Little Red Riding Hood. Red, the second daughter destined for sacrifice, enters the Wilderwood only to discover that the Wolf is more human than monster, and her magic might be the key to saving everything.

2.The Witch of New York by Alex Hortis

A riveting true-crime piece that explores one of America’s first media sensational trials. Through Polly Bodine’s 1843 murder trial, author Alex Hortis reveals how yellow journalism and societal biases created a cultural circus and set the stage for today’s tabloid obsession.

3.Weyward by Emilia Hart

Weaving together the lives of three women across five centuries, this novel is about resilience, magic, and survival. From a 17th-century witch trial, to a WWII-era estate, to a modern woman escaping abuse, each Weyward woman holds a secret power that ties them together.

4.Witchcraft: A History in Thirteen Trials by Marion Gibson

A sweeping global history told through thirteen trials across Europe, Africa, and the Americas. Gibson examines witchcraft accusations and trials as a reflection of fear, power, gender, and colonialism, giving voice to those silenced by history.

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5.Neverthorn by Shannon Mayer

At nearly thirty, Harlow can’t seem to cast a rune without failure but fate calls her to be a Hero. Returning to Neverthorn Academy, she faces professors with grudges, a dark secret, and the possibility she might be destined not as Hero, but Villain.

6.An Ancient Witch’s Guide to Modern Dating by Cecilia Edward

When a love potion goes wrong, Thorn Scarhart, a 17th-century witch, is thrown 350 years into the future. Navigating indoor plumbing, online dating, and a charming curator’s brother, she finds herself in a hilarious, magical quest for love and belonging.

7.Bride by Ali Hazelwood

A marriage of convenience binds Misery Lark, a Vampire bride, to Alpha Werewolf Lowe Moreland. Full of tension, power struggles, and sizzling attraction, this paranormal romance asks what happens when enemies make the most dangerous match of all.

8.The God of the Woods by Liz Moore

In 1975, a camp counselor finds an empty bunk—Barbara Van Laar is missing, echoing her brother’s disappearance fourteen years earlier. Secrets, family power, and a chilling mystery unfold in this layered, atmospheric literary thriller.

9.The Ex Hex by Erin Sterling

Nine years ago, Vivi hexed her ex after a heartbreak thinking it was harmless. Now he’s back in town, chaos is breaking loose (talking cats, murderous toys, angry spirits), and the only way to stop it is to team up with the man she swore off forever!

10.Mate by Ali Hazelwood

Serena Paris, the first Human-Were hybrid, has become a target in a deadly power struggle. Alpha Koen Alexander vows to protect her whether she wants his help or not! In an intense paranormal romance packed with danger, loyalty, and longing.

11.Tourist Season by Brynne Weaver

In Cape Carnage, Harper tends her flowerbeds and disposes of troublesome tourists beneath them. Nolan arrives seeking revenge, but their uneasy truce soon spirals into obsession in this darkly funny, enemies-to-lovers romance full of secrets and sharp edges!

12.Curse of the Wolf King by Tessonja Odette

Captured by a cursed fae king, Gemma strikes a bargain: help him break his curse in exchange for freedom. But as their alliance deepens, desire grows, and Gemma must choose between saving the king or protecting her heart.

Why These Books Are Perfect for Cozy Witchy Vibes

  • Eerie and Enchanting Settings – ancient forests, secret societies, hidden magic, and shadow-filled paths.
  • Witchy Magic & Mythology – curses, secrets, and spells that blend seamlessly with emotion and romance.
  • Cozy Meets Mysterious – found families, romantic tension, and stories that warm your soul even in a cold, moody forest.

Final Thoughts

Whether you’re curled up with cinnamon scones by the fire or stealing a few chapters between tarot readings, these books will give you all the cozy witchy feels!

If your fall reading vibe is Cozy Witchy Reader, you’ll find yourself right at home with these books full of good vibes, powerful women, and a little magic!