8 YA Books to Put On Your Fall TBR
The air is crisp, the leaves are falling, the pumpkin apple Bath & Body Works candle is burning. It’s time for another cozy autumn season! If you’re gathering your TBR list, you’ll want to add these eight titles to guarantee a great spooky season of reading.
Let’s Split Up by Bill Wood
Genre: Thriller / Horror
If you love classic slasher flicks and dark humor, this one’s for you. A group of teens trapped in a deadly game where the rules are written in blood? Yes, please. Let’s Split Up is clever, creepy, and just meta enough to make you side-eye every horror trope you thought you loved. Perfect for fans of Scream or There’s Someone Inside Your House. Bonus: it’s inspired by Scooby-doo.
Everything She Does is Magic by Bridget Morrissey
Genre: Fantasy / Romance
Need a bit of magical charm to balance the fall chills? This whimsical and heartwarming story is all about love, second chances, and literal sparks flying. With cozy vibes and magical realism, it’s the ideal book to read during a rainy autumn afternoon—when the world already feels a little more enchanted.
Den of Liars by Jessica S. Olson
Genre: Fantasy / Romance
A high-stakes magical heist, a stolen heart, and two dangerous brothers—what could go wrong? Den of Liars is full of secrets, betrayal, and slow-burn tension. Perfect for fans of dark fantasy with a romantic twist.
Dark and Shallow Lies by Ginny Myers Sain
Genre: Paranormal / Mystery
Welcome to La Cachette, Louisiana—a town full of secrets and psychics. This atmospheric read is dripping with Southern Gothic vibes and an eerie sense of dread. As the main character searches for her missing friend, the truth becomes more elusive—and more dangerous. It’s haunting, lyrical, and impossible to put down.
The Book of Living Secrets by Madeleine Roux
Genre: Fantasy / Horror
Two best friends fall into the pages of their favorite gothic novel—and discover that the story is far darker than they ever imagined. The Book of Living Secrets is the ultimate read for book lovers who want their fiction with a side of nightmare fuel. It’s twisted, meta, and totally unforgettable.
House of Salt and Sorrows by Erin A. Craig
Genre: Gothic Fantasy / Horror
This retelling of The Twelve Dancing Princesses is moody, mysterious, and laced with ghostly terror. Set in a remote manor by the sea, the story follows a family haunted by death and suspicion. With lush writing and eerie atmosphere, House of Salt and Sorrows is a perfect fall pick.
Here Lies a Vengeful Bitch by Codie Crawley
Genre: Horror / Thriller
With a title that pulls no punches, this unapologetically fierce debut is about reclaiming power—and making sure everyone who wronged you pays. Gritty, bold, and wickedly smart, Here Lies a Vengeful Bitch is for every reader who’s ever wanted to burn it all down (fictionally, of course).
Kingdom of the Wicked by Kerri Maniscalco
Genre: Fantasy / Dark Romance
Witches, demons, and a murder mystery? Sign us up. This bestselling YA fantasy blends dark magic with romance and intrigue, all set in a lush Italian-inspired world. It’s gripping, seductive, and perfect for readers who like their fall reads with a little heat and a whole lot of mystery.
Make sure you grab a copy from The Reading Chamber and curl up with a cup of pumpkin spice latte!
