Fall Favorites: Books, Podcasts, and Movies for Cozy Times

Cozy, thoughtful picks for a season of reflection

Fall invites a slower pace. After the outward energy of summer, we turn inward—toward reflection, meaning, and quiet joy. It’s the perfect season to curl up with a good book, listen to stories that move you, or revisit films that feel like home.

Here are a few personal favorites to inspire your fall reading, listening, and watching.

🌿 What to Read This Fall

📖 Traveling with Pomegranates by Sue Monk Kidd & Ann Kidd Taylor
A beautifully written mother-daughter memoir set across Greece, Turkey, and France. It explores life transitions, identity, and the evolving bond between parent and child.

📖 The Language of Flowers by Vanessa Diffenbaugh
A moving novel about a young woman who expresses herself through the symbolic language of flowers. Emotional, hopeful, and unforgettable.

📖 Britt-Marie Was Here by Fredrik Backman
A tender, quietly humorous story of a 63-year-old woman rediscovering purpose and connection in unexpected ways.

🎧 What to Listen To

🎙️ The Jane Healy Happy Hour
Smart, engaging conversations with bestselling authors—perfect if you love historical fiction, writing insights, and literature in general.

🎙️ The Moth
True stories told live—raw, human, authentic stories ranging from humorous to deeply moving. Ideal for walks on an autumn day.

🎙️ On Being with Krista Tippett
Thoughtful conversations exploring spirituality, science, creativity, and what it means to live a meaningful life.

🌸 What to Watch

🎬 The Sound of Music
A timeless classic based on the real-life Von Trapp family. Warm, uplifting, and perfect for a cozy night in.

🎬 Hocus Pocus
Lighthearted Halloween fun with just the right amount of nostalgia and mischief.

🎬 Mary Poppins
A magical, music-filled story set in London. The original with Julie Andrews is iconic, and Mary Poppins Returns, with Emily Blunt, carries on the spirit and brings its own charm.

🌼 A Gentle Invitation

Fall is a season of soft transitions—of letting go and settling in. Take a walk among changing leaves, revisit old dreams, or simply pause with a cup of tea.

I hope these recommendations bring a sense of calm, comfort, and inspiration to your days.

What are you reading, listening to, or watching this fall?