Rather than post a daily recommendation and spam your inboxes (sorry about that) here are the remainder of the '31 Days of October' book recommendations.

20th - Someone Who Knows by J. Elle Ross

Suspenseful psychological thriller where the main character has the uncanny ability to see through the eyes of the killer. Clear depictions of ptsd and anxiety that will keep you turning the page.

21st - A Dead End Job by Justin Alcala

Supernatural mystery with a heavy dose of the comedic. Death takes a vacation and an unwitting, and unwilling, man bumbles through filling in Death's shoes.

22nd - The Blight by Andrew Dart

An unknown sickness is terrorizing the children of a small town and the only guardians against it are the cats. Fans of The Warriors series are sure to love this tale.

23rd - Ugly Stories about Terrible People Doing Horrible Things by Tobin Elliot

A collection of short stories about, you guessed it, terrible people doing horrible things. The perfect book for someone who wants to finish a story in one sitting without dedicating too much of their time.

24th - In the Woods by Tana French

Cold cases mingled with a fresh murder mystery. Fans of the TV show Broadchurch will devour this book.

25th - Veil Haven by Anne Kelley

Crytpids and Appalachian mythology come alive in this chilling tale. The main character has a super power, she sees everything that happens in town, literally. This town has many secrets and rules. Be careful of what lurks in the shadows.

26th - The Second Life of Jonathan Sendel by Jeffery Ashkin

Murder mystery blended with science fiction. Jonathan Sendel, a popular author in the near future, is murdered. Now it's up to his clone to solve the mystery. A true page turner and one of my favorites.

27th - One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig

One of the few books made popular by 'booktok' that I think is deserving of the hype. This dark gothic fantasy is unique and clever. My favorite character is the Nightmare.

28th - Until Summer Comes Around by Glenn Rolfe

Vampires definitely don't sparkle in this 80's inspired historical fiction horror. A teenage boy gets more than he bargains for when he begins having feelings for a mysterious girl.

29th - Marigolds and Murder by A.K Ikezoe

Genre blending at its finest! Set in the 1950s with notes of the fantastical, Katsumi Okazaki uses a little something extra to solve her private detective cases. WWII history, murder mystery, and magic.

30th - What Moves the Dead by T. Kingfisher

From the brilliant mind of T. Kingfisher comes What Moves the Dead. A botanical horror that is chilling and short enough to be read in a single sitting. (A House With Good Bones by the same author is also very good for spooky season)

31st - Dear Debbie by Frieda McFadden

With a plethora of jaw dropping moments, Dear Debbie is the final recommendation for October. Marriage is tested and rose bushes are destroyed in this suburban thriller. Don't test a housewife with a high IQ and too much time on her hands.

I hope you're able to enjoy any of these spooky recommendations and would love to hear your thoughts if you've read any of these titles.

Happy Reading Friends :)

Hello, my lovely friends, and happy fall!

We are well into October, and I do believe the tea room is at its very best this time of year. Everything feels warm and comfy, plus we've reached the season where cozy fantasies truly thrive.

We've got quite a lot to catch up on this month! There are some very exciting things happening in our little corner of the publishing world, including a beautiful new special edition, some behind-the-scenes peeks at our next release, and a whole section full of autumn adventures from our community.

So find yourself a comfortable spot, pour something warm, and let's catch up!

Let's Talk Reviews!

Can you believe Twig's Traveling Tomes has officially been out in the world for over a month? Time has flown!

There's something surreal about watching a story that started as a whimsical idea become a real live book sitting on people's shelves. It's been a joy to experience alongside Gryffin and YOU this year.

I hope this book has brought you comfort and maybe a giggle or two this season.

And if you've finished reading, I have one small favor to ask!

If you enjoyed Twig's Traveling Tomes, would you consider leaving a review? It doesn't have to be long or eloquent. Even a few sentences about what you loved can make a huge difference in how the word spreads.

Reviews help new readers discover our books, support the authors who pour their hearts into these stories, and help us continue bringing more cozy fantasies into the world.

You can leave a review wherever you purchased your book, plus copy and paste it to:

• Goodreads

• Storygraph

• Amazon

• Barnes & Noble

Every single review means more than you know to myself, this publishing house, and our authors. Thank you for helping our cozy stories find their people!

A First Look at Ash's Airborne Apothecary

Speaking of stories finding their people, we're already hard at work on our next Cozy Quill adventure!

Ash's Airborne Apothecary by Gryffin Murphy is bringing us a flying apothecary, plant magic, a magical heist, and another lovely found family. And I am SO excited for you to enter the world she's creating for this book.

One of my favorite parts of bringing a book to life is watching an artist interpret a story and begin turning all those ideas and feelings into something you can actually see (and hold!).

Which brings me to some very exciting news...

We're thrilled to share that Midori Kusano, our Twig's Traveling Tomes cover artist, will be creating the cover art for Ash's Airborne Apothecary!

We adore working with Midori and feel so lucky they wanted to connect with us again. And since Ash's is existing in the Twig's universe, it felt right to keep the covers connected. I can't wait to share more!

An extra treat for our paid Cozy Quill members:

Because I know some of you love the behind-the-scenes details just as much as I do, I've made a special video talking more about the creative concept behind the cover, the inspiration, and what we're hoping to capture with this artwork.

[Watch the exclusive behind-the-scenes cover concept video here]

SURPRISE! Recipes for an Unexpected Afterlife Is Getting a Special Edition!

I have been waiting to share this one!

Our very first Cozy Quill book, Recipes for an Unexpected Afterlife by Deston J. Munden, is getting a gorgeous exclusive edition with Satisfiction Box as their January featured book!

If you've been with us since the beginning, you'll know how special this story is to me and all of us. It's a book that feels like a warm meal, and I am delighted that it's getting this beautiful new edition from Satisfiction. They do incredible work in the bookish space, lifting up authors of color and ensuring their editions are the highest quality.

This exclusive edition will include:

• A signed copy by Deston J. Munden

• A new dust jacket illustrated by @philippas_illustrations, complete with foiling and embossing

• Illustrated endpapers by green446004

• Three-sided designed edges by @alyesasworld

• Hardcover foiling by @green446004

• A matching bookmark

Here's what you need to know if you'd like a copy:

Subscription waitlist invitations begin going out November 1, in the order people joined the waitlist.

If spots remain, public subscriptions will open November 5 at 12 PM CST.

[JOIN THE SATISFICTION WAITLIST]

The Tea Room's Autumn Notice Board

Now, before you head off to your next adventure, there's something I want to show you. Our October theme is The Tea Room's Autumn Notice Board, and I asked our community to share little glimpses of autumn including what you're reading, brewing, baking, exploring, or simply looking forward to.

So, let's see what's been pinned to the board, shall we?

📌 Denise sent over this gorgeous photo she snapped at an outdoor sculpture park. She says if she could caption it, it would say: "Dragon School applications are now open. Apprentices will learn not only how to ride a dragon, but how to befriend, care for, and communicate with your new companion. Classes begin this fall. Apply now for the adventure of a lifetime!"

LOVE THIS DENISE!

Em sent us a photo of her newly adopted cat, Dale! Isn't this the sweetest picture? Em says:

"This is my sweet boy, Dale. We adopted him from a shelter a couple of months ago. He was a biter when he first got here, but he’s been adapting wonderfully! He loves to play on the stairs with a long yarn “toy” that I crocheted. He loves snuggling with blankets. We love him!"

There's something so special about adopting a new pet, especially around the fall when you're cozying up at home and slowing down. We're wishing you the happiest life, Dale!

Micah sent us a shot of her latest cozy read in the coziest chair set up! I've been eyeing this one after finishing up Rewitched. Do you have these on your fall TBR?

Currently burning: Maple Glazed Doughnuts

Britty sent this one in and I can smell it thorugh the screen! She says:

"This is from my favorite candle company, 320 Sycamore Candle Co. in Missouri, and the gal who owns it is seriously the sweetest. I’ve followed her on Instagram for a while, and I told her I had to stop by. The second I walked in, she called me by name and was so warm and lovely.

I’ve been saving this Maple Glazed Doughnuts one for fall ever since. It instantly made my home feel warm and cozy and put me straight into a fall mood. I'm happy to be supporting a small, female owned business!

An Evening at Parnassus Books with Gryffin Murphy

Before we finish our tea, I have one more thing to share!

Last month, we celebrated the release of Twig's Traveling Tomes at Parnassus Books in Nashville, and I got to sit down with author Gryffin Murphy in person for a conversation about the book.

We talked about the story, the characters, the journey of bringing Twig's into the world, and some of the fun little details that make this adventure so special.

For those of you who couldn't join us in person, I wanted to make sure you had a chance to be part of the evening, too.

So pull up a beanbag chair and join us!

[Watch our conversation at Parnassus Books]

Before You Go

Thank you for being part of this cozy little corner of the world. I hope this autumn brings you all the rest, little adventures, and SO MANY reasons to smile. Whatever this season holds for you, there's always a chair waiting here at the tea room. The kettle's on, and you're always welcome.

Until our tea time resumes,

Meg