With fall just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to cozy up with a good book. Whether you’re looking for a thrilling mystery, a heartwarming romance, or a thought-provoking novel, there are plenty of great reads to choose from this season.

Here are the top ten books on my fall 2020 to-read list:

1. “The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue” by V.E. Schwab – This highly-anticipated novel follows the story of a young woman who makes a Faustian bargain to live forever, but is cursed to be forgotten by everyone she meets.

2. “Leave the World Behind” by Rumaan Alam – This gripping thriller tells the story of a family vacation turned nightmare when a mysterious couple shows up at their rental home, claiming to be the owners.

3. “Anxious People” by Fredrik Backman – From the bestselling author of “A Man Called Ove” comes this heartwarming and humorous novel about a bank robbery gone wrong and the unlikely connections that form between the hostages and the robber.

4. “Transcendent Kingdom” by Yaa Gyasi – This powerful novel explores family, faith, and addiction as it follows a young Ghanaian woman studying neuroscience at Stanford University.

5. “The Searcher” by Tana French – In this atmospheric mystery, a retired Chicago detective moves to a small town in Ireland and becomes entangled in a missing person case that may be more than it seems.

6. “The Once and Future Witches” by Alix E. Harrow – Set in an alternate history version of 1893 America, this spellbinding novel follows three sisters who must harness their magical powers to fight for women’s rights.

7. “Magic Lessons” by Alice Hoffman – In this prequel to Hoffman’s beloved novel “Practical Magic,” we learn the origin story of the Owens family and the legacy of magic that haunts them.

8. “The Pull of the Stars” by Emma Donoghue – Set during the 1918 flu pandemic, this gripping novel follows a nurse working in a maternity ward as she navigates love, loss, and the fight to save lives.

9. “The Midnight Library” by Matt Haig – In this imaginative novel, a woman discovers a library that allows her to explore the different paths her life could have taken, leading to a journey of self-discovery and second chances.

10. “Is This Anything?” by Jerry Seinfeld – In this hilarious collection of jokes, anecdotes, and musings, Seinfeld reflects on his decades-long career in comedy and the absurdities of everyday life.

As the days get shorter and the weather gets cooler, there’s no better time to curl up with a good book. Whether you’re in the mood for a thrilling mystery, a heartwarming romance, or a thought-provoking novel, these top ten books are sure to provide hours of entertainment and inspiration this fall. So grab a cup of tea, put on your coziest sweater, and dive into a new literary adventure!