As a reader, the autumn/fall time of the year is my favorite. The crisp air and cool weather permit a steaming cup of coffee and a nice book to settle down near a window with. I try to indulge in this every chance I get and over the years have accumulated a list of what I think would be the best books for this time of the year.

Disclaimer: I haven't read a few of these books, but it goes without saying that they're the perfect fit.

1. The Harry Potter series - JK Rowling

Settle down and dive into the world of Harry Potter! Each book starts in the fall and carries out through each season, but it's the perfect fit, filled with magic and fun for this time of year.

2. Fangirl - Rainbow Rowell

As a young woman starting college, I think it's important that every girl (or boy!) read this. It's an adorable novel following a socially awkward college freshman and her first-year experiences. This could honestly be read at any point in the year, but I think it fits best given the time of year it takes place, at the beginning of her freshman year in college.

3. Throne of Glass - Sarah J. Maas

Let's be real - fantasy is a great genre for fall. Full of adventure, suspense, and magic, Throne of Glass is a great read for the fall season.

4. Frankenstein - Mary Shelley

I mean... do I really even have to explain this one?

5. It - Stephen King

This is one of the one's I haven't had a chance to read (and probably never will because I hate clowns/really anything scary). But with the crazy clowns running around all corners of the US, you can spook yourself some more with It. Count me out.

6. Pride and Prejudice - Jane Austen

I don't read many classics, but when I do, they always tend to be in the fall. I'm currently in the middle of this one, and so far I'm loving it. Pride and Prejudice takes place during the fall (or maybe early spring, I don't remember; either way there's lots of rain and mud) and follows Elizabeth Bennett, one of many daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Bennett. Who just so happens to make the acquaintance of Mr. Darcy, a rather rude and indifferent rich man.

7. Dracula - Bram Stoker

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