my favorite books to read in autumn 🍂

[@DarlingDesi]

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[@gretchenkoontz2836]

I’ve read the trilogy of Discovery of Witches. Absolutely a favorite!! Each book got better and better!! Loved everything about it!! I agree I enjoyed The Night Circus but it was just a bit slow. And The Graveyard Book, AMAZING! I would recommend Mina: The Dracula Story Continues by Elaine Bergstrom. I read it years ago, and loved it. I’m new to your channel and absolutely love your content! Perfection!

[@moftheinternets606]

read the great witch of britanny and that series its like practical magic but for me even better

[@sophiaisabelle027]

Hi Darling Desi. I know for a fact that your aesthetics are unique. It’s cool to see your background looking like something out of a vintage bookstore. I hope you continue to do well with making content. Best of luck.

[@DarlingDesi]

Thank you so much Sophia!! 🥹🧡

[@neellustrations]

couldnt agree more, your videos are the best part of my days, i have recently been going through a bad time in my life but your videos make me feel so calm and happy

[@evelynlouise6788]

all books mentioned: - practical magic series by alice hoffman. - nancy drew books by carolyn keene. - curse of the day by annabel chase. - garlic & the vampire by bree paulson. - legends and lattes by travis baldree. - a discovery of witches by deborah harkness. - the october country by ray bradbury. - from the dust returned by ray bradbury. - the very secret society of irregular witches by sangu madanna. - fangs by sandra anderson. - the dark descent of elizabeth frankenstein by kiersten white. - the adventures of sherlock holmes by sir arthur conan doyle. - as chimney sweepers come to dust by alan bradley. - dracul by j.d. barker & dacre stoker. - the distant hours by kate morton. - the graveyard book by neil gaiman. drop any another recs below!!

[@natalyaporter5730]

I recommend any Nora Roberts book - specifically I think it’s called the ‘Dancing on Air’ trilogy. I’ve only read part of the first one but it was very good so far - very cosy

[@baus7]

All full of Witchcraft.

[@vanessanicole516]

I have when you trap a tiger.. All about a Tiger Curse the day by Annabel Chase.. The Ex Hex.. Sweet Tea & Spells.. & The Hocus Pocus Book

[@GinaBlythe]

I like the Asylum series by Madeline Roux.

[@wangxiao2019]

Daughter of the forest

[@hockey0013]

I would loveeee to hear your book recommendations for those of us who like to embrace the autumn season itself, but aren’t into anything scary or Halloween related. Just all the coziness, nature, and the comfort of fall. ☕️🍂🍁

[@Vickythinks-1]

I can really listen to you for days talk about book that you love, that want to read and re-read. You inspire me to read and have that craving to immers my self into new stories aswell🤎🤎🤍🤍🧡🧡💛💛

[@laughsmile7026]

Your aesthetic and your talent in videography are extraordinary! Your videos feel like a warm hug, that's the only way I can describe it! ❤️

[@DarlingDesi]

Thank you so much for saying that 🥹🧡🫶🏻

[@estherwelsch3578]

I love your videos so much! Started binge-watching them yesterday and already decorated far autumn, made a movie list, bucket list etc…just amazing vibes :) 🍂❤️

[@DarlingDesi]

Oh my goodness hello new friend! 😃🧡🥰 That sounds so amazing and perfect to kick off autumn! I still need to make my bucketlist for this year ☺️

[@rachelgoor]

I did the same exact thing!

[@marinasavin3795]

Same here ! 😊 The best YT channel ever, thank you Desi for your work, I’m in love with this cozy atmosphere ❤️

[@rachelgoor]

@@marinasavin3795 I second that! This channel is my happy place. 🤍

[@victoryhawks2630]

I ordered some autumn decor from Homegoods and TJ Maxx. Can't wait for spooky season! Summer is not giving up atm...sigh

[@sophieisprofound]

You always upload at the perfect time - just made a cup of tea in my new pumpkin mug! 📖☕️🍂🎃 thanks Desi, can’t wait to watch this!

[@DarlingDesi]

Oh my goodness that sounds lovely 😍 I hope you enjoy the video (and your tea ☕️) 🧡

[@tracyjordan4477]

Yes! I've read the entire Practical Magic series! I still have all my old Nancy Drew books ( I'm 53). Ahh....Autumn vibes!

[@m8nswell]

I recommended this under your last video aswell but I'm gonna recommend it again in case anyone's interested: Prose and Cons by Amanda Flower is a really lovely cozy murder mystery set in autumn, with a magical tree in a bookshop, a cat, a crow and a bookclub hosting an Edgar Allan Poe reading. it's really lovely! edit: someone just pointed out to me that it's actually part of a series (and the 2nd one at that) which I had no idea cause it reads like a standalone but I guess it's probably best to start at Crime and Poetry. (which I'm gonna read as soon as I can get my hands on it)

[@kristyhenson473]

I would pay to be able to read that again for the first time! It was so good

[@m8nswell]

@@kristyhenson473 same! but I feel like it's also still great as a re-read, even though the mystery is kind of gone, the atmosphere is still there🌺🌻🍁

[@kristyhenson473]

@@m8nswell very true

[@pinkfairy18]

I will try it out ! Thank you for the recommendation 🪐

[@moorin7455]

I already love the title.

[@ELizbeth135]

The Graveyard Book is one of my Al time favorites! The audiobook with the full cast is pretty incredible!

[@nicip79]

Thank you for sharing! I wanted to mention that A discovery of witches was made into a small series on Sundance now. They did a wonderful job of matching the feeling and story to the books. The actors are all amazing and it’s a great fall watch!!

[@robinowens9635]

Practical Magic is my all time favorite book. I love that she decided to write a series

[@autumnvanessa7139]

Hello Desi, I was so happy when I saw you posted a new video! September is a lovely time but at the same time, school starts and as a new teacher, it makes me anxious. That's why i love your videos, they calm me down and remind me, that there are so many things to appreciate during this wonderful season!🍂

[@EveryFurtherMile]

Your videography is always so beautiful!!!!!!! I can't get over how much I love how you put together videos. What a vibe!

[@DarlingDesi]

Wow thank you so much for saying that 🥹🧡

[@justteething8428]

Darling Desi is like the Taylor Swift of this comfy cozy romanticizing your life KZbin world. The best vibes always

[@DarlingDesi]

Best compliment ever 😭😭😭😭

[@justteething8428]

@@DarlingDesi omg you totally deserve it, you are the queen 👸

[@courtneyburton2317]

Desi I can't even say how happy your videos make me. It has been such a tough summer. Thank you so much

[@kiraasay1384]

So many of these went straight into my Amazon cart- thanks for the recommendations! I would so love to do another Gilmore Girls readathon this fall! 🍁🍂📚☕️

[@magsibule981]

I moved to a tropical island and I am living through your videos every season ! I miss the 4 season weather but your videos always make me feel so much better, they are so comforting ! Thank you for your work and all the books recommendations, I will try to read some to feel the autumn vibe !

[@rebekahcamp5556]

Hi Desi! I am once again recommending the Lockwood & co books because they are so perfect for fall and I'm hoping that at least one person sees this comment and takes me up on this. Middle grade, set in London, with a group of young teenagers who run a company called Lockwood and Co that takes care of ghosts and supernatural phenomena that are plaguing the citizens of London. The first book (The Screaming Staircase) is set in fall, and it's soo spooky but also cosy, with descriptions of all the food they eat between cases, and the fun tumble-down house where they live. I think it's super underrated and I want to see more people read it!

[@FutureMrsWarwick]

Just checked it out on Libby. Thanks for the recommendation.

[@Soussand]

I'll have a look next time I'll go to the bookshops!!

[@cyberdelia333]

I love this series so much!! I've read the whole thing several times now, and I'm going to reread again this fall! I won't say who my fav character is, so as to avoid spoilers, but it's the unique one that doesn't really show up until book 3 or so. LOL! Ok might have to start my reread today... :D

[@W3057815]

Your videos are so cozy and calming! I absolutely love them. I'd recommend adding The Name of the Wind to your list. Even though it isn't fully set in autumn, it has a cozy vibe with great writing and an interesting magical world.

[@adriennsasvari4805]

I was so happy to see that you've got a new video for this week too! I've started re-watching all your autumnal videos, I enjoy them so much, both content-wise and because of the aesthetics! It really comes through that you put your heart into it.

[@motomom3141]

Hi Desi! LOVE your new hair! Can you tell me where you got your mushroom coffee mug? So cute!

[@tiah1927]

Sorry to hear that you’ve had a rough year. As a more seasoned human(lol) I will say that my biggest growing was through those challenging parts of my life. I came out the other side stronger, more patient, appreciative, gracious, and much happier. Life has a way of pacing us, and putting things in perspective. We will all be okay, we just need to take it one day, one breath at a time. ❤️

[@emilylee]

So happy to see you post a new video Desi. This is such a wonderful way to start September! Looking forward to autumn 🍂 hope everyone is doing great 😌

[@sekaihatsu]

Frankenstein is such a great choice! I know you can get a lot done with audiobooks, but sometimes I tune out and miss a lot. Personally, I like hearing the characters develop a voice as I read. The words disappear and it's like I'm there watching it all unfold.

[@marislawyer1896]

I’m reading Sorcery of Thorns by Margaret Rogerson currently, and it’s such a gripping, yet cozy fantasy. Someone described it as the Hogwarts library meets Howl’s Moving Castle vibes and I think that is perfect. Really perfect for early fall, in my opinion.

[@DarlingDesi]

I love love love Sorcery of Thorns! 😍 And I think that’s such a spot-on way to describe it 😍

[@livslibrary]

Oh my gosh the aesthetic of this video! The dark cozy vibes are such a mood! I’ve been waiting on your fall content because it’s my FAVORITE this time of year! 🍂✨

[@livslibrary]

P.S. your hair looks adorable. 😘

[@samanthagaustad6097]

Hey Desi! Today’s my first day of school and I’m super excited to watch this when I get home! I’m currently reading a few autumnal books! I’m reading Cackle, Anatomy: A Love Story, and Small Favors! They’re all so good!!! I cant wait to read your other book recommendations! Also, your background is so cool! Someday I hope I can decorate like that! Thanks for all your hard work Desi!! 🍂🧡

[@mandiflame]

I loved this video so much. I didn't even notice the more casual editing style... It always feels like you're chatting with us as friends! Such a cozy and fun video to watch

[@HotaruMimiuchi]

Woke up at 2am not feeling very well and was delighted to see that Desi had just posted. Thank you, Desi for hanging out with me while I wasn't feeling well. It helped so much.

[@savi8914]

Ahhh I'm so excited for your new video!!! You're an amazing creator, never give up!

[@DarlingDesi]

Thank you so incredibly much, friend 🥹🧡

[@juliabailey2841]

I started my new job this week and have been so stressed and anxious. I'm beginning to feel better today and I'm convinced it's because of September and autumn on the horizon. your videos bring me so much comfort and I get so excited to watch them on my lunch break. 💕

[@kristenmae4417]

Hi Desi! I started watching you last week and honestly you have me so excited for fall, and I haven’t felt this way in years. I’ve already ordered some fall candles and I’m so excited to read some of these books :)

[@DarlingDesi]

Hello Kristen! I’m so happy you have been enjoying my videos 🥰🧡🫶🏻 Thank you so much for watching! Honestly my goal for this channel is to provide a warm and cozy place and try to encourage romanticizing life so that with each season, there are things to be excited about 🥰🧡

[@alantie8252]

I read Discovery of Witches last year because of you and I immediately went and bought the other three books after I finished the first because that’s how obsessed I became with it almost immediately. It’s a gorgeous story that hits all the right notes and I am planning on rereading it this month and watching the series.

[@adara.rosyroses]

HAPPY FIRST OF SEPTEMBER!!! 🎃

[@DarlingDesi]

🍂🎃🌙☕️🧣

[@TheRellyroo7]

Oh my gosh! Watching your videos brings me so much peace. A friend of mine recommended A Discovery of Witches years ago and it is definitely a yearly favorite. I start reading it every September. Currently I'm reading In The Company of Witches. It has all the lovely autumnal feels!

[@Botanicbooknest]

This was the best early birthday present I could get 🥰 (my bday is tomorrow). I can't wait to spoil myself watching this 🍂🧡 thank you bringing all the autumn vibes Desi! You are truly the goddess of this season ✨️

[@christinabordieri8295]

Just began binge watching all of your autumnal videos, your editing and attention to detail is certainly a gift!!!Your videos create the most beautiful, positive world, reminding me to appreciate all of the small little wonders of being alive and that beauty is a mindset. Thank you for inspiring me!

[@parmabuddy]

Recently discovered your channel and so glad I did! You get me enthused about enjoying life and creating everyday magic moments. Hope things are improving rapidly for you!

[@DarlingDesi]

Aww yay i’m so happy you’re enjoying the videos! 🥰 And thank you so so much 🧡

[@nevaehchavez3222]

Your videos are so aesthetically pleasing and bring me so much comfort watching them as we closer and closer to fall!!

[@alexishollaway8696]

Such a great way to wake up and start September. It has reignited my excitement for autumn even more and some great recommendations for TBR this season. Thank you Desi! I hope you are healing well; long COVID is no joke! All the love in the world🍂🧡

[@PilgrimKat]

Such a sweet and positive soul, you're honestly like if Autumn was a person 🤗 Thank you for all the work you put in, it's clear you put a lot of effort into all the little details - from the fire in the background to the autumnal mug, you have such a gift for creative a cozy, wholesome atmosphere 💛

[@dee-deetaylor219]

Such a sweet, cozy video. I hope your Autumn is extra magical, full of love, fun, spooky silliness and most of all, good health. Big love to you!

[@lsajames]

When you tell us we are your friends at the end... I know you mean it. Thank you for helping us all make every season special ❤️ excited to spend fall together again 🍁

[@kileymcdonnel6705]

Perfect timing! I’m finishing up The Story Sisters by Alice Hoffman (it will rip your heart out) and I’m in the mood for some spooky and cozy books! Can’t wait to break the bank🥲

[@ari-in8ny]

i’m loving the short reddish hair !! it’s so autumnal !! been rewatching all of your fall videos! i’m so ready for spooky season 🎃

[@cozy_k8]

I love Kate Morton!! I am currently reading The Distant Hours and thoroughly enjoying it. I've read several of her books and each one is so atmospheric and really brings you into the story. ❤️

[@pipercunningham6218]

Darling desi, you’re literally my favorite person on earth! You’re so full of energy and sunshine, and every season you make me feel so much better about life, thank you!

[@rachu816]

Desi! Oh my gosh, I absolutely loved enjoying this over my morning coffee. 🧡 I've added quite a few titles to my TBR! My go-to fall reads would be 1) The Hobbit (oh so cozy!) 2) Legends & Lattes (absolutely adored it too!) 3) Sleeping Murder (my personal favorite Agatha Christie- it's more spookier!) 4) The Undertaking of Hart & Mercy (a cute adult romance with pen pal letters and zombies) 5) Sweet & Bitter Magic (a YA about a witch who can't feel love herself so she steals love from others) ❤ Have a lovely reading season!!

[@juliewright1812]

I save your videos for mornings or evenings that I can fully immerse myself in them with no distractions (they're so lovely and comfort my heart). I just got to watch this one and the month is almost gone. I sincerely hope September has been as cathartic as you needed it to be and I hope October is even better!

[@Gnarly_Burger]

Legends & Lattes is one of my absolute favorite cozy reads. Everything about it is perfect ♥️♥️

[@moirasoma2863]

Im so happy that you are feeling better! As a person with a lot of health problems, I could really relate to your long covid illness. I hope the autumn will be amazing for you, and bring you healing and closure.

[@nataliepracna1674]

I must say I absolutely adore you!🎃🔥 Your videos bring peace to my soul. Autumn wouldn't be the same without your videos.🥮☕ Thank you for your content. Have a beautiful day. 🍂

[@jangeston2644]

You are such a beauty. I enjoy hearing your thoughts abouts your recommendations. Thank you Darling Desi

[@allisonblevins4256]

I was so happy to see a new video! I'll be honest, I had an anxiety attack yesterday. It's a stressfully important time for me as I am starting my senior year in high school and applying to college. I expected another stressful day of preparing my application but your videos never cease to make me happy and to slow down and enjoy the little things even in stressful times. Keep being you! 🍂🧡

[@wwredgrl1515]

Dracul I’m reading right now!! It’s amazing!!! Thanks for getting me back into the reading game!!!

[@DarlingDesi]

Oh I hope you end up loving it! Things get so crazy in the end 🤯

[@wwredgrl1515]

@@DarlingDesi It was amazing!!!

[@Jesswrites33]

I think it’s very sweet of you to intentionally include different types of books for readers with different tastes 🥰 like you mentioned with the Nancy drew series, some people have mixed feelings about books involving witches, so it’s kind of you to consider those viewers!! ♥️

[@thebeesycorner]

I just finished reading A Discovery of Witches, and I was SPEECHLESS. It's been years since I liked a book so much I couldn't get my hands off of it. Even at work, the only thing I could think of was the moment when I would be going home to read it. I'm now on a crusade to purchase the rest of the trilogy because I NEED TO KNOW HOW THINGS GO. I am properly addicted to this trilogy 😂

[@IndieAnnieJones1]

Another book I would recommend is the monstermologist. It's a young adult book written by a Florida author. I can't recall his name off the top of my head right now, but I really truly enjoyed reading that book. It's very descriptive and just a fun read as this young boy is an apprentice to a monstromologist and everything that entails. Thank you always for sharing your lovely cozy wish list for autumn going back in time to watch this one after your recent video

[@spinstercatlady]

I feel the same about the coming Fall, Desi. Going to feel so refreshing! I just finished Stardust by Neil Gaiman and it was PHENOMENAL. Pure fairytale magic, and soo immersive...can't recommend highly enough!

[@sillybeeful]

I enjoyed the flow and naturalness of this editing style 🍂

[@carolelepilleur4789]

My favorite author is Louise Penny . I don’t know if you have read her but her characters in books are like friends to me … the first book in her series is “still life” and is a perfect autumn read … these are murder mysteries but with so much more … highly recommend ❤️

[@JolovesDecor]

You made my day. Just love your content. I used to work with authors years ago editing, and promoting. I’m retired. Love seeing young people so excited about reading. Have a blessed day!

[@Lillyjoy]

YES I love your book recommendations and I love fall so it's just a perfect video 😃I added so many to my TBR, thank you for such great books you showed. I am so excited for all of your fall content

[@lindseydowney926]

I have binged (almost) all of your videos recently. Your aesthetic and vibe gives me comfort and a sense of calm…which I’m longing for as I get older. So, thank you. Absolutely adore watching your videos. ❤️ - also, just requested “Dracul” from my library. Excited to read!

[@divaesp]

Love your videos so much! I live for Fall and I love reading your book selections. ❤️🍁🍂🍁🍂❤️

[@DarlingDesi]

I’m so happy you enjoy my videos! That makes my heart so happy 🥹🧡🧡

[@crystallineautumn]

I love your hair color, lipstick, and the cozy ambiance in this video. So pretty and cozy. 🍂 I read Nancy Drew books growing up. 😊 So nostalgic. The garlic graphic novel looks cute.

[@serashares]

Immediately putting holds with my library on so many Autumn books from this video 📚🍂 Thanks!!

[@cassondranorman]

Every time the season changes I flock back to your channel! 🥰

[@kimcunningham2107]

No one can come close to the visual brilliance of your videos, Desi! Autumn is when my heart and soul are in a state of total JOY. I love your videos. I LOVE your book suggestions as well. Can't miss ANY of your posts, especially during the glorious Fall Season! 🍁🍂🥧🦇❤️

[@DarlingDesi]

Thank you friend 🥹🧡

[@bentersbookshelf]

I woke up with this video and my coffee this morning. The most cozy and gentle way to wake up. Thank you for your amazing content and PERFECT aesthetic 🍂🤎

[@natalyaporter5730]

I’m currently rereading “Guernsey and the potato peal pie society”. It’s a really good slow cozy read - not much to do with Autumn though

[@mervederyapiano]

Everytime i watch your videos, i feel like coming back to booktube/filmtube but i feel a bit awkward filing when I'm staying with my family. Which is why i appreciate these videos even more. I've finished Cemetery Boys and currently reading The Historian, Maurice, and rereading The Secret History! I've got a few books you mentioned on my tbr, so moving them a bit closer to September now! Looking forward to your autumnal vids! Stay cosy

[@ziggyhale]

I'm new to this community and I'm also one to rarely comment under videos, but I don't remember when I last enjoyed book recommendations that much. I never thought cozy mystery could be for me but you made me want to dive into every single one. Thank you for being such an engaging and thoughtful creator.

[@andreeastiopu1831]

Desi, the aesthetics of this video is just beyond perfection! Thank you for the amazing recommendations. Happy autumn! 🍁🍂

[@sophiarodal751]

I love your book recs videos, you put so much love to them and that's noticeable. Great work!

[@fippy]

Hi Desi, today is the 2nd day of Spring for us here in Australia but it still feels very much like Winter and if I could I would live all year round in Autumn/fall because it is the best time of year. I've noted down 5 of your recommendations and I can't wait to find them and start reading. Thank you Desi, you and your room are looking wonderful as always love your jumper too!

[@nicolenelson8426]

I want to read every single one of those!! Seeing your Nancy Drew books reminded me that I have some of her books that I seriously need to dig out now! I definitely need to read Dracul. That sounds like such an interesting book. Thanks for the recommendations! These are perfect!!

[@MicheleLRid]

I just finished Dracul last night. I bought it on your recommendation from a previous video. Great story! I read A Discovery of Witches several years ago and totally fell in love with it so recently bought a copy for autumn reading. I think I would enjoy the Practical Magic series too so will search for it. Your videos are inspiring and remind me to ENJOY life! Thank you!

[@hellykay]

Ok so apparently I now always cry at the end of your videos because you make me feel seen and appreciated. It's been a hard year for me too after my Dad died last September. I've always loved the fall, but now it has a bittersweet feeling because it reminds me of our last times together. In addition his birthday was also in September. I am so grateful for your content that helps me keep liking the fall season. This really felt like chatting with a friend by a fireplace. Love you too. ❤ (And I will never not recommend Tove Jansson to you, especially Moominvalley in November for fall.)

[@hanna4918]

Your autumnal content gives me life, these are the videos I always look forward to the most. Thank you so much for creating your magic!🍂🧡

[@cloud__]

Discovery of witches is on my next tbr but I haven't gotten through it because of a reading slump. Now that you mentioned it again I'll be reading it, your book recs always motivate me

[@priscillar3135]

I love your shorter hair and style along with your sweater. The whole look looks so flawless and cozy.

[@MsELaHood]

I LOVE the less edited version when you're just talking to us!

[@nataliedube1665]

I love when people talk about the practical magic series, my grandma and I loved and read that entire series, she introduced it to me and we would share and trade the books back and forth. Alice Hoffman has a lot of other cozy books. This year I'm going to try and read the Blackbird House by her, it looks very short and magical. I also picked up Wicked Deep to read as well, witchy books are my favorites. I'm currently reading Small Favors, the book that's inspired by the Village, I think you had recommended it a few years back but I found it at my local library and grabbed it immediately. I'm also looking forward to reading my vintage additions of Nancy Drew and Judy Bolton mysteries. I got them from antique shops around the east coast and I love the old dust shields and the detailed illusions on the inside covers. I want to drive back into Harry Potter, and definitely try an Agatha Christie novel, or some other murder/true crime books. I just picked up The Book of Cold Cases, by Simone St James (I absolutely loved her previous book, The Sun Down Motel, I swore I could feel the rain and hear the hum of the neon signs with her descriptions) I'm so glad that other people talk about Goosebumps series, because I don't know why, it was embarrassing to me at first that I wanted to reread those, but now I'm like so what? I want to pretend I'm like 12 again. I'm constantly picking up new books from bookstores, thrift stores, the library or the free book nooks in my town, its comforting to know that new experiences and knowledge are just pages away at all times. Happy Autumn Reading Everyone!!!!

[@gemmadoherty8919]

I love your autumnal content but the books are always a highlight - I’m reminded of old favourites to return to and find new books to love every year. So far this autumn I’ve been rereading Theodora Boss’s Athena Club novels as I adore her take on Victorian classics and mysteries. I really enjoy A Discovery of Witches too and have been rereading and rewatching all three volumes recently.

[@mariaivanoff7955]

I love your videos, they always inspire me to do better in my life, where I live it's the start of spring, but still chilly, the clothes, books ,films, food, sometimes vintage/ fantasy look really appeals to me, Good work!!!

[@Sallymoreel]

I just wanna say that you make my inner child feel safe to come out and play and I am very grateful for that because it has been a hard thing for me to do, love you desi 🍂💛

[@meganscott6448]

I LOVE Discovery of Witches!!! Totally agree, it kind of just steals into your life and makes you obsessed! If you loved it, you may love Nora Roberts' trilogy beginning with DANCE UPON THE AIR--it's about a New England place called Three Sister's Island and the main character Nell runs away there taking as a job at the local bookstore's cafe (SO many delicious baking descriptions) and discovers that she's a witch and so are two other women on the island. She's taught by one of the witches to hone her magic and may fall in love with the local sheriff(!) and confront her past. It's just SUCH an addictive book and I loved it so wanted to recommend! Nora has a fantastic writing style and if you haven't read her books I highly recommend this one to start. It's romantic, cozy, but also has slight thrillery element but with a happy-ever-after as promised in all Nora books! Also great to start for autumn!

[@tasharaeconley7274]

I agree with you. It was a rough year so far. This summer was probably the worst summer ever for me. I’m looking forward to fall so much! Thank you for the book recommendations 😊

[@gruesome_ghost2652]

hii desi! i just wanted to say i love your channel so much! it’s really my comfort place💗

[@cevec99]

Oh my gosh this was just what I needed - I'm wrapped in a blanket with a little bit of light rain falling outside, my cosy lamp is on, and this video just made me feel peaceful :)

[@noikw]

This is the first rec video that *I’ve* seen to include Alice Hoffman. And I appreciate you. 🖤

[@happeningheidi]

Just woke up and saw my notifications that you uploaded another video! I’m surprised because it’s so early here in the States but I’m sure your followers in later time zones such as in Europe and other areas are thrilled. Either way, your videos on book recommendations are always fun and informative. And you always make us feel so warm and cozy inside while we watch. Looking forward to watching more of this when I wake up more and get breakfast. ☺️

[@laurenchristine8349]

The autumn season brings me so much joy and coziness, your videos and aesthetic adds so much to that for me 🤍 Thank you for the content you create, I always look forward to it🍂

[@Lina-cf4oy]

Nothing feels better than receiving a notification from Darling Desi with a new vedio! I love you Desi🤍

[@ishewolf1]

Happy fall Desi! I am very thankful I found your beautiful section in YT. A breath of fresh air in an autumn morning 🍁🍂😊 Thank you for sharing your collection of books, I was personally interested in Angelika Makes Her Match. I loved it very much, I would if not been able to find it without you! Please keep sharing books similar to this and others. ❤

[@alexiatychkowsky641]

Magic lessons was such a powerful book. I’ve never actually had a book bring me to tears until I read it, let alone MULTIPLE time. It’s just SO GOOD

[@Qrlekfjtj9]

THIS RADIATES WARMTH AND COZINESS 💛✨💛 Desi you’re my comfort KZbinr ! I cannot explain how excited I am for your videos this autumn season. Wishing you love and safety!

[@MusclesandBooks]

The vibes are impeccable as always, but girl I am SWEATING seeing you in that sweater in July. (At least, this was FILMED in July, LOL.) We can all wish and hope for that lovely crisp fall weather!

[@DarlingDesi]

Haha it was filmed in August! But the evenings here are actually cooling down quite a bit! Plus Jared (my husband) is always hot so we turn the AC on in the evening before bed. I usually wear sweatshirts because of that 🙈 I’m always freezing!

[@MusclesandBooks]

@@DarlingDesi Yeah, I meant August - oops! And too funny - a lot of stores and restaurants around here blast the AC too.

[@kialazyeyereader1822]

Also have to say that watching your videos have become my go to anxiety relief thing I do... so thank you for creating this cozy and safe space for your viewers 💕