Fall Book and Movie Ideas

This week for the Fall Favorites link up we're talking all about fall entertainment-- our favorite books, movies, TV shows, music, etc. that makes us think of fall.  I had such a tough time putting this list together but it was so fun!  I just love a good challenge!




Other than summer and Christmas, I don't often think of books as having a "season" but when I started digging and thinking I realized I wanted to divide this list into two--

MY favorite fall books:

The Geometry of Sisters by Luanne Rice-- After the loss of her husband and daughter, Maura moves back to Rhode Island to take a job teaching at a private school hoping for a new start for herself, her daughter Beck, and her son Travis. 


A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson-- Now I'm not sure when this story takes place but I think of hiking when I think of fall and this non-fiction novel about Bill's trip trying to hike the Appalachian trail is one of my all time favorite novels.


Dear Thing by Julie Cohen-- Romily offers to become a surrogate for her best friend Ben and his wife Claire thinking it will be rather easy since she is already a single mom with no desire to have another baby.  But all sorts of feelings overwhelm her and threaten everything. 




Plain Truth by Jodi Picoult-- When a dead baby is found in an Amish barn, Ellie finds a client who truly needs her help.  Katie Fisher is an 18 year old Amish girl who has been arrested for the murder of her baby.  In order to truly help her client, Ellie immerses herself in Katie's world learning what it means to be plain. 




Dear Bob and Sue- While most of this book does not take place in the fall I do often think of hiking and National parks when I think of fall and this book is a great & fun story of one couple's experiences visiting all 59 US Parks. 




Fall themed books on my list to read:

First Frost by Sarah Addison Allen




Autumn Getaway by Jennifer Gracen



The Simplicity of Cider by Amy E. Reichert




Pumpkin Spice Peril by Jenn McKinlay (this whole series sounds cute and I just love a book that includes recipes!)




The Apple Orchard by Susan Wiggs



Movies that are perfect for fall:

Good Will Hunting


Rudy

















Stepmom


Father of the Bride

Dying Young



Linking Up With: On the Edge, 







Comments

  1. handmade by amaliaSeptember 26, 2020 at 9:44 AM

    This is fantastic, I'm taking notes! I've read First Frost, Sarah Addison Allen is wonderful.
    Amalia
    xo'

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    1. Joanne September 26, 2020 at 11:38 AM

      I have that one in my book basket right now and can't wait to read it.

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  2. Kari September 27, 2020 at 10:15 AM

    Did you watch Father of the Bride Part 3ish on Netflix YouTube channel on Friday?? SO CUTE. It should still be up there. It's only a 30 minute special but we loved it. So good to see everyone. :)

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  3. Kari September 27, 2020 at 10:15 AM

    Also, I loved all your movies. Baby Boom was one of my all time favorite movies too.

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    1. Joanne September 27, 2020 at 5:07 PM

      I realized as I wrote this list up that I hadn't shared some of these movies with my boys yet so we'll have to find these oldies but goodies.

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  4. onceuponatimehappilyeverafter.comSeptember 27, 2020 at 1:48 PM

    I have read and enjoyed a couple of books about cozy kitchens or bakeries that shared recipes, too. They always make me hungry, though.

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    1. Joanne September 27, 2020 at 5:08 PM

      Yes, I just read a book with recipes in it and I wanted to try making just about all of them.

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  5. Michele MorinSeptember 27, 2020 at 8:48 PM

    So many great recommendations! I am hoping for more time to relax in front of a screen...

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    1. Joanne September 29, 2020 at 7:02 PM

      I'm spending lots of time in bed the next few days so I'm looking forward to seeing what others will be sharing in the link-up this week.

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  6. NatashaSeptember 28, 2020 at 7:08 AM

    Now I just want to stay home and watch movies and read books all day!

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  7. Tanya September 28, 2020 at 7:45 AM

    I have read Mckinlay's library cozy mystery series and it's so fun. Thanks for all these recommendations. I'm pinning for later!

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    1. Joanne September 29, 2020 at 7:02 PM

      Good to know! Thank you. It looks like a cute series.

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  8. Lindsay's Sweet WorldSeptember 28, 2020 at 8:13 AM

    Oh I LOVE Stepmom. I cry like a baby every single time I watch it. What a great movie. And FOB is one of my favorites of all time! Never ever gets old!

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  9. Dara @ Not In JerseySeptember 29, 2020 at 11:19 AM

    Great suggestions! I have The Bakeshop at Pumpkin and Spice and enjoyed it last fall!

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    1. Joanne September 29, 2020 at 7:03 PM

      I have that one on hold waiting to be picked up.

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  10. Rebecca @ Every Piece FitsSeptember 30, 2020 at 11:13 AM

    I'm definitely writing down your book recommendations! I need some autumn reads.
    Father of the Bride is simply one of the best movies ever!

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  11. MarielleOctober 2, 2020 at 7:10 PM

    Super fun list! Thanks for all the seasonal recommendations. I'm visiting from the On the Edge link up today. Have a great weekend Joanne!

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  12. Sarah ShaneyfeltOctober 4, 2020 at 6:32 AM

    A Walk in the Woods sounds really good! And your movie list is perfect for fall nights!
    MeetTheShaneyfelts

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    1. Joanne October 4, 2020 at 9:21 AM

      Thanks! He writes with a lot of humor and there were several parts I've even read out loud to my boys.

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  13. Shelbee on the EdgeOctober 4, 2020 at 10:02 AM

    Lots of great movies and books! A Walk in the Woods has really intrigued me as well! I have been needing a book to capture my interest. It has been struggle! Thanks for linking!

    Shelbee
    www.shelbeeontheedge.com

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    1. Joanne October 4, 2020 at 3:12 PM

      You're welcome! I hope you find a good book soon; I hate when I'm floundering around trying to find something to read that I just don't want to put down.

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