THE COSY AUTUMN BOOK TAG

Photography by Kristine

(Original Tag Created By The Book Belle on BookTube)

Q U E S T I O N S

1. What book always reminds you of Fall/Autumn?

Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman

2. What is your favorite autumnal book cover?

Autumn by Ali Smith

3. What is your favorite autumnal drink to read with?

Pinot Noir - Any Season!

4. Do you prefer to read late at night or early in the morning?

Always at night

5. Halloween is coming! What is your favorite spooky read?

Pet Sematary by Stephen King

6. What is the ultimate comfort read for you?

Relish by Lucy Kingsley

7. What is your favorite autumnal reading snack?

SmartFood White Cheddar Popcorn

8. What is your favorite autumnal candle to burn while reading?

Woodwick Pumpkin Butter

9. When you're not reading, what is your favorite autumnal activity?

Photographing my favorite season

10. What is on your Autumn/Fall reading list?

Many Food Memoirs including Save Me The Plums by Ruth Reichl

and Animal, Vegtable and Miracle by Barbara Kingslover

If anyone would like to join in or share your answers, I would love to hear from you!

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