Forget Pumpkin Spice, This Fall Is Witchcore AF
I Built a Witchcore Personal Curriculum Instead of a TBR 👀
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#31: A syllabus for fall reading that doubles as a seasonal survival kit
Hi Book Besties!
You know how every fall people start stacking up ambitious TBRs they’ll never finish? Yeah, I’m not doing that this year. Instead, I made myself a personal curriculum, because if TikTok can turn “girl math” into a movement, we can turn reading into a syllabus. And I’m leaning into that idea from now until next year. More on that to come soon.
My Fall 2025 Personal Curriculum is Witchcore AF: haunted houses, cursed brides, cozy mysteries, dark academia nights, and even a little DIY witchery (because what’s fall without a simmer pot bubbling on the stove?). It’s part spooky season survival kit, part reading plan, and part vibe check for anyone who’s ever wanted their bookshelves to feel like a haunted library.
And I’m letting you peek at my syllabus. Maybe you can use it as inspiration for yours.
The full breakdown on the blog: Fall Witchcore Personal Curriculum
Or skip straight to the vibes on YouTube: Watch the Witchcore Curriculum Video
What is Witchcore? Find out more here
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Looking for a one-stop shop? The Fall Books Archive has everything in one place… every list, every vibe, every fall release I’ve covered so far. Think of it as your autumn reading hub.
Wherever your reading takes you this season, I hope you find a book that feels like flicking on a candle in the dark…equal parts cozy and a little dangerous.
What would you add to your own fall curriculum? Hit reply or drop it in the comments, I’d love to see your picks.
Until next time,
Francesca
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