Urban St. Reads – Fall Reads

Courtesy of The Book Cellar in Grand Haven
As summer winds down and new releases hit the shelves, it’s the perfect time to refresh your reading list. Whether you’re into chilling ghost stories, gripping thrillers, or heartwarming fiction, there’s something here for every kind of reader.
This selection of standout titles comes to us from the beloved independent bookstore The Book Cellar — proud host of the upcoming Third Coast Author Festival, happening March 21, 2026. Save the date!

Widows Point: the Complete Haunting
By: Richard and WH Chizmar
A remarkable collaboration between father and son that tells a terrifying ghost story that Stephen King hails as the perfect story for a dark and stormy night.
Meet Richard and Billy at the Book Cellars fall event on October 1

King Sorrow By: Joe Hill
Publishing October 21
This chilling tale comes from the mind of Stephen King’s son. It’s a tale of dark academia and unexpected consequences from six friends dabbling in the occult and calling for King Sorrow. Sure to be one of the hottest reads this fall season.

The Kings Ransom By: Janet Evanovich
Publishing November 11
This long-awaited sequel to the Recovery Agent takes us on a global hunt at a breakneck speed as our hero, Gabriella Rose, hunts missing masterpieces of art. Dark forces, murder, corruption, and a global conspiracy await. Don’t miss out on this action-packed thriller.

The Things Gods Break By: Abigal Ownen
Publishing October 21
This is the sequel to the Games Gods Play which was previously reviewed as the best book of 2024. After a jaw dropping cliffhanger Raiders will be breaking all sorts of records to find out what Hades is willing to do to retrieve his true love.

Sunrise on the Reaping By: Suzanne Collins
Catch the newest Hunger Games book in soft cover this fall. The best selling Sunrise on the Reaping By Suzanne Collins hits shelves soon. This captivating story tells of the life of Haymitch Abernathy. This thrill ride of a young adult book will prepare you for the next movie coming soon.

Broken Country By: Claire Leslie Hall
In the tradition of “Where the Crawdads Sing” this thrilling period piece unearths a love triangle of dangerous and deadly secrets. Don’t miss a single twist or turn this fantastic read.

The Book Cellar
8 N. 7th Street in Grand Haven
616-296-0465
The Book Cellar also has at least 3 major events each month. Author meet and greets, parties, give aways and music are monthly events!
Get all the details at www.thirdcoastfest.org
