Comfort food, cosy knits, and snuggly evenings at home: Here are 9 brilliant magazines to curl up with this autumn

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As the days grow colder and the nights longer, autumn is the season for hunkering down and embracing all the cosy delights the great indoors has to offer. 

With the heady days of summer over and the Christmas rush not yet upon us, it's also the perfect time to curl up with a good read - preferably with a warm cuppa for company. 

And for your perfect reading companion this autumn look no further than Readly, a digital subscription app offering unlimited access to more than 6,000 magazines and newspapers.  

With the heady days of summer over and the Christmas rush not yet upon us, it's also the perfect time to curl up with a good read

Think of it as similar to a streaming service, just rather than TV and movies you'll enjoy 'all you can read' access to a remarkable range of publications, from the best-known brands to niche titles covering all kinds of hobbies and interests. 

Available on mobile, tablet, desktop and even offline, it's the ideal place to unwind and enjoy some 'me time' while filling your mind with ideas and inspiration, or staying up to date with the latest news and trends. 

And because it's so good you'll immediately want to tell everyone you know about it, Readly lets you share your account with up to five daily members. Change your mind for any reason? That's fine - there's no commitment and you can cancel any time. 

Make this autumn the moment you replace meaningless scrolling with valuable screen time. To get you inspired, here's just a small selection of the great titles you could be enjoying on Readly.  

Good Housekeeping

For decades, Good Housekeeping has been valued by thousands of women for its triple checked recipes, industry leading product reviews and trusted advice on all the hottest fashion and homeware trends.

You'll also find plenty of handy tips on how to look and feel your best - something that's not always easy now the weather is getting increasingly chilly and there are plenty of bugs going around.

Thankfully, this month's feature on easy steps to boost your immunity is packed with useful advice to get your body prepared, from upping your step count to ensuring you're looking after your gut.

We all know colder weather can take a toll on appearances too, with the skin shedding moisture as temperatures plunge.

But not to worry! This month's article revealing how your skincare could be working harder for you will soon leave you fresher faced.

Good Housekeeping is valued by thousands of women for its triple checked recipes, industry leading product reviews and trusted advice on all the hottest fashion and homeware trends

Ideal Home

For more than 100 years, Ideal Home magazine has been the one-stop shop for everything home related, from the latest interior trends to the best decorating ideas and products. 

Every edition offers loads of ideas for projects to add value to your property – from stunning kitchens and luxurious bathrooms to extensions and loft conversions, plus simple solutions to make everyday life easier.   

You'll also find page after page of beautiful photographs showing some of the dreamiest properties from around the world. After all, who doesn't enjoy the chance to peek behind the curtain? 

Of course, with autumn underway and winter fast approaching, now is the time to batten down the hatches. For practical ideas about how best to get your home feeling super snug, this month's edition reveals 50+ ways to get cosy in style.  

BBC Good Food Magazine

When you conjure up the sights and smells of autumn one thing tends to feature prominently - food.

From classic autumnal dishes like pies and stews to sweet, buttery crumbles made with freshly-fallen apples, there's a wealth of delicious seasonal flavours out there.

As Britain's best-selling food magazine for 30 years, BBC Good Food is the perfect place to reawaken your tastebuds this autumn.

The latest edition is rammed full of useful features - from easy and budget friendly one pan meals to comforting dishes you can freeze.

And with the cost of living crisis continuing to put household budgets under pressure, Great British Bake Off winner Nadiya Hussain is on hand with her top eight tips to help you save.

As Britain's best-selling food magazine for 30 years, BBC Good Food is the perfect place to reawaken your tastebuds this autumn

Women’s Health

We all want to find new ways to stay fit and healthy, but the amount of dubious advice out there means it can sometimes be hard to separate the wheat from the chaff.

Women's Health does the work for you by offering a carefully curated selection of workout ideas, expert nutrition advice and weight loss tips, plus the latest health news, healthy recipes, and more.

This month they'll be examining some of the most common ways we fall short during exercise with their list of the 5 fitness fails everyone makes... and how to stop.

They're also taking a behind the scenes look at sports nutrition with a guide to the 38 ways to fuel your workout.

As anyone who's had a mouthful of gloopy protein shake will tell you, not all sports nutrition products are created equal. From protein bars to pre-workout fuel muesli, Women's Health has looked through all the options so you don't have to! 

Happiful Magazine

Given all the bad news around at the moment it's easy to let it get you down. 

Happiful, a mental health and wellbeing magazine, is dedicated to bringing you inspiring stories and positive news as part of its mission to build a happier and healthier society. 

In keeping with this ethos, rather than dwelling on problems it seeks out solutions.

And this month you'll find plenty, like science backed sleep tips for those who struggle to nod off. From good foods to eat to the right workouts to do before bed, there's loads of handy advice to get you snoozing soundly through those long autumn nights.

For fun outings that don't just involve the pub, there's a list of autumn date ideas to inspire you - whether you're out with friends or looking for romance.

And while there's plenty of excitement within Happiful's pages this October there's also a rallying call for the importance of rest, with a special feature about the power of giving yourself a break.

Happiful, a mental health and wellbeing magazine, is dedicated to bringing you inspiring stories and positive news as part of its mission to build a happier and healthier society

Hello!

Any red carpet watcher will know there are few things worse than being behind on the latest gossip.

But that won't be a problem for HELLO! readers, who every week enjoy a feast of all the hottest celebrity and royal news from the UK around the world in every edition. 

That's on top of exclusive interviews with the biggest stars and everything you need to stay in the know about the most exciting new trends in fashion, beauty and lifestyle.

With plenty of showbiz action in recent days, the latest edition is as action packed as ever.

The regular 7 days column provides a weekly round-up of celebrity news, and is your first place for bringing you right up to date.

Simply Knitting

With the days getting colder and the evenings longer, there's no better time to throw on your knitwear and feel all snug and cosy - whatever the weather.

Whether you're a beginner or have been knitting for years you’ll find lots of exciting patterns in every issue of Simply Knitting, from on-trend garments to quick and easy gift ideas and adorable knitted toys.

Each season brings its own colours and styles, so in this issue you'll find a line-up of exciting new knits for autumn, from snug jumpers to super soft cable slippers.

Each issue is brimming with real-life reader stories, knitting news, designer interviews and great product picks, making it essential reading for any knitter.

With Readly, you can enjoy unlimited access to more than 6,000 magazines and newspapers

Coast Magazine

From bracing cliff-top walks and nautical adventures to snug evenings in a cosy seaside cottage, the British coast is brimming with unforgettable experiences any time of the year.

As the only magazine exclusively covering the coastline of the British Isles in all its life-affirming glory, Coast writes about all aspects of living by the sea, including homes and gardens, travel, food and health. 

The latest issue is packed full of inspiration, with the regular star staycations feature taking a look at a magical 17th-century Cornish hamlet. And for anyone who really wants to get away from it all, there's also a guide to the best coastal wellness escapes.

At this time of the year it can sometimes feel like you need to hop on a plane to get the kind of holiday you're looking for. But with Coast, you can start to discover the wonders available on your own doorstep.

Empire Magazine

True movie buffs aren't content with just watching their favourite releases on screen - they want to know what's going on behind the scenes too, from artistic and casting decisions to all the latest details on the personalities that make up the wonderful world of film.

Empire is the world's biggest movie magazine that promises to bring you closer to films, including those that haven't yet hit the cinema.

Its unrivalled industry access makes it the go-to place to keep up to date with all the latest news and gossip, along with interviews with some of Hollywood's biggest stars.

This month they'll be delving into the archives to find the top 20 film moments that matter. We're all likely to have strong opinions about which moments should be included... so has yours made the cut?

If your favourites magazines aren't on this list, don't worry as Readly has so many more for you to explore.

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