Escape the Winter Blues: Cozy Reads with Adventure, Drama, and Magic
Winter and I? We don’t get along. I never have enough layers, I’m not proactive in boosting my immunity, and I save holiday shopping for the last minute…I’m starting to realize it might be a “me” problem. There are a few things I do love about the cold season though. Like all the fun decorations, special treats, a reason to change up your regular schedule to spend time with family, and that cozy feeling of being inside, all warm with some chunky socks and a good book.
Actually, no matter what season I find myself in, if I'm looking for that cozy winter magic, a good book is the way to find it. You might get some weird looks listening to Jingle Bells in June, but I guarantee no one would even notice you flipping the pages of one of these cozy winter reads suggested by the StoryForge team.
Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree
Tired of adventuring, an orc barbarian follows her dream of opening a coffee shop.
The Matzah Ball by Jean Meltzer
Rachel Rubenstein-Goldblatt, a Jewish girl who secretly writes Christmas romance is tasked with writing a Hanukka romance. In her search for inspiration, she finds herself drawn to Jacob, her childhood archenemy.
Ice Guy and His Cool Female Colleague by Miyuki Tonogaya
Office worker Himuro struggles to control his innate ice magic as he falls head over heels for his reserved colleague Fuyutski.
The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune
An auditor who’s tired of life gets assigned a magical orphanage for his next case.
Thornhedge by T. Kingfisher.
A tale of a kindhearted, toad-shaped heroine, a gentle knight, and a mission gone completely sideways.
I hope you enjoy these recommendations and read them with a side of hot cocoa. The StoryForge platform will launch in January 2024. As writers begin uploading their work, you will have the ability to search for stories that fit your mood and cozy up with a bit of adventure, drama, mystery, and more! For now, head over to our Instagram and let us know about your current read or writing project!
