Winter Break is right around the corner—even if Old Man Winter seems to be sleeping in. Whether you’re traveling, catching up with family, or settling in for a well-earned staycation with your towering TBR (To Be Read) pile, it’s the perfect time to dive into something new.
Some readers are kicking off fresh adventures with Pride and Premeditation, the lively first entry in Tirzah Price’s Jane Austen Murder Mystery series. Others are celebrating long-term dedication by finishing epic journeys—like Stephen Erickson’s final novel in The Malazan Book of the Fallen.
Looking for something buzzy and new? Liz Moore’s God of the Woods has caught several librarians’ attention with its mix of family secrets, mystery, and Adirondack atmosphere—ideal for staying warm while getting thoroughly chilled.
If you’re in the mood for familiar favorites, Elin Hilderbrand offers both beachy escapes (What Happens in Paradise) and cozy holiday romance (Winter Street). For something a bit more bittersweet, Leif Enger’s I Cheerfully Refuse blends myth, mystery, and a very unusual Lake Superior into a haunting journey.
Always on the go? Audiobooks might be your perfect companion. Hannah Nicole Maehrer’s Apprentice to the Villain (book two in The Assistant and the Villain series) makes for great listening, as does Adalyn Grace’s Belladonna trilogy—complete with murder, mischief, and a touch of winter danger.
As for me, my TBR stack has been dusted off, my tablet is charged, and I’m happily adding even more titles to my “post-it note pile of hope.”
A few generous readers have also shared their own lists—whether for Santa or for those of us whose memory banks are full—which we’re excited to pass along.
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Blog Written By: Maggie Park
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