January felt like the perfect reading reset, with a mix of suspense, emotion, romance, and thoughtful reflection to start the year off right. January Comfy Pick of the Month: Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy Total Books Read: 7 I began the month by diving into a series with Lights Out and Caught Up by…
Beautiful Secret by Christina Lauren is a charming, feel-good romance that delivers all the banter, chemistry, and heart you expect from this duo. Centered around workplace tension, travel, and slow-burn attraction, the story is playful and engaging from the very first pages. It’s the kind of romance that’s easy to sink into, perfect for when…
The Measure by Nikki Erlick is one of those books that quietly settles into your thoughts and stays there. The story begins with a simple but profound idea: everyone receives a box containing a string that measures the length of their life. From that moment on, the novel explores how people choose to live once…
The Winemaker’s Wife by Kristin Harmel is a beautifully written historical novel that blends love, loss, and resilience against the backdrop of World War II France. Set among vineyards and wartime secrets, the story immediately draws you in with its rich setting and emotional undertones. Harmel’s writing feels both gentle and immersive, making it easy…
I keep a constant stream of books on hold so that I am never without a book. Here is a list of what I’m planning on reading soon in 2026.
I just finished Breaking and Entering by Jeremy Smith on a quiet evening, curled up with a blanket and a warm drink. It’s the kind of book that doesn’t demand your attention loudly—instead, it settles in beside you, unfolding slowly and thoughtfully, and lingers long after you’ve closed the cover. From the start, the book…
Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy is a haunting, atmospheric novel that pulls you into its rugged coastal setting and never fully lets you go. From the first pages, there’s a sense of isolation and quiet tension that settles in, mirroring the wild landscape itself. The writing is lyrical yet accessible, making it easy to…
Lights Out by Vanessa Allen was a fitting way to begin my 2026 reading year—engaging, atmospheric, and easy to slip into when I was craving a story that would pull me in without asking too much. From the start, it creates a sense of tension that quietly builds, drawing you forward page by page. It’s…
2025 Book of the Year The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon This is my comfy corner tracking list of my favorite books of 2025—the ones that stood out each month and stayed with me long after I turned the last page. Reading over 80 books in the year it was hard to pick just one…
December felt like the perfect month to slow down, light the fire, and sink into some memorable reads. I ended the year with a mix of thrillers, emotional heavy-hitters, and books that completely absorbed me. Here’s a cozy rundown of everything I read in December 2025: December Comfy Pick of the Month: Atmosphere by Taylor…