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If you love Hallmark Countdown to Christmas and all the holiday movies, but you also love to read stories like this: This is the ultimate guide. 3 Hallmark (and Netflix) holiday romance films and 3 books to read after you watch. These three books will deliver when it comes to all the things you want. Ideal for readers who want to hold onto the emotional glow of a Hallmark ending.

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There’s nothing quite like curling up with a good book and a cozy reading blanket. I know, I know! Some of you run hot. I would tell you to skip this post, but... maybe there's a reader in your life who does love a good blankie or a throw to curl up with. Maybe you know someone who needs the perfect reading space. Maybe there's a birthday or a holiday coming up. If you're looking to find the perfect gift, read on. (You can also check out our other recommendations for readers who love paper books!) For book lovers, comfort is just as important as the story itself, and the right throw can transform an ordinary reading session into a relaxing ritual. A soft, warm reading blanket creates a comfort, and it means we can settle in for long chapters without distraction. Whether it's a paperback on the couch or a hardback by the window, a blanket adds that essential layer of warmth and relaxation and it can make a reading space ours. Beyond simple comfort, a quality reading throw can also help with posture and focus. Lightweight yet warm fabrics allow readers to sit comfortably for hours, while oversized throws provide room to shift and adjust without losing warmth. For those who read in cooler rooms or prefer outdoor reading, a plush reading blanket is a must-have accessory that makes every page turn feel indulgent. Personalized Cozy Flannel Throw This one comes at a great price and is a […] Read More...

Whether you crave snow-dusted second chances, queer joy, cultural celebration, or slow-burn spice, these seven romances bring warmth, depth, and representation to your winter reading list.
Have a great holiday read to recommend? Help other readers find holiday joy! Add your take on one of our recs or post your own. Happy Reading 📚

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Fill Your TBR List With These Red-Hot Monster Romance Anthologies for the Holidays Paranormal romance has always had a special place in readers’ hearts: the thrill of the otherworldly, the dangerous, the unknown—all wrapped up in sizzling chemistry and often set against dramatic or eerie backdrops. Monster romances push that even further, and holiday settings often amplify the contrast: winter cold, holiday cheer, family tensions, cozy nights by firelight—mixed with cryptids under the tree, shifters under the mistletoe, or Krampus in the snow. It’s a fertile ground for both naughty and nice. Spotlight: A Very Cryptid Christmas A Very Cryptid Christmas (2022) is an anthology of nine short romance tales featuring cryptids and mythic creatures in holiday settings. The stories are steamy, sexy, playful, and so much fun—each story features a different creature. Want to seduce a Sasquatch? Wrangle a Jackalope rancher? Cozy up with the Squonk? It’s all in there! It also has been positively received: readers tend to love the variety, the inclusivity, and the inventiveness. Some standouts noted in reviews are Horney for the Holidays by Lulu M. Sylvian, Bigfoot, Bigger Heart by Wednesday Wheeler, A Waterhorse for Winter by D. B. Sieders. If you like holiday romance with a heavy dose of the monstrous and magical, this one is a classic in its niche. And if you want more, check out A Very Cryptid Christmas Vol. 2! Spotlight: Twisted Tidings: A Monster Romance Holiday Anthology Twisted Tidings: A Monster Romance Holiday Anthology (2024) is holiday themed […] Read More...

When asked what a Hallmark Holiday Movie was, Ted Lasso replied, “Hallmark Christmas Movies are films that feature women from the big city falling for their childhood crushes. Usually some fellow that owns a Christmas tree farm. Sometimes he’s also Santa Claus or a prince.” And he’s not wrong! Read on for contemporary romance holiday book recs for Hallmark movie watchers.

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Discover the perfect electric kettle for book lovers—complete with a whimsical octopus edition. From precise brewing temperatures to a touch of steampunk flair, this kettle turns every cup of tea or coffee into part of your reading ritual. Plus, explore eight tentacle-themed books to pair with your next brew.

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Awakening follows a boy pulled into a magical world after loss. It is a story of healing, courage, and finding yourself when everything has changed.
A new adventure begins for readers of YA fantasy, magical realms, and stories of overcoming tragedy!

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Here are a couple of Bingo cards for you to download and print to play along with while watching or reading your favorite Christmas Romances. Use chocolate kisses to cover your spaces, then at the end when you are tallying your points, you get a sweet snack! To maximize your bingo card opportunities, anthologies are your reading friend. These collections of quick reads bring you satisfying nuggets of stories, while not taking all of your time.

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Lee Child, author of the New York Times bestselling Jack Reacher books, has let other people play in his world. Now his brother is handling the Reacher universe.
So what are your thoughts on the Reacher series? Fan or foe? Ready for the next one or all Reachered-out?

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Three unforgettable women detectives—Maisie Dobbs, Verity Kent, and Molly Murphy—prove that after World War I, there’s no going back to “proper” when you’ve tasted purpose, independence, and danger.

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