Looking to snuggle up with some great winter reads? The cold winters are the perfect time to get cozy with a book about the mountains or snow adventures. These books also work great in the summertime if you’re missing the cooler weather. Here are 6 essential winter reads every bookworm should have in their collection!
(YA survival thriller)
7 high school kids get trapped in their school during a terrible blizzard. Thrilling, page turner that will keep you up all night reading.
(Adult survival nonfiction)
Real-life survival tale told by author Jon Krakauer about his experiences during the deadliest season in the history of Everest. Horrifying and eye-opening look at the business of mountain climbing.
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, C.S. Lewis
(YA/MG fantasy)
Classic fantasy story about four children that step out of an old wardrobe and into a world encased in eternal winter. One of my all-time favorite reads!
(YA fantasy)
A human girl finds out she’s actually the daughter of a mythical fairy king and becomes embroiled in an epic battle featuring among others, of course, the Winter Court.
Miracle in the Andes, Nando Parado
(Adult survival nonfiction)
Both heartbreaking and inspiring, this book tells the first-person account of a rugby team, as well as their family and supporters, riding a plane that crashed deep in the Andes in the middle of Winter.
Frigid, Jennifer Armentrout (writing as J. Lynn)
(NA romance)
Cute read about best friends who may or may not be falling in love while stranded stranded together at a posh ski resort due to a massive Nor’easter.
For more winter fashion styles and book recs make sure to check out Cold Weather Must-Haves for Outdoor Reading. What are your favorite Winter reads? Share them in the comments below!