When Cincinnati turns into a snowy postcard and the only reasonable plans involve pajamas, fuzzy socks, and a warm drink, it’s the perfect excuse to settle in with a great book. Whether you’re spending the day solo, with your partner, or cozied up on FaceTime, these reads are the perfect companions for a wintery day in.
✨ Sunrise on the Reaping — Brayden Harrington
If you want something timely (and buzzy), Sunrise on the Reaping is the book of the moment. With the movie releasing soon, now’s the best time to dive into Panem’s newest perspective before it hits theaters. Expect suspense, world-building, and all the Hunger Games nostalgia—it’s the kind of book you’ll want to finish in one sitting while the snow falls outside.
📚 Little Women — Louisa May Alcott
A snow day classic. Little Women feels like a warm blanket—family, love, growing up, and all the cozy domestic winter scenes that pair perfectly with a cup of tea. If you haven’t read it since middle school, revisit it. If you’ve never read it, a snowy afternoon is the perfect time to meet the March sisters.
🪄 The Harry Potter Series — J.K. Rowling
There’s something magical about Hogwarts in winter, and snow days are the ultimate invitation to jump back into the wizarding world. Whether you start from Sorcerer’s Stone or pick your favorite installment, these books make the world feel a little more enchanting. Bonus: they’re perfect for reading together and sharing your favorite childhood nostalgia.
💛 A Lighthearted Pick: The Hating Game by Sally Thorne
For something fun, flirty, and easy to read by the fire, The Hating Game is the perfect rom-com novel. Enemies-to-lovers, sharp banter, and a storyline that keeps you smiling—perfect for when you’re snowed in and want something that feels like a warm escape.
