When the days grow shorter and the chill creeps into the air, I notice something stirring in me — maybe you feel it, too. That tug toward a blanket, a warm corner, and a story to get lost in.
For me, the hard part isn’t finding the desire to read — it’s keeping track of all the books. Can you relate? One pile by the bed, a few on the coffee table, and then the e‑books scattered between the Kindle, the iPad, and the phone app. Somehow every story has its own spot, but when I curl up by the woodstove, I often ask myself: where did I put that book?
Lately, my Kindle has been holding all the fiction my heart longs for, while the Kindle Fire keeps my work and research tucked in neatly. Still, it’s not perfect. Sometimes I just wish every book I love could follow me wherever I am without hunting it down.
This season, my chair by the stove is calling. It’s the coziest seat in the house — close enough to the fire to stay warm but (hopefully) not close enough to ignite. Right now I’m working through Seeking St. Louis, a research book so full of stories and details that I can only take it in small doses. I know I’ll draw on it for a book someday. For now, it’s quietly preparing me.
🔖 Looking for your next cozy read?
My book Hearts on the Road is a story of faith, love, and second chances — perfect for chilly evenings when you’re reaching for the blanket and a cup of tea. Click here to find it →
And maybe you’re feeling the same ache I do when your current stack is dwindling. Running out of books might be one of the worst feelings in winter, don’t you think? If you’re looking for something new, I’d love for you to discover Hearts on the Road, one of my own stories written to warm the heart on a chilly day.
Tell me — where’s your favorite place to read when the weather turns? And how many blankets do you pile on? (For me, if there’s no fire to sit beside, I need at least two!)
Where do you like to read in the colder months? And how many blankets do you need? If I don’t have a fire, I need at least two!
*Update! I did get to use some of what I learned about St. Louis in A Bride’s Choice in Central City.
Love your reading corner. Very comfy. I bought Hearts on the Road. Hope I have time to read it soon – sitting on my bed with an afghan over my feet to keep me toasty.
Thank you for buying Hearts on the Road. 🙂
I like my corner a lot especially when we have a fire. So toasty!
I understand covering your feet! I have a winter scarf around my neck today.