Winter might seem a bit on the gloomy side, but for us bookworms, it’s practically the highlight of the year and the perfect time to start reading your winter romance books. I mean, it’s dark, it’s chilly, and who wants to venture outside? Here’s where the magic happens – picture yourself in the ultimate cozy setup, surrounded by candles, rocking fuzzy socks, sipping a hot cup of tea, and diving into a scrumptious winter romance book. Can it get any better?
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As someone who adores this time of year, there’s nothing like having an open weekend to just kick back on the couch with my Kindle and get lost in some seriously swoon-worthy winter romance books. This winter, there’s this amazing set of books that I can’t help but be super excited about! I just had to tell you, dear reader. They’re perfect for curling up with and getting all cozy. I seriously can’t wait!
If you’re into winter romance books or craving some cozy wonderland stories, I’ve got a killer list of winter romance books that are at the top of my to-be-read pile this season. Trust me, they’re perfect for getting into the seasonal spirit! Get cozy with your favorite soft blanket and set your phone to silent mode, because once you dive into this list of heartwarming romances, you won’t want any interruptions. So sit back, relax, and let the good vibes take over!
The Christmas Fix
Lucy Score
“This is a super steamy Christmas romance. Another grumpy/Sunshine. A hot reality TV star, Cat, wants to help the town of Merry Connecticut after a hurricane destroys the town. She has to win over city manager, Noah, who doesn’t want the help. She wants the town to be able to host their yearly Christmas celebration. This one was such a sweet story. Definitely a fantastic holiday read!!”
Three Holidays and a Wedding
Uzma Jalaluddin/Marissa Stapley
“Three Weddings and a Holiday combines everything that readers love in a Christmas book plus adds even more, since it also tackles two additional holidays and, you guessed it, a wedding. This book is a light and scrumptious treat for those who love closed-door romances, Hallmark movies, and a diverse holiday season.”
Lovelight Farms
B.K. Borison
“This was such a cute and festive rom-com about love, family, and friendship. Lovelight Farms follows Stella who owns a Christmas tree farm, but when someone is sabotaging the farm, Stella’s dreams of owning a tree farm may be ruined. To save the farm, Stella enters a contest with an influencer to win $100,000, but Stella lies on her application saying she owns the farm with her boyfriend. Stella doesn’t have a boyfriend, but she does have a best friend, Luka who she asks to be her fake-boyfriend. Will they still be best friends or something more?”
Tis the Season for Revenge
Morgan Elizabeth
“What an adorable, fun, and spicy read! Honestly, this is another amazingly perfect holiday romance book! So what do you do when your boyfriend of four years breaks up with you because you’re not marriage material? You get revenge! However, what Abbie does not expect is for Damien to be everything a woman would die for in a man.”
Snowed In
Catherine Walsh
“Snowed in is a cute winter romance book with comedy that takes places in a charming small village in Ireland. It has your fake dating trope, friends to lovers trope, runaway bride, forced proximity, dual povs, protective MMC, humor, love, banter, tension, chemistry and the perfect amount of spice!! I found myself laughing, crying and swooning!”
The Twelve Dates of Christmas
Jenny Bayliss
“As a single woman in her mid-30’s Kate has been unlucky in love. After being pushed by Laura, one of her best friends, Kate decides to embark on “The Twelve Dates of Christmas.” After signing up, Kate is then matched on twelve different dates with twelve different men throughout December. All of the dates are festive, fun, and extremely creative. The men Kate are matched with are another thing altogether! Believe it or not, Kate had absolutely no idea what she was getting
herself into.”
Faking Christmas
Cindy Steel
“To avoid her family attempting to set her up, Olive blurts out a lie that she is already dating a man named Miles. But she wasn’t expecting THE Miles Taylor, her fellow English teacher rival, to actually appear at the exact same lodge in Vermont for Christmas. Whoops! Threaded throughout is a Christmas bingo checklist filled with adventurous activities and heart-bursting kisses. I loved the natural flow of this romance, and even more so Olive finding a slice of joy in her anti-Christmas plans.”
Cabin Crush
Kasey Stockton
“Grinchy thoughts, feelings, and decor play such a big role in this childhood crush, friends-to-more romance and I adored all the references. The traditions and festivities left me feeling as ooey and gooey as a melty s’more, one loaded with marshmallow and peanut butter cups, and I couldn’t have been happier about it. Kasey Stockton sure knows how to deliver a natural, fluffy contemporary with pockets of depth. Set at the family’s shared cabin in Lake Tahoe, this story is made of sugar plum fairy dreams.”
Single All the Way
Kate Watson
“While I personally find the idea of being trapped in an elevator more terrifying than romantic, it works so well for Nate & Juliet’s story! They’re unconventional people, who met in an unconventional way—and they’re adorable to boot. It’s the perfect Christmassy rom-com if you’re looking for plenty of heart, forced proximity, a billionaire, Type 1 diabetes representation, not not-dating (iykyk), and the sweetest romance!”
Once Upon a December
Amy E. Reichert
“An odd romance, but a very cute one. Astra, a librarian recovering from an awful divorce, loves to visit the Christmas market in the city every year. And every year, Jack is there at the bakery waiting for Astra to visit. The problem is she never remembers him (because of Christmas magic). But this might be the year she finally does, and Jack will get the chance at the woman of his dreams.”
The Holiday Stand-In
Kortney KEISEL
“This was so cute! Caleb was the perfect boyfriend! I loved the way he made Summer feel seen and his attention to detail. I also appreciated his willingness to try to damper his feelings in deference to his brother. This story is filled with lots of fun and quirky family. The holiday traditions were so silly and really added a zany quality to the story. If you love a good romance and are willing to suspend belief a little bit you will enjoy this book. It was a fun Christmas read for me!”
Christmas in Paradise
Brittany Larsen
“This book was just the thing to get me into the holiday spirit this year! It also makes me a little sad that I can’t actually attend the Yulefest described in its pages because it sounds absolutely picturesque and perfect. The love story is also heartwarming and wonderful. The two main characters try so hard to avoid actually falling for each other, but they’re so perfect together that they simply can’t help it. This story has both heat and humor while also capturing the joys and fears that go hand in hand with parenting.”
The Ex-Mas Holidays
Zoe ALLISON
“Color me pleasantly surprised by this second chance, enemies to lovers, winter romance! The setup, in the beginning, was hilarious, and it does cover some deeper emotions that not many holiday-themed books tackle. This one isn’t overly Christmas-themed, and the setting definitely had me dreaming of the Scottish Highlands. If you’re looking for an angst-filled romance that you can curl up with by the fire, give this one a try.”
Love in Winter Wonderland
Abiola Bello
“All the Christmas warm and fuzzies plus books, art, and romance, what more could you ask for? This was a really hard one to put down. I found myself reading it whenever and wherever I could. I absolutely loved both Trey and Ariel. They were both so well developed and their chemistry was amazing. I loved how much they loved their families and how dedicated they were to saving Trey’s family’s bookstore. I highly HIGHLY recommend.”
The Christmas Swap
Talia Samuels
“Sweet, nerdy Ben Gibson hasn’t had much luck in serious relationships, much to the consternation of his family, which encourages perfection. So he asks Margot Murray, who recently designed his company’s website, if she’d mind accompanying him to his family’s beautiful country house (which doubles as a B&B) and posing as his fake girlfriend. Dealing with her own relationship drama, Margot happily say yes as she’s eager to get away from the city. Ben and Margot make great friends, but Margot quickly realizes she has major romantic feelings for a different Gibson: Ben’s sister, Ellie.”
I hope you had fun going through this list and found some cozy winter romance books to add to your TBR pile! Nothing beats curling up with a good book as part of your self-care routine, especially when the weather gets chilly.
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