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Winter reads! Recommend books and comics for the holiday season

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Winter reads! Recommend books and comics for the holiday season

Posted by Rich in Books & Comics

Winter has officially begun! With temperatures falling and nights shortening outdoors, this has always been a special time of year for readers, the season for which the phrase "curling up by the fire with a good book" was invented.

For this reward, we want your favourite winter comfort reads: the books or comics that you re-read at this time of year, or which remind you of, or you associate with, winter and Christmas. Just tell us: when the snow falls outside, the knitwear is on, and a cup of cocoa is in hand: what should we be reading to complete the scene?

And be sure to tell us why! There's a minimum word count of 30 words, but more are encouraged. Bonus points for including a third-party picture of the cover.

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Created at 12:43pm, 4th December, 2024. Page last updated at 2:44pm, 4th March, 2025.
Deadline at 12:00am, 4th March, 2025.

Submissions (39)

Kethervir1/2/2025

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In a living room, on a nice comfortable armchair. It's evening and it's snowing outside, the wind is blowing hard, but in the warmth of the large living room, warmed by the large lit fireplace, you feel like you're out of time. Wooden beams come out of the walls and the large soft carpet at the foot of the armchair fills all the floor and is lit only by the fire in the fireplace and a few candles scattered around the room. In the air you can smell the sweet scent of chocolate coming from my favorite cup, from where a little smoke rises into the air. On the little coffee table where the cup is placed there is a book that I would really like to read right now. and it's the only one I would like to read right now, especially in this situation...

On the Book is written Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone.

I can't understand why this book inspires me so much Christmas, only the first of the Harry Potter saga has this effect on me, maybe because I associate it with a magic that suddenly falls into the life of the protagonist, like when during the year, from the days that are normal, approaching Christmas they transform into magical days regardless of what you do. Maybe because there is the exchange of gifts between Harry's friends, maybe also having associated the book with the music of the film that has among the orchestral instruments, bells and a succession of notes and chords that recall some traditional Christmas songs.. I really couldn't really explain the reason, but here, in the story, there are many references that inevitably lead me to think that. The Philosopher's Stone is the only book that I would like to read again and again during the Christmas period and also the only one that immediately comes to mind when I think of this Magical period.

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mypets3/3/2025

One book that I really enjoyed reading and that came to mind as soon as I saw the bounty was The Hobbit. It's an enchanting and captivating story, and for anyone who likes magic, adventure and fantasy, this is a must-read!!! Every page, every chapter, is a transport to a magical world, where your imagination and very detailed writing will take you to incredible places. Light a fire, grab a blanket and a cup of coffee, and start reading!

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makute3/3/2025

The IDW run of The Transformers is a hidden gem for both older fans and newcomers alike.

Specially, the "More than Meets the Eye" and "Lost Light" arcs, gave a twist to the retelling of an almost 40 years old stories and characters.

Writer James Roberts and artists Alex Milne, Josh Burcham, Joana Lafuente and many others, gave spark (pun intended) to new challenges and perils for our heroes, not only in the form of galaxy consuming evils, but grounding them on real, contemporary hurdles, allowing the reader to peek the humanity behind the mighty robot.

Ahnsyaraa3/3/2025

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If you enjoy fantasy romance novels, I highly recommend this one. "The Monarch's Vagary" by Duskintherain is a captivating fantasy novel that tells the story of Seo Hae In, a famous South Korean writer who, after a fatal accident, wakes up as Avadiéra Everleigh—one of the most tragic characters in her own novel.

With this unique premise, the novel offers an intriguing journey of second chances and unexpected destiny. The book has gained attention on social media, receiving positive reviews highlighting its engaging storyline and beautiful illustrations.

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Aa13/1/2025

"The Poppy War" is a trilogy of epic fantasy novels written by R.F. Kuang. The series is inspired by Chinese history, particularly the Second Opium War, and combines elements of fantasy, mythology, and horror. The following is a brief description of the stories in this trilogy: Background: * The world in "The Poppy War" is divided into several empires, with the Nikara Empire at the center of the story. Nikara has a long history of war and political intrigue. * The main character, Rin, is an orphan girl from a small village who managed to enter Sinegard Academy, the most prestigious military academy in Nikara. * In Sinegard, Rin discovered that he had a rare talent for shamanism, the ability to summon powerful gods. Story Core: * This trilogy follows Rin's journey from a poor student to a powerful warrior, and ultimately to a central figure in a devastating war. * Rin must face an internal conflict between her desire for revenge and her responsibility towards the people of Nikara. * The story explores complex themes such as war, genocide, trauma, and morality.