#holiday reading

[witchywitchy19]

Currently in Dubrovnik, Crotia. Of course had to bring some reading material 🏎🏎🏎

[huariqueje]

Holiday reading - Carl Olof Larsson

Swedish , 1853 - 1919

Oil on canvas , 120 x 80 cm.

[ramonaflow]

Holiday Reading

Got free time? Happy to have no commitments so you can commit to reading? Tag one of your favourite long reads by someone else and then one of your own stories that you think fits the bill, no matter the length.

Thank you for the tags @a-noble-dragon and @jamilas-pen 🥰❤️

Bon Hiver by SweetSirius @wordthieve

This is the author's summary:

Patrick, fresh off ending his engagement, is desperate to not be around people this Christmas. It seems like a long shot that the owner of this cottage, in a town neither he nor anyone he knows has ever heard of, is also looking for an eleventh-hour escape over the holidays, but ... there's this pull in his gut that he's curious about.

42,530 absolutely delightful words full of pining and cuteness and all that good stuff 🥰

I always feel a bit weird reccing my own fics so instead I'm recommending two gorgeous fics by two of my favourite people ❤️🥰

in finding myself, i found you by @flowertrigger

This is the author's summary:

In which Patrick takes an impulsive trip to NYC for Pride and meets David—beautiful, sexy, and clad in leather.

And well, need I say more? Hot, sweet, wonderful meet cute 😍

Noble Beloved by AWorldOfDreams @a-noble-dragon

This is the author's summary:

Schitt's Creek has a secret. And it's a rather large one. David's not at all pleased that this secret involves him, becoming a Dragon Liaison Officer. Because Dragons don't exist... right?

This is a must read, even if you don't think you like magical realism. Dragon!Patrick is one of my favourite Patrick's that I've read. Read it and prepare to fall in love.

No pressure tagging @flowertrigger @smblmn @beaiola @trickiwooao3 @wordthieve @demora00 @carolrain @statueinthestonetoo @chelle-68 @characterassassination-at-9am @stargazer56 and anyone else who wants to 🩷

[franticvampirereads]

I’ve been reading holiday short stories all week and it’s been really fun. So, that means three mini reviews for the price of one!

Merry In Spite: This was really fun, but I wish we got a little more character development. I wish we actually got to see Tristan and Myles doing all the fun holiday things with their families, going on dates, and falling in love. Otherwise this was some fun holiday flavored smut and it’s getting three stars from me.

Ice Palace Prince: This was so sweet and fun! It’s so cozy and fluffy and absolutely perfect to read around the holidays. It’s getting four stars!

Delayed For The Holidays: This was so much fun! I loved that Micah and Baylor were so smitten with each other from the moment they met. It gave this whole short story a hallmark movie vibe and it was fantastic! This one is getting five stars!

[gracychelse]

Book number 7, Swordheart. This was a cute cozy fantasy, about a middle aged respectable widow who surprisingly gets left the entire estate of an elderly uncle by marriage, that his family are willing to kidnap her to get back. Luckily she finds a sword, that when drawn, summons a immortal (and hot) knight protector and they set off on an epic quest to find a lawyer! This was a relaxing and comfortable read, with fun banter, enjoyable character dynamics and fairly low stakes.

[stereopticons]

Holiday Reading

Got free time? Happy to have no commitments so you can commit to reading? Tag one of your favourite long reads by someone else and then one of your own stories that you think fits the bill, no matter the length.

Thanks for the tag, @chelle-68!

Undertow by @rosedavid - I love this slow burn lifeguard!Patrick AU. The exploration of feelings and the aftermath of trauma is just excellent as is the banter. You should all read it if you haven’t!

so bitter and so sweet - a semi-slow burn coffeeshop au in which David is the barista and encounters a snippy but intriguing customer.

Tagging @indestructibleheart @blackandwhiteandrose @hippolotamus @kiwiana-writes @alienajackson @jettestar @rosedavid @lizzie-bennetdarcy and anyone else who would like to participate

[stargazer56]

Holiday Reading

Thank you for tagging me, @a-noble-dragon and @ramonaflow !

Got free time? Happy to have no commitments so you can commit to reading? Tag one of your favourite long reads by someone else and then one of your own stories that you think fits the bill, no matter the length.

I have no stories of my own, but I adore long fics and love getting lost in all the amazing works we have in our fandom.

Since @a-noble-dragon already recommended my favorite ever long fic, You Can Fall by @wordthieve , I'm going to second their recommendation and add two more of my own.

Incorrect by LisaMc21 - Patrick plays for the Blue Jays, David is an interior designer. They meet on vacation and then have to figure out what comes next. I love long distance relationships, I love pining and I love this fic a ridiculous amount!

And

Blackbird, Fly by @distractivate - David and Patrick meet after the apocalypse when David joins Patrick's reintegration class to begin living in the world. Don't let the post-apocalyptic setting scare you, this story is full of joy and a beautiful relationship. The ending makes me cry every time I read it, it's so gorgeous! The companion piece, Here We Go, Bluebird, about Clint and Marcy, is also wonderful.

Tagging some mutuals in case they have time and want to share some recommendations. @raspberryconverse ,@olinsghost , @cinnamonrollsos , @apothecarose and @statueinthestonetoo .

[hotreadingwitch]

✨Winter Reading List✨

Happy December everyone! For this month I’m hoping to release a bunch of winter-themed chapters and make them into a special festive reading list for y'all! I'll update this post regularly throughout the month as I add the chapters! Enjoy <3  

Bucky x Reader x Steve - Siberia Pt.1

Bucky x Reader x Steve - Siberia Pt.2

Made to Lie - The Epilogue

Bucky x Reader - Cabin Fever

[rockinlibrarian]

Certain Ends - Chapter 1 - frimfram - The Umbrella Academy (TV) [Archive of Our Own]

I remembered I meant to do this just in time! It's technically Christmas Eve in London now, where (and when) this story takes place, and I've been sitting on reccing it since February, when @steeple-sinderby finished it (and I beta'd it). It's a heavily-Christmas-Carol-influenced story (not quite a retelling) (it's fun catching all the references, some of which are much less obvious than others) about a slightly-younger Klaus Hargreeves and the spirits haunting him that Christmas Eve, most of whom are his brother Ben. It's an incredibly EVOCATIVE story, full of description that brings a haunted winter London to life (or afterlife) which really makes it perfect for reading during the proper month, and so I am reccing it now since it was entirely too overlooked in February! Enjoy, it's delightful!

[ijustkindalikebooks]

I lack when it comes to books decision making skills.

[desdasiwrites]

A wise woman once told me it’s not my job to teach people to be happy.

– Tessa Bailey, Window Shopping

[gracychelse]

The Rules Of Royalty. Basically the Princess Diaries (movie) but queer and with very little tension. I wanted to like this a lot. I love the Princess Diaries, I love Queer YA, but I struggled to get through this one, I found the writing to be repetitive, lacking emotion, chemistry or investment.

On one hand this is good because queer authors/readers deserve to do mediocre work too, but on the other hand it was boring.

A resounding meh from me.

The saw in the background is because I've been working on revamping our chicken run, not because I'm doing anything to the book. It's headed to our local bookfair.

[nelc]

How many books should I take on holiday with me?

for Guardian Books

[firstoccupier]

This Holiday Season: Gift the Literary Treasures That Keep on Giving!

As the twinkling lights and festive decorations emerge, so does the sense of warmth and joy that fills the air during the holiday season. But beyond the cookies, carols, and cheerful gatherings lies a truth—books are not just gifts; they are portals to new worlds, thoughtful discussions, and joyful laughter. This year, as you gather with loved ones, consider bestowing the literary treasures of…

[tempest-melody]

Holiday Book Exchanges

[melikemmm]

Cosy Up with Classics: Must-Read Novels for December

Curl up this December with timeless classics! 📚✨ Dive into "A Christmas Carol," "Pride and Prejudice," "Little Women," "Wuthering Heights," and "The Great Gatsby." Perfect reads for cosy winter nights. What’s your favourite holiday book? #ClassicNovels

As the days grow shorter and the temperature drops, there’s something magical about curling up with a good book. Winter, with its serene beauty and quiet moments, provides the perfect backdrop for revisiting classic literature. These timeless tales provide escape and entertainment. They also invite reflection and warmth. This makes them ideal companions during the holiday season. 1. A Christmas…