The weather from January through early March will usually keep you indoors. Fight back the dreary days with a cup of cocoa and a good book! Here are some books to entertain you on the dreary days! Happy reading!
Unbroken
By Laura Hillenbrand
Genre: Biography
Unbroken tells the incredible story of Louis Zamperini. Hillenbrand outlines his life from his days as a delinquent, to competing in the 1936 Olympics, to his time as a POW in Japanese concentration camps. Recently made into a movie, this compelling and inspiring book teaches the meaning of courage and endurance.
Save the Date: The Occasional Mortifications of a Serial Wedding Goer
By Jen Doll
Genre: Non-fiction humor
Jen Doll perfectly portrays the vast range of emotions wedding goers experience. Serious conversations and wedding cake hilarity will capture your emotions and attention and be a bright spot in a gray day.
The Cuckoo’s Calling
By Robert Galbraith (J.K. Rowling)
Genre: Mystery
London beckons in this novel with Cormoran Strike, an odd and cranky detective, leading the way to solve the case of the supposed murder of the mysterious and beautiful model Lula Landry. In this lengthy novel, Rowling’s writing abilities continue to shine beyond the world of Harry Potter.
Just One Day and Just One Year
By Gayle Forman
Genre: Romantic fiction
These two books, from the same author of If I Stay, tell two sides of the same story. Allyson, a rising freshman in college, strays from her European tour group when she meets Willem, a free-spirited actor. After one beautiful day together, Allyson wakes up to find Willem gone. Just One Day tells her tale of questioning what happened that day and searching for Willem. Just One Year tells the story of Willem’s search for meaning and Allyson as he travels the world.
A Year Down Yonder
By Richard Peck
Genre: Humorous fiction
A Year Down Yonder follows Mary Alice, a young teenager, as she goes to live with her grandmother during the Depression. This easy and short read is sure to keep you laughing.
Bonus: Because who doesn’t love Amy Poehler, Mindy Kaling and Tina Fey?
Yes Please
By Amy Poehler
Genre: Biographical humor
Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? (And Other Concerns)
By Mindy Kaling
Genre: Biographical Humor
Bossypants
By Tina Fey
Genre: Biographical humor
These queens of comedy offer a glimpse into their lives in these books. They give you a peek into what its like being a mother, a nerdy kid with glasses, a friend, a failure, a success and how to keep your chin up and keep smiling along the way.