Great Books To Curl Up With This Winter
Reading is one of the simple pleasures in life for many people. To take some time and be transported into an world, created so visual to the mind with vivid descriptions and eccentric characters is such an incredible experience. It’s something that many of us, unfortunately, push to the side as life’s other priorities come along and take precedence, but it’s something so wonderful and peaceful that we should all try and do it more often.
This winter, now that the holidays are over, the out of town guests have left, and the weather is cold, it’s the perfect time to fit that new book into your life, mind, and soul.
We have found a stellar list of books that are must reads, NOW, before they are adapted into a screenplay and shown in theaters for all to view. Being able to go into the story of your choosing, in a silent, personal, and fresh way (before Hollywood gets a hold of it), is a wonderful experience and something to take advantage of! Whether you’re one of those people who love a good book but say, “No thanks” to the movie, or you love to take them both in and compare and contrast the two, this list of books has something for everyone to enjoy! From trillers to romances, books based on true stories and science fiction novels, this list has it all and they all look truly amazing!
Be sure to take advantage of this cold weather, a cozy blanket and warm cup of tea, and find your happy place, even if it’s only 20 minutes a day. You’ll likely find these all in an audiobook, form, as well, so you can enjoy them on your way to work or anytime in you're in traffic. We hope you like the list as much as we do and enjoy your selection(s)!
Our Highlighted Selections:
1
'The Aftermath' by Rhidian Brook
Summary: In a war-torn post-WWII Germany, a British colonel moves into Hamburg to rebuild the city with his wife. They move into the home of a German man and his daughter, which has deep consequences for all of them.
* Who's starring: Jason Clarke is playing the colonel, Keira Knightley is starring as his wife, and Alexander Skarsgard is playing their German host.
* Release date: TBD
2
'Where'd You Go, Bernadette?" by Maria Semple
Summary: After her mom, Bernadette, disappears, 15-year-old Bee dives into emails, documents, and secret correspondence to find her.
* Who's starring: Richard Linklater is set to direct the film, and Cate Blanchett has been cast as Bernadette. Kristen Wiig, Billy Crudup, and Judy Greer are also set to star. Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber — the writers behind (500) Days of Summer — are writing the screenplay.
* Release date: May 11, 2018
3
'Luckiest Girl Alive' by Jessica Knoll
Summary: A glamorous 20-something New Yorker hides a dark secret in her past.
* Who's starring: No one has been cast yet, but Reese Witherspoon is producing the movie.
* Release date: TBD
4
'The Bookseller' by Cynthia Swanson
Summary: In the 1960s, single Kitty owns a bookshop but dreams of a life where she's married with children — and she starts to blur the lines between reality and fantasy.
* Who's starring: Julia Roberts will play Kitty.
* Release date: TBD
5
'The Devil in the White City' by Eric Larson
Summary: The unbelievable true story of Daniel Burnham, the architect responsible for the construction of the Chicago World's Fair in 1893, and Dr. H. H. Holmes, a serial killer who used the fair to lure victims to his own "World's Fair Hotel" — and to their deaths.
* Who's starring: Leonardo DiCaprio will play the sick-minded Holmes, though there's no word yet on who will step in as Burnham. Martin Scorsesewill direct.
* Release date: TBD
6
'Love May Fail' by Matthew Quick
Summary: A woman dealing with the breakup of her marriage heads back to her hometown to clear the name of a former teacher.
* Who's starring: Emma Stone will star in the movie, which is being adapted by Mike White.
* Release date: TBD
***See The Full List HERE:
47 Books To Curl Up With Before They’re Movies
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We hope you’re able to take some time for yourselves to dive into one of these novels, as well as partake in some new and creative things this new year! A painting and wine class at Pinot’s Palette is one of the perfect ways to spend time with friends, family, or alone, in a creative, fun, and happy environment. If you’ve never been to one of our classes, be sure to check us out soon! We will walk you through an acrylic painting from blank canvas to masterpiece in just 2-3 hours, encouraging you the whole way. We have a tasty wine and beer menu to add some extra fun to your experience, along with some great music, and a friendly staff!
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