There is a right kind of book for winter. One that hits a couple of buckets. Something that feels appropriately cozy—however you define that. A book that leans into the ponderous, cumulative feeling of the cold months. Winter is a time for books, big or small, that go big on themes and feelings.
Winter is the perfect time to cozy up with a good book and escape into another world. Whether you're a fan of fiction, non-fiction, or self-improvement, there's a book out there for every guy this season. Here are 12 must-read books to add to your winter reading list:
1. "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Transport yourself to the roaring twenties with this classic novel about love, wealth, and the American Dream.
2. "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho
Discover the power of following your dreams and the importance of listening to your heart in this inspirational tale.
3. "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari
Explore the history of our species and how we have evolved to become the dominant force on Earth in this thought-provoking book.
4. "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck" by Mark Manson
Learn how to prioritize what truly matters in life and let go of the things that don't in this refreshing self-help guide.
5. "1984" by George Orwell
Dive into this dystopian classic that explores the dangers of totalitarianism and the importance of individuality.
6. "The Power of Habit" by Charles Duhigg
Discover the science behind habits and how you can change them to transform your life for the better.
7. "The Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger
Kafka once wrote, “A book must be the axe for the frozen sea within us. That is my belief.”
That’s what we’ve compiled here: 12 books that pair one older title with one newer one, each set circling a shared theme and giving us space to sit with the big stuff that surfaces around the holidays and into the new year. Epic journeys. Books that help align us with personal goals. Stories about the ways we’re shaped by family. And a few straight-up barn-burning page-turners
Happy reading, folks.
