February reading goals + help pick our next read!

February is right around the corner, and that means it’s time to embrace romantic reads, swoon-worthy moments, and a little bit of magic!

Whether you’re in the mood for a second-chance romance, a whirlwind forbidden love, or an adventurous quest filled with fated soul mates, we’ve got some fantastic book options lined up for our next read.

Help us choose our next book club read

We’re gearing up to pick our February book club read, and we’ve got three magical, romance-filled options that we know you’ll love.

🌬️ The North Wind by Alexandria Warwick– A dark and enchanting enemies-to-lovers fantasy inspired by Beauty and the Beast and the Hades & Persephone myth. Wren has spent her life fighting to survive the brutal winter in Edgewood—but when an ancient legend turns out to be true, she’s forced into a dangerous alliance with the feared ruler of the North.

💌 Love Letters and Thirst Tonics by Hailey Blackwood – A cozy, small-town fantasy romance featuring vampires, magic, and a bit of spice! After losing her shop to a magical attack, Fiella finds comfort in letters from an anonymous penpal. But when the broody, bad-luck-ridden Redd arrives in town, their fates collide, leading to a slow-burn romance full of banter, potions, and late-night confessions.

🌹 Bonded by Thorns by Elizabeth Helen – A reverse harem fantasy where one bookish girl gets tangled in a curse with four sexy fae princes. Trapped in an enchanted realm, she must help them break their curse—but what happens when she starts falling for all of them? Steamy, high-stakes, and full of magic!

How to vote

Want to help us decide which book we’ll be reading this month? Join the Illumi-Naughty Story Sippers book club on Fable and cast your vote!

We can’t wait to dive into another magical adventure with you all! Happy reading! 📚💕

Erin Vickers, Chief Reading Enthusiast

Reader, traveler, husky wrangler, and collector of books, bikinis & dogs. Founder of Story Sippers and Illumi-Naughty Story Sippers book club.

Originally from Houston, now living in Perth, I spend my days in legal tech marketing and my nights lost in a book (or starting another craft hobby I may never finish). Expect bookish banter, occasional sarcasm, and plenty of recommendations.

📖 Grab a drink & let’s talk books!

https://storysippers.com
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