With temperatures dropping into the 20s this week, there is something magical about curling up with a good winter-themed YA book. Imagine sipping hot chocolate, wrapped in a warm blanket as you delve into tales of frozen vistas, festive celebrations, and heartwarming connections.

The following list of YA books set against icy backdrops transport readers into winter wonderlands, highlight both the beauty and danger of winter, explore themes of transformation and perseverance, and make the perfect companions for a cozy reading season during the coldest months.

Whether it is the cozy warmth of a holiday romance, the creeping chill of a wintry thriller, or the enchanting world of a fantasy where snow queens reign and icy spells cloak the landscape in a snowy mantle, these recommendations will be love at frost sight.

Let the magic of the season unfold on the pages in front of you.