Curating a reading routine is about more than just the perfect book. For me (and I’d wager many of you) reading isn’t just reading. It’s teleportation. It’s soul-soothing. It’s therapy. And when life feels chaotic, there’s something incredibly comforting about settling down with a book and making the moment feel magical.

Here’s a peek into how I do just that, and hopefully some inspiration to help you create your own version of reading bliss.

Something a little different this month! Check out our first tarot reading for book club, plus a tequila cocktail pairing to kick off May’s pick, Praise by Sara Cate.

Story Sippers has always been a space for book lovers, but lately I’ve felt the pull to share more — creativity, small wins, and the imperfect, everyday moments that shape who we are. In this post, I reflect on the shifts happening both here and in my own life, and why sometimes the smallest resets matter most.

Get ready to fall for a love story that is as forbidden as it is unforgettable. Praise by Sara Cate aims to deliver scorching chemistry, emotional healing, and the kind of swoony, dominant hero that romance dreams are made of. Join us for a story that is sure to be a little bit scandalous and irresistibly steamy.