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Get ready to wear your love for Black romance proudly. From soft hoodies to bookish tees, our cozy collection is almost here — made for readers who love slow mornings, warm drinks, and good love stories.
"Here at Cozy in the Stacks, we’re all about celebrating the joy of Black romance at your pace. No awkward Zoom calls, no racing to meet deadlines, no stressing over “keeping up.” Just stories, swoons, and space to fall in love with reading all over again."

Dana Anntynette - Creator

What's Inside...

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  • A Throwback Cozy Pick of the Month, you’ll actually be excited to read with nostalgia (and discuss when you’re ready).

  • Author Spotlights that give flowers to the brilliant minds behind our favorite love stories.

  • A monthly Cozy Illuminator, highlighting the bookish creators lighting up our feeds.

  • Seasonal Reads, Tropes & Themes to match your mood and reading season.

  • Tips & habits to make your reading life cozier (because let’s be honest, vibes matter).

  • Journaling prompts to help you reflect on your reads — and yourself.

  • Blog discussions built around YOU:

    • Before The Cozy Read → Spoiler-free guides to help you decide if a book is your next binge.

    • After The Cozy Read → A cozy corner to spill your feelings, share thoughts, and connect once you’ve finished.

"Whether you’re a lifelong romance lover or just peeking into the genre, this space was made for you — the reader who wants the connection of a book club without the pressure.

So, take a deep breath, get comfy, and let’s get lost in the stacks together."

Dana Anntynette - Creator

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Throwback

Cozy Pick

When ambition comes wrapped in charm, danger often follows close behind…

In Dangerous Fortune, Shirley Harrison delivers a gripping blend of suspense, desire, and betrayal as one woman steps into a world where power plays hide in whispered promises and every choice comes with a price.

Avery Mitchell never planned to fall for a man like Damien Cole—magnetic, wealthy, and wrapped in mystery. What begins as a chance encounter quickly spirals into a whirlwind of luxury, seduction, and a chemistry she can’t deny. But Damien’s world is far from flawless… and the deeper Avery falls, the more she realizes he’s not the only one keeping secrets.

Politics, money, and influence collide as Avery becomes entangled in a dangerous web—one spun long before she arrived. A single secret could ruin destinies. A single mistake could cost lives. And the men who want Avery either want to protect her… or possess her.

When loyalties crack and alliances shift, Avery must decide what matters more: the intoxicating pull of forbidden love or the truth that might destroy them all.

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Author Spotlight

Meet the brilliant mind behind your next favorite Black romance! Each month, we shine a cozy little spotlight on an author who makes us fall in love with love all over again. Grab your blanket and click below to discover this month’s featured storyteller — because behind every swoon-worthy book is a voice you’ll want to know.

Monica Cox

Choose Your Cozy

Think of this as your little menu of comfort reads—organized by trope, season, and theme—so you can always find the Black romance story that feels like home, no matter your mood.

Seasonal reads in Black romance are such a vibe —they let readers match their books to the time of year or mood.

Examples in Black romance:

  • Spring Reads – Fresh Starts & Blossoming Love

  • Summer Reads – Fun, Flirty, and Steamy

  • Fall Reads – Cozy & Reflective

  • Winter Reads – Holidays & Heartwarming Vibes

A trope is the specific setup, situation, or character dynamic used in the story.
It’s the fun, recognizable pattern we readers scream over.

Examples in Black romance:

  • Friends to Lovers

  • Enemies to Lovers

  • Fake Dating

  • Forbidden Love

  • Grumpy x Sunshine

So, trope = the juicy storyline ingredient we can’t get enough of.

A theme is the big idea or underlying message of the story.
Think: what the book is really about on a deeper level.

Examples in Black romance:

  • Second Chances → Love can heal old wounds.

  • Self-Discovery → Learning to love yourself before loving someone else.

  • Family & Community → How relationships shape who we are.

So, theme = the heart of the story.

About Me....

Hey, I’m Dana Anntynette, the introvert behind Cozy in the Stacks. I built this space for readers who love Black romance but want the joy of a book club without the deadlines. Here, you’ll find swoony reads, trope talk, cozy tips, and a community that moves at your pace. So grab your blanket and let’s get lost in the stacks together.

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