This year brought mystery and myth, queens, princesses, and warriors, forbidden secrets, dark magic, hard fought challenges, and sweet treats through the stories we've shared together. Each with its own theme and unique vibe, we spun the stories together with curated products and music to fit that vibe. Any time you want to explore any of these feelings again, just hop on over to LitJoy Spotify playlists and allow the music to take you to another world or channel your inner rebel. Here's a recap of our playlists from 2022:

Winter

Legends and Lore Fable, mystery, secret, or fairytale, we all love a good story! Whether it's a myth or a whispered rumor, enjoy this playlist including "Little Talks" by Of Monsters and Men, "Secret" by The Pierces, and mystical instrumentals inspired by the tales that thrill & excite in the magical world.
Rise of a Queen Join us as we shatter the world you once knew and travel to kingdoms of clashing empires, forgotten royalty, and heroes whose gifts are suppressed. Enjoy this romantic playlist with songs fit for a queen like "Killer Queen" by Queen, "Make It to Me" by Sam Smith, and "Emmylou" by First Aid Kit!
A Day in the Great Library If you could travel to the Kingdom of Austermeer and step into one of the Great Libraries, we think it would sound a little like this playlist featuring "Meet Me in the Hallway" by Harry Styles and "Writer in the Dark" by Lorde.
A Little Princess A playlist fit for the most resilient & kind-hearted princesses to accompany one of our favorite childhood classics: Frances Hodgson Burnett's A Little Princess. With "Girls Like You" by Vitamin String Quartet and "Pretty Little Birds" by SZA, this lively playlist will have you dancing in your living room feeling like royalty yourself.

Spring

Helene Aquilla "Loyal to the end." Enjoy this playlist inspired by the rebel in all her glory, Helene Aquilla. When you're feeling like a defiant, nonconforming warrior, let the tunes and lyrics of "I Like the Way You Die" by Black Honey, "SING" by My Chemical Romance, "I am not a woman, I'm a god" by Halsey, and songs by Jack White, Hamilton Leithauser, The Decemberists and more stir you to action!
Wizards Tournament Grab your wands, brush up on your magic spells, and come with courage because you’ve been chosen by the goblet. Turn up this LitJoy curated Spotify playlist & let the games begin with songs including "Victorious" by Panic! at the Disco and "COPYCAT" by Billie Eilish.
Magic Awakens Break the tethers that bind you and accept the magic you have within! The line between what is forbidden and what is right will blur as you journey into this playlist. Let go of the life you once knew and become part of the magic with the playlist for May 2022's YA crate featuring "Nightingale" by Norah Jones, "Wake Up" by Arcade Fire, and more enchanting tunes.
Mia Corvere A hard-rocking playlist devoted to our favorite bookish badass: Mia Corvere. When you need to unleash your own inner badass, let songs like "Misery Business" by Paramore and "Miss Murder" by AFI inspire you!

Summer

The Great Gatsby All that glitters isn't gold, and Jay Gatsby sure found out the hard way. Get swept away by this playlist with songs like "Chandelier" by Vitamin String Quartet and "Achilles Come Down" by Gang of Youths. They will remind you of the tragedy that befell Gatsby in his story that juxtaposes the haughtiness of old money, the grotesque mass consumerism of the nouveau riche, and the seemingly impossible pursuit of the American Dream.
Magical Express All aboard for the adventure of a lifetime this summer! This steam locomotive will transport you to a magical world that is all about the ride! Enjoy this playlist featuring great hits, like "Where the Adventure Begins" by Tim Halperin and "Traingazing" by Sam Wills, to go with your journey filled with spells, friends, creatures, and anything you want off the trolley!
One Playlist to Rule Them All Grab your ring and listen to this playlist with "Only Time" by Enya and "Ends of the Earth" by Lord Huron that will bring you on an adventure with your favorite elves, wizards, and halflings!
Steampunk and Petticoats Ready to travel to a fantasy world where retro futuristic technology and Victorian fashion are all the rage?! You better be! A dash of magic, lifelike inventions, fairies, and wardrobes all come together to transport you to new worlds in this electrifying Spotify playlist . A handful of perfectly placed instrumentals along with engaging songs like "Crazy = Genius" by Panic! at the Disco and Ezra Furman's "Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde" really get the steampunk vibe going.

Fall

Dark Arts Enter the Restricted Section at your own risk! The Dark Arts playlist will help you brush up on your curses, poisonous potions, and dark creatures. It’s time to step over to the dark side and set your inner rebel free! Enjoy "Season of the Witch" by Lana Del Rey, "Heathens" by Twenty One Pilots, "Control" by Halsey, and more!
Gothic Horror This haunting playlist is perfect for lovers of the dark and mysterious. Lauren O'Connell's slowed down version of "House of the Rising Sun" will send chills down your spine along with Billie Eilish's "No Time to Die" with whispering lyrics and suspenseful piano beats. The playlist is rounded out with eerie instrumentals and the dark lyrics of Florence + The Machine.
Cardan Greenbriar A playlist handcrafted for Cardan Greenbriar, the cruel prince himself. With songs like Taylor Swift's "I Did Something Bad," OneRepublic's "Everybody Loves Me," and Ellie Goulding's "Hate Me," Cardan's sadistic, prideful, and manipulative personality is perfectly captured in song.
Gods and Vikings Prepare yourself for an epic adventure across the Nordic sea and into a land full of mystery, music, and magic. Explore worlds unknown with seafaring warriors, axe-wielding gods, bibliophiles, luck dragons, and sorcerers with this adventurous playlist featuring epic instrumentals and fierce songs like "Rabbit Heart (Raise It Up)" by Florence + The Machine.
Cozy Winter Reading This playlist is a great transition back into the winter season. Enjoy the sweet calm of winter with these soft tunes to warm you, including "White Winter Hymnal" by Fleet Foxes. You'll want to put on your comfy pants and fuzzy socks, grab your current read and hot cocoa to curl up on the couch with to watch the snowfall or lose yourself in a story.
Sweets and Treats Every witch and wizard will enjoy the most decadent and innovative sweets imaginable. See if you can guess the flavor of our jelly beans and then wash them down with a frothy buttered beer. The last of our Spotify playlists of 2022 is going to be the most magical sugar rush you’ve ever experienced, especially with "I Want Candy" by The Strangeloves kicking it off!