This time of year, everything just gets a bit cozier. Holiday decorations go up, warm drinks are constantly in hand, and delectable desserts are just an arm’s-length away. Between now and the end of 2023, I’m definitely going to sneak in a few titles that are entirely for fun and entertainment. We all need a bit of an escape now and then, especially as the calendar year winds down.
I re-read Lord of the Rings every year, but I don't consider that an escape or a cozy read. I'd say the Spooks Apprentice series (first 9 books) by the late Joseph Delaney. They are young adult focused, but I find them immensely enjoyable. On my fourth re-read. Mmmmm.
I used to love magazines back in the day (er, the 90s) so I’d probably grab a home decor book or something with lots of pictures in case I accidentally take a nap under a really nice blanket.
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I’m not too proud to say that my go-to cozy read is The Complete Calvin & Hobbes…
On that note, I can’t wait to check out Bill Watterson’s new book, The Mysteries, too! Asking for it for Christmas…
For escape, I tend to gravitate towards espionage and mystery book. My latest escape reads are the Slow Horses series by Mick Herron.
My comfort reads include Three Junes, by Julia Glass (the audiobook, if you can!);
84 Charing Cross Road, by Helene Hanff; and anything by Ann Patchett.
Karl May
Lee Child
Terry Pratchett
Agatha Christie
Mine is Love, Rosie by Cecilia Ahern. It’s such a heartwarming love story that spans decades. I get comfort it reading it over and over again.
I re-read Lord of the Rings every year, but I don't consider that an escape or a cozy read. I'd say the Spooks Apprentice series (first 9 books) by the late Joseph Delaney. They are young adult focused, but I find them immensely enjoyable. On my fourth re-read. Mmmmm.
The Hobbit and the Harry Potter books for me.
My go-to authors are Craig Johnson, Louise Penny, and a slew of cozy mystery authors--Amanda Flower, Paige Shelton, Carlene O'Connor to name a few.
I used to love magazines back in the day (er, the 90s) so I’d probably grab a home decor book or something with lots of pictures in case I accidentally take a nap under a really nice blanket.
My comfort reads are "The Client" by John Grisham and any of the fantasy novels I have on my shelf!
Martin Walker’s “Bruno, Chief of Police” series offers mystery, insight into modern France, and much more including incredible writing about food and wine!