As the winter gloom has settled in and is here to stay, why not turn to books that make you feel as if you lit a warm fire? Reading can be a fantastic way to fast-forward the season, travel without stepping on a plane, and read the seasonal depression away. Some of these books may even inspire you to learn to enjoy this dreary season.
A couple splits up but decides to hide this fact from their friends for their yearly group getaway – what could go wrong? Henry has become synonymous with feel-good reads, and to top it off, this fan-favourite romance is set in the warm and sunny summer months.
Luxembourgish culinary author and TV Anne Faber personality recently published a recipe book dedicated to baking that aligns with seasons. So heat up that oven and get to baking a warm and delicious treat to chase away the cold, inside and out.
Sometimes, there is nothing better to do than hibernate and care for yourself. This book advocates for restorative practices, especially during hard times. You might just come out the other side a stronger you.
A lighthearted and funny take on how beloved literary characters may have been as texters. Who would ghost people, who would spam them, and who would be keeping a text secret from their partner? This is the perfect gift for that friend whose nose is always buried in a book.
Start taking notes for your world trip plans or travel without leaving your living room thanks to the late Bourdain’s guide on where to eat, what to see, and what to do, in cities near and far.
What would a cosy book list be without a little bit of fantasy? This feel-good novel about a lonely witch who embarks upon an unexpected adventure is a great one to get lost in.
Pick up this collection of short stories if you want to be transported into a bygone New England, following the ups and downs of the Maples’ marriage, from beginning to end.
Who better to teach us about finding little moments of happiness and warmth in the cold dark season than the Nordics? Learn about the Hygge lifestyle; maybe you’ll find yourself cocooning while the cold winds blow outside.