Books to Wrap You in Warmth and Joy
Dive into these delightful reads that promise to leave you feeling uplifted and content. From whimsical fantasy to heartwarming tales, each book is a cozy escape from the everyday. Perfect for those moments when you just want to feel good!
The Phantom Tollbooth
290 pages
It's a brilliant kid's book, full of clever wordplay that makes it a delightful read.
Me Talk Pretty One Day
220 pages
David Sedaris is very funny, and even when the themes aren't upbeat, his stories leave you feeling nice after reading.
Naked
262 pages
David Sedaris is very funny, and even when the themes aren't upbeat, his stories leave you feeling nice after reading.
The Flatshare
413 pages
A charming read that brings comfort and joy, perfect for when you need a pick-me-up.
The Rosie Effect
353 pages
This book is a heartwarming story that can lift your spirits during tough times.
Where'd You Go, Bernadette
322 pages
An engaging and humorous tale that can brighten your mood when life gets challenging.
The Lord Of The Rings
1267 pages
The themes of hope and perseverance in LOTR are incredibly uplifting and can really brighten your mood.
Summers at Castle Auburn
275 pages
She was a girl with a talent for witchcraft and a taste for adventure. The illegitimate child of a royal lord, she longed for a man who could never be hers. And she lived for her summers at Castle Auburn. She is a woman who has grown accustomed to standing alone. What she once loved, she has lost. Where she once saw joy, she now sees terrible injustice. And at the castle where she only lived in peace she now walks in fear for her life.
Crocodile on the Sandbank
244 pages
From a New York Times bestselling author, a Victorian-era thriller featuring Egyptologist Amelia Peabody, a self-proclaimed spinster and heiress who's unrattled by anyone–including mummies. The unshakeable Amelia Peabody embarks on an Egyptian adventure armed with self-confidence, a journal to record her thoughts, and, of course–a sturdy umbrella. On her way to Cairo, Amelia rescues young Evelyn Barton-Forbes, who has been abandoned by her scoundrel lover. Together the two women sail up the Nile to an archeological site run a pair of handsome brothers. Strange visitations, suspicious accidents, and a botched kidnapping convince Amelia that there is a plot afoot to harm Evelyn. Now Amelia finds herself up against an unknown enemy–and perilous forces that threaten to make her first Egyptian trip also her last...
Annotated Christmas Carol
406 pages
The celebrated annotator of "The Wizard of Oz" and "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" has now prepared a sumptuous new edition of the Dickens classic.
The Hating Game
358 pages
'Charming, self-deprecating, quick-witted and funny' The New York Times 'The Hating Game is bursting at the seams with love (and hate) and heart' Christina Lauren, New York Times bestselling author of The Unhoneymooners Now a film starring Lucy Hale and Austin Stowell, globally bestselling author Sally Thorne's hilarious workplace comedy is all about the fine line between love and hate. Lucy Hutton and Joshua Templeman sit across from each other every day . . . and they hate each other. Not dislike. Not begrudgingly tolerate. HATE. Lucy can't understand Joshua's joyless, uptight approach to his job and refusal to smile. Joshua is clearly baffled by Lucy's overly bright clothes, quirkiness, and desire to be liked. Now they're up for the same promotion and Lucy, usually a determined people-pleaser, has had enough: it's time to take him down. But as the tension between Lucy and Joshua reaches its boiling point, it's clear that the real battle has only just begun . . . This bestselling, laugh-out-loud romantic comedy is an unmissable treat, perfect for fans of Christina Lauren's UNHONEYMOONERS or Emily Henry's BEACH READ. 'Funny, sexy and instantly unputdownable' Paige Toon 'The next Sophie Kinsella' Bustle 'A smart and funny modern romance' Good Housekeeping 'Acerbic and sexy and filled with tension . . . a wicked, witty romance that will capture readers' hearts long before Joshua manages to capture Lucy's' Sarah MacLean, Washington Post
Die Abenteuer von Sherlock Holmes
The series offers a sense of safety and trust through the dedicated investigations of Sherlock and Watson, making it a compelling read.
Forged in the Fire
This book offers a unique perspective on solitude and nature, capturing the essence of spending an entire season alone in a fire tower, filled with thoughts and routines.
All Things Bright and Beautiful
565 pages
From the #1 New York Times–bestselling author of All Creatures Great and Small: more true stories of a veterinarian in small-town Yorkshire, England. After his first day on the job, James Herriot’s mentor warns him that the life of a country veterinarian is full of small triumphs and big disasters, but that he’d never be bored. From night visits to drafty barns during freezing northern England winters, to the beautiful vitality of rural life in the summertime, to the colorful menagerie of animals—and their owners—that pass through his office, Herriot experiences new challenges and joys every day. In these pages, Herriot trains under his eccentric boss Siegfried Farnon in a rustic English village, courts the woman that becomes his wife, and meets the people he would come to write about for a lifetime.
The Lincoln Highway
593 pages
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER More than ONE MILLION copies sold A TODAY Show Read with Jenna Book Club Pick A New York Times Notable Book, a New York Times Readers’ Choice Best Book of the Century, and Chosen by Oprah Daily, Time, NPR, The Washington Post, Bill Gates and Barack Obama as a Best Book of the Year “Wise and wildly entertaining . . . permeated with light, wit, youth.” —The New York Times Book Review “A classic that we will read for years to come.” —Jenna Bush Hager, Read with Jenna book club “Fantastic. Set in 1954, Towles uses the story of two brothers to show that our personal journeys are never as linear or predictable as we might hope.” —Bill Gates “A real joyride . . . elegantly constructed and compulsively readable.” —NPR The bestselling author of A Gentleman in Moscow and Rules of Civility and master of absorbing, sophisticated fiction returns with a stylish and propulsive novel set in 1950s America In June, 1954, eighteen-year-old Emmett Watson is driven home to Nebraska by the warden of the juvenile work farm where he has just served fifteen months for involuntary manslaughter. His mother long gone, his father recently deceased, and the family farm foreclosed upon by the bank, Emmett's intention is to pick up his eight-year-old brother, Billy, and head to California where they can start their lives anew. But when the warden drives away, Emmett discovers that two friends from the work farm have hidden themselves in the trunk of the warden's car. Together, they have hatched an altogether different plan for Emmett's future, one that will take them all on a fateful journey in the opposite direction—to the City of New York. Spanning just ten days and told from multiple points of view, Towles's third novel will satisfy fans of his multi-layered literary styling while providing them an array of new and richly imagined settings, characters, and themes. “Once again, I was wowed by Towles’s writing—especially because The Lincoln Highway is so different from A Gentleman in Moscow in terms of setting, plot, and themes. Towles is not a one-trick pony. Like all the best storytellers, he has range. He takes inspiration from famous hero’s journeys, including The Iliad, The Odyssey, Hamlet, Huckleberry Finn, and Of Mice and Men. He seems to be saying that our personal journeys are never as linear or predictable as an interstate highway. But, he suggests, when something (or someone) tries to steer us off course, it is possible to take the wheel.” – Bill Gates
Plainsong
322 pages
National Book Award Finalist A heartstrong story of family and romance, tribulation and tenacity, set on the High Plains east of Denver. In the small town of Holt, Colorado, a high school teacher is confronted with raising his two boys alone after their mother retreats first to the bedroom, then altogether. A teenage girl—her father long since disappeared, her mother unwilling to have her in the house—is pregnant, alone herself, with nowhere to go. And out in the country, two brothers, elderly bachelors, work the family homestead, the only world they've ever known. From these unsettled lives emerges a vision of life, and of the town and landscape that bind them together—their fates somehow overcoming the powerful circumstances of place and station, their confusion, curiosity, dignity and humor intact and resonant. As the milieu widens to embrace fully four generations, Kent Haruf displays an emotional and aesthetic authority to rival the past masters of a classic American tradition.
Mort
322 pages
'YOU CANNOT INTERFERE WITH FATE. WHO ARE YOU TO JUDGE WHO SHOULD LIVE AND WHO SHOULD DIE?' Death comes to us all. When he came to Mort, he offered him a job. Death is the Grim Reaper of the Discworld, a black-robed skeleton with a scythe who ushers souls into the next world. He is also fond of cats and endlessly baffled by humanity. Soon Death is yearning to experience what humanity really has to offer, but to do that, he'll need to hire some help. It's an offer Mort can't refuse. As Death's apprentice he'll have free board, use of the company horse - and being dead isn't compulsory. It's a dream job - until Mort falls in love with Death's daughter, Ysabell, and discovers that your boss can be a killer on your love life . . . 'Incredibly funny, compulsively readable' The Times 'Cracking dialogue, compelling illogic and unchained whimsy' Sunday Times Mort is the first book in the Death series, but you can read the Discworld novels in any order.
Howl's Moving Castle
336 pages
This acclaimed novel, newly repackaged, introduces Sophie, resigned to her fate as a hat shop apprentice until a witch turns her into an old woman and she finds herself in the castle of the greatly feared Wizard Howl. An ALA Notable Book and an ALA Best Book for Young Adults. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.
The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making
256 pages
This book is a captivating tale about a girl named September who navigates the enchanting yet perilous world of Fairyland, making it a beautiful and warm read despite its tense moments.
The Starless Sea
358 pages
This book felt like a warm hug and offers a unique writing style that stands out. If you're looking for something different, it might just make you the happiest reader this year.
Little Women
927 pages
A timeless classic that explores the lives and struggles of four sisters, making it a beautiful reflection on family and growth.
A Man Called Ove
368 pages
This book is a heartwarming tale that beautifully captures the essence of life and human connection.
Britt-Marie Was Here
300 pages
A delightful story that showcases the importance of community and finding one's place in the world.
Mitch Albom's Tuesdays with Morrie
52 pages
An inspiring read that offers profound life lessons through the conversations between a student and his mentor.
The Long Way to a Small Angry Planet
416 pages
This book is a delightful blend of sci-fi and friendships, making it a lovely and uplifting read that I highly recommend.
Garden Spells
258 pages
Her books are perfect for summer reading, offering a delightful escape with their enchanting stories.
The Rivan Codex
482 pages
This series is like comfort food, perfect for when you need something uncomplicated. The banter between the characters is a highlight that never fails to bring a smile.
Neverwhere
402 pages
A light-hearted and funny read, featuring quirky and likeable characters that make the story enjoyable.
Good Omens
434 pages
A thoroughly enjoyable fictional end-of-the-world story that resonates even more while witnessing real-life events.
A Natural History of Dragons
292 pages
"You, dear reader, continue at your own risk. It is not for the faint of heart—no more so than the study of dragons itself..." From Scirland to the farthest reaches of Eriga, Isabella, Lady Trent is known to be the world's preeminent dragon naturalist. She is the remarkable woman who brought the study of dragons out of the misty shadows of myth into the clear light of modern science. But before she became the illustrious figure we know today, there was a bookish young woman whose passion for learning and natural history defied the stifling conventions of her day. Here at last, in her own words, is the true story of a pioneering spirit who risked her reputation, her prospects and her fragile flesh to satisfy her scientific curiosity; of how she sought true love and happiness despite her lamentable eccentricities; and of her thrilling expedition to the perilous mountains of Vystrana, where she made the first of many historic discoveries that would change the world forever.
Beauty
165 pages
The New York Times–bestselling author of Rose Daughter reimagines the classic French fairy tale of Beauty and the Beast. I was the youngest of three daughters. Our literal-minded mother named us Grace, Hope, and Honour. . . . My father still likes to tell the story of how I acquired my odd nickname: I had come to him for further information when I first discovered that our names meant something besides you-come-here. He succeeded in explaining grace and hope, but he had some difficulty trying to make the concept of honour understandable to a five-year-old. . . . I said: ‘Huh! I’d rather be Beauty.’ . . . By the time it was evident that I was going to let the family down by being plain, I’d been called Beauty for over six years. . . . I wasn’t really very fond of my given name, Honour, either . . . as if ‘honourable’ were the best that could be said of me. The sisters’ wealthy father loses all his money when his merchant fleet is drowned in a storm, and the family moves to a village far away. Then the old merchant hears what proves to be a false report that one of his ships had made it safe to harbor at last, and on his sad, disappointed way home again he becomes lost deep in the forest and has a terrifying encounter with a fierce Beast, who walks like a man and lives in a castle. The merchant’s life is forfeit, says the Beast, for trespass and the theft of a rose—but he will spare the old man’s life if he sends one of his daughters: “Your daughter would take no harm from me, nor from anything that lives in my lands.” When Beauty hears this story—for her father had picked the rose to bring to her—her sense of honor demands that she take up the Beast’s offer, for “cannot a Beast be tamed?” This “splendid story” by the Newbery Medal–winning author of The Hero and the Crown has been named an ALA Notable Book and a Phoenix Award Honor Book (Publishers Weekly).
Midnight at the Blackbird Cafe
305 pages
THE USA TODAY BESTSELLER Heather Webber's Midnight at the Blackbird Cafe is a captivating blend of magical realism, heartwarming romance, and small-town Southern charm. Nestled in the mountain shadows of Alabama lies the little town of Wicklow. It is here that Anna Kate has returned to bury her beloved Granny Zee, owner of the Blackbird Café. It was supposed to be a quick trip to close the café and settle her grandmother’s estate, but despite her best intentions to avoid forming ties or even getting to know her father’s side of the family, Anna Kate finds herself inexplicably drawn to the quirky Southern town her mother ran away from so many years ago, and the mysterious blackbird pie everybody can’t stop talking about. As the truth about her past slowly becomes clear, Anna Kate will need to decide if this lone blackbird will finally be able to take her broken wings and fly. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
The Honk and Holler Opening Soon
232 pages
Caney Paxton wanted his cafe to have the biggest and brightest sign in Eastern Oklahoma-the "opening soon" part was supposed to be just a removable, painted notice. But a fateful misunderstanding gave Vietnam vet Caney the flashiest joke in the entire state. Twelve years later, the once-busy highway is dead and the sign is as worn as Caney, who hasn't ventured outside the diner since it opened. Then one blustery December day, a thirtyish Crow woman blows in with a three-legged dog in her arms and a long-buried secret on her mind. Hiring on as a carhop, Vena Takes Horse is soon shaking up business, the locals, and Caney's heart...as she teaches them all about generosity of spirit, love, and the possibility of promise-just like the sign says.
The Goblin Emperor
480 pages
, The first UK publication of this multiple award winning, critically acclaimed high fantasy US smash hit phenomenon. "Challenging, invigorating, and unique." ― Scott Lynch, bestselling author of The Lies of Locke Lamora, Nominated for the Nebula and Hugo awards, and a World Fantasy Award Finalist, Katherine Addison's The Goblin Emperor is a vividly imagined fantasy of court intrigue and dark magics. Unbound Worlds 100 Best Fantasy Novels of All Time Maia, the youngest, half-goblin son of the Emperor has lived his entire life in exile, distant from the Imperial Court and the deadly intrigue that suffuses it. But when his father and three sons in line for the throne are killed in an "accident," he has no choice but to take his place as the only surviving rightful heir. Entirely unschooled in the art of court politics, he has no friends, no advisors, and the sure knowledge that whoever assassinated his father and brothers could make an attempt on his life at any moment. Surrounded by sycophants eager to curry favour with the naïve new emperor, and overwhelmed by the burdens of his new life, he can trust nobody. Amid the swirl of plots to depose him, offers of arranged marriages, and the spectre of the unknown conspirators who lurk in the shadows, he must quickly adjust to life as the Goblin Emperor., ,
Anne of Green Gables
464 pages
A sweet and comforting read, this book allows you to view the world through Anne's hopeful and imaginative eyes, celebrating the beauty and joy in everything. It's a nostalgic journey that resonates with anyone who loves nature and storytelling.
Red, White & Royal Blue
314 pages
Red, White and Royal Blue is a very funny, feel-good read with an irresistible concept of a relationship between the son of the U.S. president and a prince of the UK.
The Secret Life of Bees
333 pages
This book, set in 60s America, explores themes of racial prejudice and resilience, delivering a powerful message about not giving in to oppressors and the healing power of nature. The emotional ending resonates deeply, reinforcing the importance of perseverance.
Anansi Boys
354 pages
Anansi Boys is an absolute joy to read, offering a lighter and more comical tone compared to American Gods.
Spinning Silver
443 pages
If you enjoyed Uprooted, you'll love Spinning Silver, a captivating Rumplestiltskin retelling set in a Slavic inspired fantasy world. The three main female characters are not only sympathetic but also incredibly competent, making for a satisfying and well-rounded story.
Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe
384 pages
It's a life defining book that offers warmth and depth.
Ella Enchanted
244 pages
In this novel based on the story of Cinderella, Ella struggles against the childhood curse that forces her to obey any order given to her.
All the Crooked Saints
245 pages
This book offers a unique glimpse into a family of saints in the Colorado desert, exploring their interactions with the pilgrims they assist.
Number One Ladies' Detective Agency
274 pages
This series offers a delightful mix of humor and heart, making it a perfect choice for anyone looking for a wholesome and enjoyable read.
Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine
365 pages
This book is one of the most heartwarming reads ever, and I finished it in just a day!
Water for Elephants
433 pages
This book engulfs your mind and transports you to a whole different place, making it a captivating read despite some parts not being warm and fuzzy.
Just One Damned Thing After Another
330 pages
The whole St. Mary's series is such a light and funny read, and I love how heartwarmingly close everyone is there.
Warbreaker
692 pages
This book has intense moments but also offers a colorful, bright, and lively feel that makes it a unique read.
