Cozy Books that Pair Nicely with Cocoa

Published on December 03, 2024

person reading with a blanket and a mug

By Allie

It’s cozy season! That’s right, you heard me. We’re talking oversized fleece blankets. We’re talking woolly socks with Nordic knits. We’re talking hearty mugs of hot cocoa with an excessive but shame-free pile of marshmallows on top.

And of course, cozy books.  

What makes a book cozy? It could be any combination of cozy qualities: a gentle tone, a picturesque atmosphere, a low-stakes plot, wholesome themes, or a happy ending.

It’s a warm hug in a book.

Winter isn’t the only time to enjoy these kinds of books. The next time you’re in a reading slump, a cozy book could give you the boost you need. And if you’re weary after reading something intense—a dramatic cliffhanger, some high fantasy, or even the news—that’s prime cozy time.

So light a candle and grab a blanket! We’ve got a fresh batch of titles that all pair nicely with cocoa.

 

cover of book titled legends & lattes Cozy Fantasy | Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree

What could be cozier than the buzz of a coffee shop? One with orcs and elves and gnomes, of course. Brimming with big-heartedness, this low fantasy novel shares uplifting themes of friendship, perseverance, and belonging—and cinnamon rolls.  

 

 

cover of book titled a season for second chances Cozy Romance | A Season for Second Chances by Jenny Bayliss

Annie Sharpe is looking for a fresh start, so she takes up a new job as a guardian for a historic, seaside house. While she’s charmed by the simple life of the coastal town, there’s just enough neighborly drama—and witty banter—to keep things interesting. 

 

 

cover of book titled the no.1 ladies' detective agency Cozy Mystery | The No.1 Ladies’ Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith

With a passion to help people, Precious Ramotswe sets up a detective agency in Botswana. She’s especially drawn to one case with a missing boy believed to be taken by witchdoctors. Amidst the crime and danger, readers will enjoy subtle moments of wisdom and humor, truths about human nature, and cultural insight.  

 

 

cover of book titled wintering

Cozy Nonfiction | Wintering: the Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times by Katherine May

Life is full of winters: loss, illness, moving away. Embrace these seasons like Katherine May does— by trying new things like arctic swims, tuning into the rhythms of nature, and making time for inwardness. With quiet, lyrical language, this book is a gentle guide for slowing down, leaning into cold, and closing life chapters.

 

 

cover of book titled american panda Cozy Teen Fiction | American Panda by Gloria Chao

Funny, tender, and deeply relatable, this is more than the average coming-of-age story. Mei, a 17-year-old Taiwanese-American, begins her freshman year at MIT—all according to the meticulous plan her parents made for her. Although their relationships grow more complicated, the profound honesty of their lives brings an abundance of touching family moments.

 

 

cover of book titled pumpkinheads

Cozy Teen Graphic Novel | Pumpkinheads by Rainbow Rowell

With a heartfelt story and toasty illustrations, this book crackles with autumn vibes. Deja and Josiah are seasonal best friends working their last shift ever at the pumpkin patch. Their fun-filled evening is tethered to the inevitable moment when they have to say goodbye; will they leave anything left unsaid?

 

 

Happy cozy reading!

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