As the holiday season approaches, what’s better than immersing yourself in a cozy book? If you’re looking for a book to read during this season, here are seven cozy books that you should check out. All of these books will fill you with Christmas spirit and coziness.
1. A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens
A Christmas Carol is a beloved classic tale that has been adored for centuries since it was first published in 1843. In this novella, Ebenezer Scrooge discovers life’s true meaning towards the ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future. The story is the perfect read to cozy up with during Christmas.
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2. Little Women by Louisa May Alcott 
Although it’s not entirely set during the holiday, the Christmas scenes in part one of Little Women are heartwarming and comforting. The coming-to-age novel follows the lives of the four March sisters from childhood to adulthood in Massachusetts during the American Civil War. Little Women is the perfect read during the season and has been adapted many times for stage and screen.
3. The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg
The Polar Express is a beautifully written children’s book that captures the magic of Christmas. It tells the story of a young boy who travels to the North Pole on Christmas Eve by a train, known as The Polar Express. The book and the 2004 film adaptation of the same name will take you on a magical cozy ride this Christmas.
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4. Hercule Poirot’s Christmas by Agatha Christie
If you want to solve a mystery case this holiday season, Hercule Poirot’s Christmas is the best book to read. The novel follows the most iconic detective, Hercule Poirot who investigates a murder at a family reunion on Christmas Eve. Like other Agatha Christie’s books, this mystery hooks you onto the edge of your seat until the end.
5. The Christmas Bookshop by Jenny Colgan
There is no better way to get into the comfort of Christmas than reading The Christmas Bookshop which involves books. The novel centers on Carmen who is put in charge of managing an old bookstore during the holidays while also dealing with a love triangle. It is a warm comforting book to read while you drink hot cocoa near a fireplace.
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6. Let it Snow by John Green, Lauren Myracle, and Maureen Johnson
If you want heartwarming and feel-good holiday stories, turn to Let it Snow by three bestselling young adult authors. The three-holiday stories that connect to each other are hilarious and charming which are perfect for the holiday season. If you want more feel-good this season, check out the Netflix film adaptation of the same name.
7. Dash and Lily’s Book of Dares by Rachel Cohn and David Levithan
Dash and Lily’s Book of Dares is another heartwarming Christmas novel that centers on young adults. The novel centers around Dash and Lily who trade challenges and dares from a red notebook. Once you are done reading, check out the Netflix TV adaptation of the same name.
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As the holiday season is upon us, each book on this list adds a sprinkle of coziness to your festivities. Whether you are seeking a heartwarming Christmas classic or a charming modern story, these books offer the escape to the warmth and joy of the Christmas season. Now, all you have to do is grab yourself a cup of hot cocoa, cozy up by the fireplace, and allow yourself to escape into the enchanting narratives that embody the Christmas spirit in literature. Happy reading and happy holidays!
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