An exquisite literary anthology that celebrates life's comforts and joys, both big and small. Arranged thematically, this warm, cosy anthology concentrates on the things that make us happy. The Cosy Commonplace Book contains a rich selection of quotations from novels, letters and diaries and poems from a wide range of writers including Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jackie Kay, Emily Dickinson, Jorge Luis Borges and many more. Alongside the literary content, Miranda Mills provides a wealth of additional features including book lists to help you plan your reading, suggested tea and book pairings, TV and film recommendations, music playlists, recipes and lists of cosy activities for all times of the year. Chapter titles include: Courage, Hope and Consolation; Friends and Family; Quietness and Calm; Love; Bookshops, Reading and Libraries; Writing, Writers and Letters; Celebrations; Gardens and Flowers; Wintering; Inspiration and Wise Words; Hearth and Home. Illustrated with enchanting domestic scenes and pretty, colourful background designs, this book is perfect to dip in and out of, to bring joy to your everyday life.