Christmas books aren’t just for kids! Today, I’ve compiled 12 of the best Christmas books for adults to enjoy over the holidays. Whether you’re reading for pleasure or with a book club, looking for a Christmas romance story or a Christmas mystery to solve, this list of classic Christmas books has you covered.
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Halloween isn’t just for costumes and candy—it’s the perfect time to curl up with a spine-chilling book that keeps you turning pages deep into the night. If you’re in the mood for something eerie, unsettling, or downright terrifying, here’s a list of the creepiest Halloween books for adults (warning: no kid-friendly titles here).
Whether you love psychological thrillers, classic horror, or supernatural tales, these spooky novels are the best books to read on Halloween for adults.
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Laos is one of favourite countries in the world. I first travelled to Laos for just a week, as part of a wider Southeast Asia backpacking trip, but quickly realised I had not left myself nearly enough time in this beautiful place. I returned to Luang Prabang a few years later (it was just as magical as I remembered!) and had hoped to make more frequent trips to Laos while I was living in Bangkok, but sadly, Covid had other plans.
For those hoping to explore the nation a level deeper, here are some books about Laos to help you understand this often overlooked Southeast Asian country.
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Halloween is a perfect time to showcase your love for literature: ghost stories, science fiction, Gothic villains and more! Whether you want to dress up as a beloved character, an iconic author, or bring a book theme to life, these book Halloween costumes aim to inspire readers and non-readers alike.
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I’ve been exploring some of France this summer; attending the Paris Olympics, spending a month in the French Riviera, and… well… watching the latest season of Emily in Paris. So, I’ve needed some books set in France to add to my to-read list.
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I spent 4 months in Mexico, had some incredible and harrowing experiences (and ate more tacos al pastor than I could count), yet always felt like I barely even scratched the surface. I also had some dark days in Mexico, which was apt because it’s a place that doesn’t shy away from the dark.
With this in mind, the following collection of books set in Mexico provides a deep dive into the heart of the nation, from the tumultuous aftermath of the Mexican Revolution to the complexities of modern-day life in the megalopolis that is the capital.
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Italy has a special place in my heart and it’s never a bad idea to take a trip there. I’ve spent more than a year living in Italy in total, but when I can’t be there, I love to be transported back through books set in Italy.
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I’ve been living in Bangkok for two years and it’s taken me just as long to compile this list of the best books about Thailand. Why? Because I didn’t want it to be weighted toward novels set in Thailand by predominantly white, Western authors, yet great Thai literature that resonates in English and is available in good translation is hard to find. (Sadly, even after two years, my Thai is still mostly limited to: “Another beer, please,” “Straight on, then turn left,” and “I am a guava.”)
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Reasons to Stay Alive by Matt Haig should be made mandatory reading. When I was going through a rough time with depression and anxiety, a friend pressed this book into my hands and said, “I think you should read this.” That copy was quickly filled with underlined quotes and margin notes because as I read, I related to every word.
And since then, I’ve bought and pressed copies of Reasons to Stay Alive into the hands of loved ones who are having a tough time, or know someone going through a tough time.
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The best of both worlds (that is, physical journeys and those undertaken through chapters) can be found in travel books about social isolation – a bit of an oxymoron, but nonetheless a relatable one during these “uncertain times.”
Some are intrepid tales of solo adventures, while others are impressive feats of survival. Some of the examples of isolation are voluntary and others involuntary, but all relate to the challenges of remoteness and solitude, while satisfying wanderlust for the reader.
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