Recs if you like The Cat Who Saved Books...

Literature that features cats, coffee shops, food, books, and sometimes a bit of magic. Cozy and healing.

Reads to cuddle up with and warm the heart! Magical realism, mystery, fantasy, short stories, and slice of life.

(Many of these books are written by Japanese and Korean authors. Would appreciate more diverse recs in the comments to add to the list! 🤍)

fantasical libraries and whimsical bookshops, these books add a magical charm to familiar bookish places

cats across genres! these books range from books all about cats to books that feature a cat, and all are cat-friendly!

magic realism with a hint of real-life hardships making you appreciate life a little better

These are books where, even though it seems like the family ties are broken beyond repair, the messy and sometimes down right hurtful wounds gets healed. (From any genres, if it made me feel healed family vibes it is here)

for me to get to my cats list.

Books that inspired or are similar to Studio Ghibli films

Cats, coffee, magic, warm food and lots of emotions!

Imagine you’re in the Shire, sitting in a comfy high backed chair, with a plate of snacks and a warm drink by your side. You’re comfy in the way only a hobbit can be, and you glance at your bookcase. These are the books that reside there.

A cozy collection of Japanese cat literature — where felines become muses, companions, and storytellers. Thoughtful, whimsical, and perfect for curling up with on a quiet night

This is my Japanese literature list: Little Japan. Most of these books sit on my bookshelf in my little corner of the world. Enjoy!

Bibliophilia at its best

Books about books, bookstores, libraries, and human nature. All genres and ages

Love both topics, it deserve its own little shelf

mostly translated fiction with low stakes and self transformation

Cozy books I loved. Fantasy, witches, crime or just cozy. Perfect for colder days with a hot beverage and a nice warm blanket

Mostly Korean and Japanese translated works that have that cozy, slice of life vibes.