Hibernation for Humans

Books about relaxation, slowing down, coziness, indoor hobbies, seasonal recipes, and making the most of the winter season.

Updated January 29, 2025
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The artist's way : a spiritual path to higher creativity
Cameron, Julia.
Paper Book
"Without The Artist's Way, there would have been no Eat, Pray, Love." --Elizabeth Gilbert The Artist's Way is the seminal book on the subject of creativity. An international bestseller, millions of readers have found it to be an invaluable guide to living the...
A well-crafted home :
Crowther, Janet,
Paper Book
From "the DIY maven" (Architectural Digest), comes a beautiful, practical craft book for both aspiring and seasoned makers. Here are 60 projects for high-quality furniture, textiles, and accessories to enjoy all through the house--plus all the techniques you need for dyeing...
Big magic :
Gilbert, Elizabeth,
Paper Book
The instant #1 NEW YORK TIMES Bestseller "A must read for anyone hoping to live a creative life... I dare you not to be inspired to be brave, to be free, and to be curious." --PopSugar From the worldwide bestselling author of Eat Pray Love and City of Girls...
The art of the wasted day /
Hampl, Patricia,
Paper Book
Modern life only seems to become increasingly hectic and stressful, as we try to cram more into each day. In her sparkling new book, acclaimed author Patricia Hampl argues for the necessity of daydreaming and leisure in our over-amped lives. Written out of a lifelong fascination with...
Slow :
McAlary, Brooke,
Paper Book
Free Yourself from a Frantic Life and Embrace the Joy of Slow Living What is slow living? It's a way to find happiness by stepping away from the never-ending demands to constantly succeed and acquire more and more. It's easy to get stuck in the carousel of frantically wanting, buying, and...
The art of gathering :
Parker, Priya,
Paper Book
"Hosts of all kinds, this is a must-read!" --Chris Anderson, owner and curator of TED From the host of the New York Times podcast Together Apart, an exciting new approach to how we gather that will transform the ways we spend our time together--at home, at work, in our...
Outer order, inner calm :
Rubin, Gretchen
Paper Book
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * In this lovely, easy-to-use illustrated guide to decluttering, the beloved author of The Happiness Project shows us how to take control of our stuff--and, by extension, our lives.   Gretchen Rubin knows...
The pumpkin cookbook :
Stovel, Edith,
Paper Book
From Currant-Pumpkin-Oat Scones to Chicken-Pumpkin Tacos, Pumpkin-Filled Ravioli with Fried Sage, Ginger-Pumpkin Ice Cream, and of course (seven!) pies, this comprehensive cookbook reminds us that the iconic symbol of fall is so much more than jack-o'-lantern material. These 139 recipes offer...
The little book of hygge :
Wiking, Meik,
Paper Book
New York Times Bestseller Embrace Hygge (pronounced hoo-ga) and become happier with this definitive guide to the Danish philosophy of comfort, togetherness, and well-being. Why are Danes the happiest people in the world? The answer, says Meik Wiking, CEO of the Happiness Research...
Snow travel :
Zawaski, Mike.
Paper Book
CLICK HERE to download the chapter on "Ascending" fromSnow Travel (Provide us with a little information and we'll send your download directly to your inbox) * A...

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