The Literary Almanac

Discover over 300 seasonal book recommendations in the ultimate reading list for book lovers everywhere.

'I will be giving this book to everyone I know’ - Elizabeth Day

Spanning the dreary, cold days of January to the first flushes of spring and then the blazing August heat, bibliophile Francesca Beauman offers up a wealth of book recommendations. From The Count of Monte Cristo to Elena Ferrante's Neapolitan Quartet, each has been selected to chime with a particular time of year and provide a richer reading experience.

Beautifully illustrated throughout, this charming guide will delight, inspire and seriously extend your 'To Be Read' list!