Literary Almanac

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

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

''Francesca Beauman writes about the books she loves with irresistible passion, knowledge and warmth ... This is the best kind of reading celebration'' - Rachel Joyce

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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!