The Cultural Review

Cozy Fantasy

2 articles

A cozy cottage kitchen scene with sunlight, a scone, tea, and an open book, representing the comfort of cozy fantasy literature.
Books

What is Cozy Fantasy and Why Is This Literary Subgenre Booming?

In a publishing landscape often dominated by epic battles and world-ending stakes, fantasy book sales jumped by 45.

Claire Donovan·May 14, 2026
A sunlit cottage kitchen with pies and tea, a napping cat by the hearth, representing the peaceful themes of cozy fantasy literature.
Books

What is Cozy Fantasy and Why is it Exploding in Popularity?

In 2026, where news headlines often feel apocalyptic, millions of readers are deliberately turning to stories where the biggest conflict might be a lost cat or a slightly burnt pie.

Claire Donovan·April 19, 2026