Winter is the perfect time for cats and cozy books. These picks are made for curling up and slowing down with a good story.
Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi
In a Tokyo café bound by strict rules, customers are given a fleeting chance to revisit the past. Each visit lasts only as long as a cup of coffee stays warm, forcing hard truths about regret, acceptance, and moving forward.
She and Her Cat by Makoto Shinkai
Four linked stories trace the lives of women and the cats who quietly share their days. Told from both human and feline perspectives, the book captures loneliness, devotion, and the unspoken comfort of simply not being alone.
The Blanket Cats Kiyoshi Shigematsu
A Tokyo pet shop lends out cats for just three days, no extensions allowed. As seven people welcome these temporary companions into their homes, small disruptions reveal what they’re truly missing.
The Cat Who Saved Books by Sosuke Natsukawa
When a book-loving teenager meets a talking cat, he’s pulled into a strange mission to rescue neglected stories. This imaginative tale blends cats, books, and adventure into a reflection on why reading still matters.
The Curious Kitten at the Chibineko Kitchen by Yuta Takahashi
At a seaside restaurant known for its memorial meals, a young woman is served dishes tied to memories she thought were lost. Guided by a quiet kitten, the story unfolds as a gentle meditation on grief and farewell.
The Full Moon Coffee Shop by Mai Mochizuki
Appearing only under a full moon, this wandering café is run entirely by cats who read star charts instead of menus. Each visitor leaves with warm drinks, cryptic advice, and a nudge toward a better path.
The Goodbye Cat by Hiro Arikawa
Across seven stories, cats witness love, loss, and the passing of time alongside their human companions. By turns funny and heartbreaking, the collection reflects on how deeply animals shape our lives.
The Kamogawa Food Detectives by Hisashi Kashiwai
A father and daughter help clients track down recipes tied to long-buried memories. Each case centers on a dish that unlocks the past and points the way toward something new.
We’ll Prescribe You a Cat by Syou Ishida
For those who find their way to a hidden clinic, the prescribed treatment is unexpected but simple: spend time with a cat. Each chapter follows a patient whose life shifts in quiet, surprising ways.
What You Are Looking for Is in the Library by Michiko Aoyama
An intuitive librarian offers patrons one carefully chosen book that nudges them toward change. Through these encounters, the novel shows how the right story can spark courage, clarity, and connection.
Whether you’re in the mood for something comforting, thoughtful, or quietly magical, these cat-filled stories are perfect for winter reading. Shop these titles and more in store or online at booksamillion.com.
