A manual of reflections for an increasingly stressful world Nothing is stronger than a small hope that doesn’t give up. The Comfort Book is a collection of little islands of hope, a gathering of consolations and stories that give us new ways of seeing ourselves and the world. Matt Haig’s mix of philosophy, memoir and self-reflection builds on the wisdom of philosophers and survivors through the ages, from Marcus Aurelius to Nellie Bly, from Emily Dickinson to James Baldwin. This is the book to pick up when you need the wisdom of a friend or the comfort of a hug, or just want to celebrate the messy miracle of being alive. About the Author: Matt Haig is the #1 bestselling author of Reasons to Stay Alive and Notes on a Nervous Planet, as well as seven highly acclaimed novels for adults, including The Midnight Library, How to Stop Time, The Humans and The Radleys. He has also written award-winning books for children, including A Boy Called Christmas, which is being made into a feature film. Matt Haig has sold more than two million books in the UK and his work has been translated into more than forty languages. | 
