Sometimes “cozy” sneaks up on you. A book about war mages? Comforting. A gentle fantasy romance? Overstimulating. Go figure.

In this episode, I’m unpacking my latest reading round-up and diving into how we find comfort in stories that weren’t built to be cozy—and what that says about our brains, habits, and creative needs.

Plus, I’m talking books. Because books are fun.

👉 Inside this episode:

* What makes a book feel cozy even when it isn’t labeled that way

* How personal context changes what seems relaxing

* Why “comfort reads” can look different for every reader

This episode of Author Culture is cozy meets chaos, with plenty of book chat in between.Want more fun author help? Check out my website: https://jiauthor.com/

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