The Comfort Book

By: Matt Haig

Narrated by: Matt Haig

A New York Times Bestseller!

The new uplifting book from Matt Haig, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Midnight Library, for anyone in search of hope, looking for a path to a more meaningful life, or in need of a little encouragement.

Named by The Washington Post as one of the best feel-good books of the year

“It is a strange paradox, that many of the clearest, most comforting life lessons are learnt while we are at our lowest. But then we never think about food more than when we are hungry and we never think about life rafts more than when we are thrown overboard.”

THE COMFORT BOOK is Haig’s life raft: it’s a collection of notes, lists, and stories written over a span of several years that originally served as gentle reminders to Haig’s future self that things are not always as dark as they may seem. Incorporating a diverse array of sources from across the world, history, science, and his own experiences, Haig offers warmth and reassurance, reminding us to slow down and appreciate the beauty and unpredictability of existence.

Lovely all around

Living in this world at this moment seems to come with an unfortunate amount of despair. This book/ narration is a lovely reprieve, and reminder on how to focus in on what truly matters.


I would recommend it to anyone who just wants to feel a little better about their day. Happy listening

Jumpy but ultimately quite good

I’ve read a few of Haig’s other mental health titles and really just respect his commitment to the mission. It’s inspiring to see someone be such an advocate for psychological wellness after struggling with his own afflictions for years. This one continues his open and honest approach from books prior, albeit in a slightly different fashion.

Of all of his books I’ve read / listened to, this one is definitely the shortest; on a fast enough playback speed, you can crank out the audio version of it during a long workout.

In terms of content, there’s a wide array of different subjects related to mental well-being here, including some more serious things as well as some quick and cheerful anecdotes. And, as the title suggests, there’s definitely some wisdom and comfort within it.

The only downside to the book, in my mind, is that it’s a bit jumpy; it occasionally reads more like a journal than a fully-formed narrative. But, in the end, I think that style mostly works, even if it is slightly jarring at times.

So, to those looking for an insightful and solid book on mental health, I’d definitely recommend picking this one up.

-Brian Sachetta
Author of “Get Out of Your Head”

Perfect. Real, wise, funny and compassionate.

Powerful in his understanding and uplifting view of life's difficulties. Wonderful, heartfelt, soothing reading.

Soothing

It was so soothing I had to buy it, it’s especially helpful when I’m in episode of depression

enjoying it currently

First I should say, I am a fan of Matt Haig writings...that said, this is different and I am enjoying the different part about it immensely