Nothing is quite like the satisfaction of a good book and a cup of warm coffee - and your guests would agree too.

Reading is a great way to spend some time and gain knowledge while doing something you love. With the winter breeze and cozy setting, it is natural for anyone to want to grab a cup of hot chocolate and slip into a good book for some casual reading. If you are not looking for a gripping storyline but still need to scratch that reding itch, you can opt for coffee-table books.

Coffee-table books are mainly for casual reading; they are large in size and often come with a lot of illustrations that you can enjoy while you sip on your evening tea. So, if you are interested in casually perusing through a book, then check out these titles that are going to make your tea times extra special.

1. The New Sotheby’s Wine Encyclopedia

Wine fans gather around, for this book is going to give you the full rundown on wine. This 800-page book has been updated and revised to give its reader a deeper insight into wine production, its native regions, and the climate that produces the best vintages. With over 400 images and 100 new National Geographic maps, this book provides in-depth details about every wine including flavor, special information, and tasting room guides.

FoodWineClick | Can’t you just taste the wine?

2. Ansel Adams: 400 Photographs

If you enjoy nature and landscape, this book just might be the one for you. Ansel Adams was an American photographer who solely focused on landscapes in the American West. These photos all come in black and white and showcase some of Adams’s best work. The book starts off with his first photograph which was taken allthe way back in 1916 in Yosemite and the High Sierra, followed by some of the photos from the time when he worked on National Parks, before finally culminating with some his last works from the ‘60s.

Peter Fetterman Gallery | Touring American landscape without leaving your home

3. The Rihanna Book

It is impossible for anyone to not know Miss Robyn Fenty. The singer, actress, and entrepreneur has shocked the world with her immense talent and unforgettable personality. This book gives you an inside look into the life of the Barbadian singer, with over 1000 images of star in her element. Through its 504 pages, readers get a chance to learn about her life and some never-before-seen images of Rihanna being Rihanna.

So that’s about it - head right on over to Amazon or your nearest bookstore if you’re in the mood to make your casual reading even more enjoyable with this excellent selection.