15 Books to Get You Through the Rest of Election Week

Books filled with hope, rage, tears, laughter, and whatever else you need this weekend

This weekend, we’re bringing you some book recommendations to suit every post-election mood, because to be quite honest, we’re not sure what else to do in this moment. Whether you need to laugh, cry, or scream, we hope these books offer you some solace.

Charing Cross Bridge (1905-1906), André Derain | Source

And, towards the end, we’ll also share some additional cozy books that are easy to slip into, ones that won’t battle your weary racing minds, but will instead invite you in and let you breathe.

1. If you need a fantastical escape that’s light on plot and characters, but rich in atmosphere:

The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern

2. If you need to laugh at the antics of bumbling earls and their foolish sons:

Summer Lightning by P. G. Wodehouse