About Sophie Hoffer
Hello! I'm Sophie, the writer behind warm as toast—a newsletter dedicated to spotlighting the wonder and wisdom of children's books, past and present. If you've ever found yourself lingering in the children's section of the library or used bookstore (even though you're well into adulthood), or if you believe that picture books can speak profound truths about our everyday experiences, you're in the right place.
Why "warm as toast"?
The name comes from Margaret Wise Brown's treasured (and one of my personal favorites) "Little Fur Family", where the phrase perfectly captures that feeling of comfort and safety that the best children's books provide.
In a world that feels increasingly tumultuous, children's books offers a unique kind of solace— providing warmth, wonder, and wisdom when we need it most.