Accidental Scholar by Karen Hollingsworth captures a beautifully quiet moment – a table piled with books, sunlight filtering through billowing curtains and a contented cat who appears to have found the very best reading spot.

Karen’s wonderfully atmospheric style turns an everyday interior into something rather special. Soft, muted tones and gentle light create a feeling of calm, while those precariously stacked books and sleeping companion add just enough character.

A lovely choice for a reading nook, bedroom or living space – and particularly tempting for anyone who believes a good book and a quiet afternoon are time very well spent.