Cozy fantasy is a subgenre of fantasy that typically features a small, close-knit community or found family, and focuses on the characters and their relationships rather than world-saving quests. The stakes are low, and you’re usually left with a feeling of warm fuzzies.
We would also add that the definition of a cozy fantasy depends very much on the reader. We're not usually one for low-plot books, but some fantasy books that we consider cozy are high-plot. For us, it’s more about how the book made us feel. If it gave me whimsy and nostalgia, I’m in. Let’s discuss some cozy fantasy books!