Best 10 Adult Coloring Books of 2024 Reviewed

Here are the top 10 adult coloring books that are perfect for relaxation, creativity, and stress relief. Let's get colorful!
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Grab your coloring pencils and get ready for a fun ride! We have picked the cream of the crop when it comes to adult coloring books. We focus on creativity, stress relief, and pure entertainment. Whether you love intricate designs or simpler, relaxing patterns, we’ve got something for everyone. We have tested each one of these books with friends and can’t wait to share the highlights and quirks of our top picks.

On this list:

10 Secret Garden by Johanna Basford

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  • Genre: Nature
  • Formats: Paperback, Hardcover
  • Year released: 2013
  • Pages: 96

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This book brings you to life with its intricate designs and beautiful illustrations. Perfect for getting lost in a world of creativity.

9 Enchanted Forest by Johanna Basford

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  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Formats: Paperback, Hardcover
  • Year released: 2015
  • Pages: 84

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This one will take you on a magical journey through a forest filled with critters and secret treasures. It’s so detailed you’ll forget your worries.

8 Lost Ocean by Johanna Basford

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  • Genre: Marine Life
  • Formats: Paperback, Hardcover
  • Year released: 2015
  • Pages: 80

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If you love marine life, you’ll adore the illustrations in this book. Dive into deep sea adventures and let your imagination swim wild.

7 Animal Kingdom by Millie Marotta

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  • Genre: Animals
  • Formats: Paperback, Hardcover
  • Year released: 2014
  • Pages: 96

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Millie Marotta’s illustrations are a feast for anyone who loves animals. The patterns are both challenging and fun!

6 Color Me Calm by Lacy Mucklow

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  • Genre: Relaxation
  • Formats: Paperback, Hardcover
  • Year released: 2014
  • Pages: 208

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With themes like Mandalas and Water Scenes, this book is perfect for anyone looking to relax and de-stress.

5 The Mindfulness Coloring Book by Emma Farrarons

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  • Genre: Mindfulness
  • Formats: Paperback, Hardcover
  • Year released: 2015
  • Pages: 112

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A tiny tome packed with intricate designs perfect for when you need a quick break to relieve stress.

4 Magical Jungle by Johanna Basford

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  • Genre: Nature
  • Formats: Paperback, Hardcover
  • Year released: 2016
  • Pages: 80

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Another gem by Johanna Basford, this book takes you on an artistic trip through lush jungles filled with beautiful flora and fauna.

3 The Time Garden: A Magical Journey and Coloring Book by Daria Song

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  • Genre: Fantasy, Art
  • Formats: Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 2015
  • Pages: 80

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This book is a perfect mix of intricate designs and storytelling. We chose it for its unique and whimsical illustrations that provide hours of relaxation.

2 Fantastic Cities by Steve McDonald

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  • Genre: Architecture
  • Formats: Paperback, Hardcover
  • Year released: 2015
  • Pages: 60

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This book features beautifully detailed architectural illustrations from cities around the world. It’s perfect for anyone who loves travel and architecture.

1 Creative Haven Creative Cats by Marjorie Sarnat

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  • Genre: Animals
  • Formats: Paperback, Hardcover
  • Year released: 2015
  • Pages: 64

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The best one yet, folks! This book combines two of the best things in the world: cats and creativity. Easy to see why it’s a fan favorite.

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Steve Peterson

Hi there! I'm Steve Peterson, a passionate reading enthusiast who loves nothing more than getting lost in a good book. My love for literature spans across genres, from thrilling mysteries and gripping fantasy to thought-provoking non-fiction.

I hope my reviews help you find the perfect next book to dive into!