National Coloring Book Day: Best horror, fantasy, relaxing adult coloring books

National Coloring Book Day is on Tuesday, August 2 (8/2/2022) and it’s the perfect day to relax, have fun, and get in touch with your younger self.

According to the National Day Calendar, “Dover Publications created National Coloring Book Day in May 2015. Founded in 1941, Dover Publications leads the way. Dover released their first coloring book for adults, Antique Automobiles Coloring Book, in 1970.”

While coloring books have been seen as a children’s activity, it’s now been considered a past-time favorite for many adults. It releases stress, can help with memory, and can be an activity you can do with children. Take a look at some of our favorite adult coloring books on the market. You’ll find anything from relaxing mandalas, horror coloring books, and enchanting pages that are waiting for you to color them in.

For the person who needs to relax

Coloring is one of the best ways to relax because even if you aren’t in control of the things around you, you’re in charge of the colors and where to place them. Intricate designs have been used many times to calm nerves and help people relax. Don’t be afraid of getting in touch with your inner child. Besides, who says coloring can only be for children?

Check out these coloring books for moments when you need to feel calm and relaxed.

For the horror fan

What’s more fun to sit through? Jump scares that come out of nowhere or the minutes leading up to the scare? If you’re a true horror fan, you’ll know the answer. Check out these horror coloring books that might keep you up at night, or at least sleep with your lights on.

For the kid at heart

We’re fully-grown adults now but don’t lie, your elementary school self still peaks through a few times. For the adults who still want to live the fairytale fantasy, check out these adult coloring books that gets in touch with your younger self.