My Summer Reading List

Summer is the season of sun-kissed pages, lounging by the pool, and escaping into captivating stories. Whether you’re sipping iced tea on your porch or embarking on a beach adventure, I have your perfect summer reading list. My summer reading list is as diverse as the sunsets, choose what speaks to your mood and heart. Here are some delightful adult book picks to choose from!

Beach Reads

Summer waves, sandy toes, and the scent of sunscreen—here is my list of beach reads that whisk you away to sun-soaked destinations. Whether you’re lounging on a colorful towel or nestled in a beachside hammock, these books are your passport to adventure. Dive in!

🌊 Curvy Girl Summer by Danielle Allen
🌊 Just for the Summer by Abbey Jimenez
🌊 Ramon and Julieta by Alan Quintana Albertson
🌊 We Were Liars by E. Lockhart

Thriller Reads

Summer nights are made for spine-tingling tales that keep you guessing until dawn. Whether you’re lounging in a hammock or huddled under a beach umbrella, my list of gripping thrillers will transport you to the edge of your seat!

🕵️‍♂️ Where Sleeping Girls Lie by Faridah Abike-Iyimide
🕵️‍♂️ The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware
🕵️‍♂️ One Perfect Couple by Ruth Ware
🕵️‍♂️ Local Woman Missing by Mary Kubica

Short Stories

Summer is the perfect time to savor short stories—little literary gems that fit snugly into your sun-soaked days. Whether you’re lounging on a beach towel or seeking a quick escape during your lunch break, these bite-sized tales have you covered.

☀️ Sunglasses by Donna Costello
☀️ Fallen Grace by Sadeqa Johnson
☀️ A Night at the Tropicana by Chanel Cleeton
☀️ How Long ‘Til Black Future Month: Cloud Dragon Skies by N.K. Jemisin

Summer Book Club

Summer book clubs are all about shared stories, lively discussions, and sipping lemonade while diving into captivating reads. Here are some fantastic. If you plan on joining a summer book club, I have a few book club picks that will spark conversations and keep your group engaged.

📖Grown Ups by Emma Jane Unsworth
📖 The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters
📖 The Cemetery of Untold Stories by Julia Alvarez
📖 Yellowface by R. F. Kuang