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Summer Reading List

Whether you’re road-tripping, poolside lounging, or just stealing a few quiet minutes between real life—this summer reading list is for you.

We’ve rounded up 25 books we’re loving this season. From page-turning thrillers and swoon-worthy romances to powerful nonfiction and historical fiction that will sweep you away, there’s something here for every kind of reader.

No business books. No pressure to be productive. Just really good stories.
So go ahead—escape a little.


  1. The Women by Kristin Hannah
  2. The Favorites by Layne Fargo
  3. All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker
  4. The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon
  5. The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters
  6. The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer
  7. Strange Sally Diamond by Liz Nugent
  8. The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren
  9. Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult & Jennifer Finney Boylan
  10. Room by Emma Donoghue
  11. Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
  12. The Beekeeper of Aleppo by Christy Lefteri
  13. Beach Music by Pat Conroy
  14. James by Percival Everett

Historical Fiction Must-Reads

  1. Horse by Geraldine Brooks
  2. The Red Tent by Anita Diamant
  3. The Huntress by Kate Quinn
  4. There Are Rivers in the Sky by Elif Shafak

Nonfiction with Impact

  1. Miracle in the Andes by Nando Parrado
  2. Educated by Tara Westover

  1. Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano – A modern family drama inspired by Little Women
  2. The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah – Still one of the most powerful historical fiction novels
  3. None of This Is True by Lisa Jewell – Unputdownable thriller with a chilling twist
  4. Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez – A smart, fun, emotional romantic escape
  5. The Secret Book of Flora Lea by Patti Callahan Henry – For those who love dual timelines and bookish magic