These 8 Summer Reads Are So Good, You’ll Cancel Your Beach Plans
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Ready to make the most of your reading time this summer? Look no further than the Summer 2022 Reading Guide from Victoria of Bibliolifestyle. In our podcast episode, we discussed her incredible guide, which features 30 new books across 8 categories, plus a special “Minimalist List” for readers looking to keep things simple. Whether you’re spending summer by the beach, the pool, or curled up in the AC, this guide will help you build the perfect seasonal TBR.
What You’ll Find Inside the Guide:
- 30 newly released books across 8 genre categories
- A carefully curated Minimalist List featuring 1 book per category
- Delicious summer recipes
- Fun bucket list ideas and seasonal activities
- Reading tips to enhance your bookish life
Best of all? The guide is FREE to download. Just head to biblioLifestyle.com to grab your copy.
The 8 Must-Reads from the Minimalist List
Literary Fiction: Nightcrawling by Leila Mottley
This haunting debut by a teenaged author explores survival, systemic failure, and resilience in Oakland. With poetic language and emotional depth, it’s a timely and unforgettable read.
Historical Fiction: Briefly, A Delicious Life by Nell Stevens
A ghost story with a twist: A 15th-century girl haunts the real-life French writer George Sand and composer Frederick Chopin during their winter stay in Majorca. Inventive and atmospheric.
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Family & Friendship: Fellowship Point by Alice Elliott Dark
Two lifelong friends in their 80s must confront secrets and legacies over what to do with a piece of coastal land in Maine. A sweeping, 600-page saga about loyalty, purpose, and reinvention.
Nonfiction: We Carry Their Bones by Erin Kimmerle
A powerful true crime narrative and investigative memoir focused on the Dozier School for Boys in Florida. This companion to Colson Whitehead’s The Nickel Boys exposes systemic injustice and honors the victims.
Fantasy / Sci-Fi / Horror: Dark Earth by Rebecca Stott
Set in 500 AD, this feminist fantasy follows two sisters who discover a hidden community of rebel women in ancient London. Steeped in mythology and full of heart.
Mystery & Thriller: The Last to Vanish by Megan Miranda
Disappearances plague a mountain resort town in North Carolina. A journalist goes missing, a woman uncovers secrets, and readers are swept away on a twisty, fast-paced ride.
Young Adult: Kings of B’more by R. Eric Thomas
Two queer best friends spend one last epic day together in Baltimore before one moves away. Inspired by Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, this joyful and moving story is a celebration of friendship and identity.
Romance: A Proposal They Can’t Refuse by Natalie Caña
Fake engagement, meddling grandfathers, Puerto Rican and Irish culture, delicious food, and sizzling chemistry. This debut rom-com is a must-read for fans of feel-good, high-heat love stories.
Bonus Content
Not only does the guide offer great books, but it also delivers on summer fun. Inside, you’ll find:
- Easy and delicious seasonal recipes
- Summer bucket list ideas for indoor and outdoor fun
- Helpful reading tips to get you back into the groove
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Check out Victoria’s previous Minimalist Guides:
Final Thoughts
Whether you’re an avid bookworm or a casual summer reader, the Summer Reading Guide 2022 has something for you. These 8 minimalist picks offer variety, depth, and sheer entertainment across genres.
Download your free copy of the guide at biblioLifestyle.com and start planning your perfect summer of reading.
Happy reading!