Summer Reading

Nothing says fun in the sun like summer reading. Whether you’re at the beach with Villa Coco, poolside with Land, or shuttered in with Yesteryear, vacations and long weekends are the perfect time to read. From rom-coms to cozy mysteries, fantasy, history and travel writing, discover the best summer reads here.

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The Shampoo Effect Our Book Club "An absolute delight...A must, must for your summer reading list." - Elin Hilderbrand
The Shampoo Effect Our Book Club "An absolute delight...A must, must for your summer reading list." - Elin Hilderbrand

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Mystery

Murder Takes a Vacation: A Novel
It Could Have Been Her: A Novel
Death on the Lanai: A Golden Girls Cozy Mystery
26 Beauties: A Women's Murder Club Thriller
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Horror

Muñeca
Slasher Summer: A Novel
Never Flinch: A Novel
How to Survive Camping: The Lady in Chains
Strange Buildings: A Novel (B&N Exclusive Edition)

Science Fiction & Fantasy

Katabasis: A Novel
Dungeon Crawler Carl (Dungeon Crawler Carl Series #1)
He Who Fights With Monsters, Book 1: Outworlder
Platform Decay (Murderbot Diaries #8)
Broken Dove
250 Years of Stories Explore United States history, literature and more. Shop Now
250 Years of Stories Explore United States history, literature and more. Shop Now

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United States History Books: Must-Read American History

United States History Books: Must-Read American History

By Nina Braca|May 12, 2026
From little-known accounts to in-depth timelines and fresh perspectives, these books are packed with impressive history that will fascinate any reader.
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United States Travel: Books That Explore the Beauty of America

United States Travel: Books That Explore the Beauty of America

By Margarita Polkowska|June 1, 2026
From timeless travelogues like Travels with Charley to cult classics like On the Road and epic journeys like American Rambler, these stories capture the heart of the nation.
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Great American Children's Classics: A Timeless Reading List

Great American Children's Classics: A Timeless Reading List

By Nina Braca|June 1, 2026
What makes a classic so beloved? Stories that stand the test of time, inspire a new perspective and celebrate real, human feelings. Or, sometimes, animal feelings. No matter who the main character is, whether it's Wilbur the pig or Frog and Toad, we often find ourselves revisiting these stories for good reason: they stick with us. Here are the timeless children's classics to celebrate literature for little readers.
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American Poetry: Timeless Classics & Today's Voices

American Poetry: Timeless Classics & Today's Voices

By Margarita Polkowska|May 22, 2026
From timeless voices like Emily Dickinson and Robert Frost to contemporary poets like Amanda Gorman and boundary-pushing artists like Tupac Shakur, discover unforgettable poetry collections from across the United States.
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Cooking

The Complete Grilling and Barbecue Cookbook: 400+ Recipes plus Techniques, Tools, and Science
ArnieTex: Over 100 Recipes for Mexican-American Cooking and Texas-Style BBQ
Spain My Way: Eat, Drink, and Cook Like a Spaniard
The Hot Dog Cookbook: 50 Recipes for the World's Best Food
Around the Table: Tables and Traditions for Gathering

Sports

The Magical Game: The Spirit and History of Baseball's Superstitions, Rituals, and Curses
The Shortest History of Soccer: From Ancient Kicking Games to the World's Most Popular Sport
Big Fan: Two Friends, 82,490 Miles, and the Wild, Wonderful Sports We Love
The Ultimate Soccer Jersey Collection: Iconic Kits from the World's Greatest Game
Rory: The Heartache and Triumph of Golf's Most Human Superstar

Nature

The Book of Birds: A Field Guide to Wonder and Loss
Is a River Alive?
The Hidden Life of Trees: What They Feel, How They Communicate-Discoveries from A Secret World
Tree Lore: Magic, Myth, and Wisdom from Root to Bough
Raising Hare: A Memoir

Biography & Memoir

Dogs, Boys, and Other Things I've Cried About: A Memoir
Mark Twain
An Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s
Memorial Days: A Memoir
Baldwin: A Love Story

Humor

The Land and Its People: Essays
Art But Make It Sports: Epic Matchups Where Art and Sports Collide
How to Be Okay When Nothing Is Okay: Tips and Tricks That Kept Me Alive, Happy, and Creative in Spite of Myself
Famesick: A Memoir
Cancel Me If You Can

Activity Books

Murdoku: 80 Murder Mystery Logic Puzzles
Murdle: Volume 1: 100 Elementary to Impossible Mysteries to Solve Using Logic, Skill, and the Power of Deduction
Puzzle Mania!: Wordle, Connections, Spelling Bee, Minis and More! (B&N Exclusive Edition)
The World Almanac and Book of Facts 2026
The New York Times Mini Crosswords, Volume 1: 150 Easy Fun-Sized Puzzles

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3 - 5 Years
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9 - 12 Years
Summer Reading Journal For Grades 1 - 6, read any 8 books and get 1 free! Learn More.
Summer Reading Journal For Grades 1 - 6, read any 8 books and get 1 free! Learn More.
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Pre-K and Kindergarten

Alphabet (Flash Kids Flash Cards)
My First Learn-to-Write Workbook: Practice for Kids with Pen Control, Line Tracing, Letters, and More!
Kumon Are You Ready for Kindergarten Preschool Skills
Phonics (Flash Kids Flash Cards)
My Book of Numbers 1-30

1st - 3rd Grades

Spectrum Math Workbook, Grade 3
Kumon Grade 3 Multiplication
Multiplication (Flash Kids Flash Cards)
Kumon My Book of Cursive Writing Words
Spectrum Math Workbook, Grade 1

4th - 8th Grades

Spectrum Language Arts Workbook, Grade 7
Kumon Grades 6-8 Pre-Algebra
The Big Fat Middle School Math Workbook: 600 Math Practice Exercises
Kumon Word Problems Grades 6/8
Spectrum Math Workbook, Grade 5
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Essentials for Every Summer Day

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Portico Designs
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My #BookTok Reading Journal: Track and Review Your Favorite Reads
My #BookTok Reading Journal: Track and Review Your Favorite Reads
Nadia Hayes
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$18.00
Summer Shimmer Kit
Summer Shimmer Kit
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Le Soleil Cooler Bag
Le Soleil Cooler Bag
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Weekend is Booked Hat
Weekend is Booked Hat
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Summer Canvas Sunglass Pouch
Summer Canvas Sunglass Pouch
Oliver Smith & Co, LLC
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Ciao Book Cover
Ciao Book Cover
Darling Effect
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$24.95
Stainless Steel Insulated Margarita Tumbler
Stainless Steel Insulated Margarita Tumbler
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$29.99

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Audiobooks for the Open Road

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And Now, Back to You
And Now, Back to You
B.K. Borison
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The Night We Met
The Night We Met
Abby Jimenez
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Escape!: A Novel
Escape!: A Novel
Stephen Fishbach
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Anatomy of an Alibi: A Novel
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Ashley Elston
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The Last Mandarin: A Novel
The Last Mandarin: A Novel
Louise Penny, Mellissa Fung
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Judge Stone: A Novel
Judge Stone: A Novel
James Patterson, Viola Davis
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The Land and Its People: Essays
The Land and Its People: Essays
David Sedaris
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The Caretaker: A Novel
The Caretaker: A Novel
Marcus Kliewer
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Billy on Billy: An Audio Memoir
Billy on Billy: An Audio Memoir
Billy Eichner
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True Crime: A Memoir
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Patricia Cornwell
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Books

Are you looking for books to read this summer? You've come to the right place! We can't wait to bring you the best new releases, perfect beach reads and staycation books, and every title on your kids' summer reading school lists, too! From exciting thrillers to historical fiction, to YA favorites teens and adults love best, we've got your summer reading covered. So, sit back, relax and find every book you need to read from our summer reading list.

Books to Read This Summer