Summer Reading: Virginia Edition

Virginia is for lovers — book lovers, that is. Take a trip down south and read on for the excellent summertime recommendations from booksellers in the great state of Virginia.

Meet Bookseller Leah Marie C.

My store is in Lynchburg, Virginia, a city located at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.  This area has a strong sense of community, a respect for the history and traditions, and a diverse population that includes theological students, outdoor lovers, and professionals in industries like nuclear technologies.   The largest metropolitan area is either Washington, DC or our state capital, Richmond, Virginia.  I enjoy the rural, picturesque setting while still knowing I can hop in my car and access all the culture our Nation’s capital offers. 

One of Leah’s favorite genres for summer reading is romance. Here’s what she has to say: “Reading a romantic comedy is like buying a ticket to love and adventure.  Leah Marie Brown’s It Girls series and Emily Henry’s Beach Read are the books I hand-sell whenever a customer is looking for something to stick in their carry-on.” Read on for more of Leah’s excellent recommendations.

Meet Bookseller Scarlet V. R.

Northern Virginia is a great place to live and work because it’s a quick drive to so many interesting places. You have the mountains to the west, Washington, DC to the north, the beach to the east, and beautiful rural countryside to the south. The area is rich in history, as well as arts and culture, with authors and musicians regularly passing through. It’s a wonderful place to live! 

Here are Scarlet’s recommendations:

If you’re looking for more recommendations from the Old Dominion State, read on to hear from booksellers Kiersten and Chris.

Bookseller Kiersten K.’s book recommendation

Bookseller Chris C.’s book recommendation