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15 of the Best LGBTQ Beach Reads of 2024

These LGBTQ beach reads for 2024 include everything from contemporary to historical fiction, fantasy to horror, and some romance, too.

The Hottest Queer Books of Summer 2024

Looking for the perfect reads for your summer vacations? These best queer books of summer 2024 are sure to fright and delight.

10 New Romance Reads for Your Beach Bag

These new must-read romance books deliver exciting, page-turning stories, fun, relatable characters, and all of your favorite romance tropes.

Summertime Fine: 8 Books to Commemorate the Season

Whether you’re in the mood for a lighthearted thriller, a romcom, or a hopeful fantasy, these books will have you feeling summertime fine.

40 of the Most Anticipated Beach Reads of 2023

Find 40 of the best beach reads 2023 has to offer, organized by release date so you know when you'll be able to find them.

What to Read if You Loved THE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTY

These books like The Summer I Turned Pretty are full of beach vibes, first love, sunset smooches, and, of course, summer romance

Quiz: What Brilliant “Beach Read” Should You Pick Up This Summer?

Do you like your beach reads with a bite? Your summer reads to have some substance? Then take this quiz and discover a brilliant beach read!

Stacks on the Beach: How to Achieve the Ideal Beach Reading Day

There’s a lot to consider when it comes to the ideal beach reading day, but luckily this writer knows exactly how to carry one out.

15 Buzzy Books to Pack in Your Beach Bag

Whether you’re looking for a magical fantasy, a tightly plotted thriller, or a buzzy memoir, these reads make for perfect beach reading.

5 New Books That Will Transport You to the Beach

These captivating summer books will make you feel like you're at the beach — even while reading them from the comfort of your own home.