#beach reads

The beach read. Every summer the word reappears in conversation, but what exactly is a beach read. We've got some ideas and some book recs that fit.

Rioters chime in with some of the books they can't wait to read by the beach, the pool, and wherever else summer takes them.

If your ideal summer beach read is a long, complicated, dense book, have we got the list for you. Pick up these challenging reads this summer.

Kick off your summer reading with three YA books set at the beach!

Whether or not a summer vacation in your future, the Best Beach Books of 2019 are guaranteed to put you in a beachy state of mind.

We're ready for summer and summer reads! Prepare for the season with these reader-friendly beach floats and enjoy the water with a perfectly matched book.

Looking for the perfect book to take on your beach vacation? Check out this beach book quiz to find a vacation-worthy read!

Excellent British literature coming to the US this month.

What kinds of books do you bring to the beach? One reader reflects on her preference for more serious beach reads.

You've got your sunscreen, swimsuit, and beach towel ready, but what book are you bringing on your beach vacation? We've got a few recommendations!

Everybody loves a good beach read, but picking the book that goes best with all that sun and sand can be tough. Never fear. We've got just the thing.

Vacation reads for those who like a little darkness with their sand and waves.

Books that take place at the beach, for those who can't make it this summer.

Sarah Nicolas scoured Daytona Beach to find out which books beachgoers were actually reading in the sand and waves.

Beach reads that are both thoughtful and engaging enough to keep you interested!