There’s something about reading on the beach that is so relaxing. It is a combination of the sunshine, the warm breeze, the smell of the ocean, and a GREAT book.
Here’s a compilation of books I would highly recommend you bring with you on your next beach day, while poolside or on vacation!
THE EXPATRIATES
An interesting, convoluted story about three different American women living in Hong Kong. Janice Y.K. Lee brings you into these expatriates’ lives to experience the decisions that they each have to make. All three women had to make decisions, as mothers (or a form thereof).
THE LANGUAGE OF FLOWERS
Victoria’s knowledge of the different flowers’ meanings helps her to change her life from living in a park to possible happiness. Author Vanessa Diffenbaugh’s debut novel should be in your beach bag!
CRAZY RICH ASIANS TRILOGY
I couldn’t put down any of the Crazy Rich Asians books by Kevin Kwan. (I was actually kind of sad that there were only three.)
Kevin takes you into the crazy, over-the-top lives of a handful of very wealthy (almost insurmountably so) Asian families. They are outrageous, some devious, some down-to-earth – but all insanely wealthy.
Start with Crazy Rich Asians, follow with China Rich Girlfriend, and the wrap up your beach vacay with Rich People Problems. I recommend reading the books before watching the movie – but definitely watch the movie too! It’s one I can watch over and over.
THE BELL JAR
First published in January of 1963, The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath has been noted as a semi-autobiographical count of Plath’s own life and troubles. Esther struggles from depression, in an era (1950’s) when electric shock therapy was recommended as a form of therapy.
ME BEFORE YOU TRILOGY
Now a movie too, Me Before You, was an awesome read. I have to admit, I did cry at the end – it was sad and I didn’t want it to be over.
Next, I read After You, a great follow-up and yet another book I didn’t want to put down.
You can either click on the titles or images above or check out my Amazon storefront with all books on one handy dandy list!
I hope this list helps, and please if you have any recommendations I’d love to know! Pop them in the comments below 🙂
Stacie says
Thanks for sharing these books! I’m a big reader (even if it isn’t on the beach as often as I’d like) and I’ve been looking for some new reads.
Emmeline says
Thank you, always looking for great books to read! Had forgotten about Crazy Rich Asians – but it’s now back on the top of my list of books to read!
Scott Gombar says
I will share with my wife. I am all about my non-fiction educational books on the beach
Danielle Wolter says
oh how i dream of having time to read at the beach LOL! Some great book options here though.
Heather says
There are so many books I would love to read at the beach. I always bring them and forget to read lol.
Michael says
No a book reader really but I appreciate your thoughts on wanting to share them with others. Hopefully many will be inspired to read more. Thank you.
Britney says
This is such a great book list! Especially for women. I’ll have to check out some of these.
Annick says
Adding the ‘me before you’ series into my to-read list… I LOVED the movie and definitely cried my eyes out so I can’t wait to read this. Thank you for the recs ❤️❤️
kumamonjeng says
You have a great list of books there. I heard about Crazy Rich Asian and it was written by our Singaporean writer so I can’t wait to explore this book.
Yeah Lifestyle says
I’m always looking for some new reads so will be checking some of these out! I loved Me Before You.
LEES d GARCIA says
I havent read any of these but they look like great reads! Thanks for the list
Dana says
My pleasure!
Surekha Busa says
I love this kinds of books and reading it on a beach is really a good idea.
Kimberley says
I love this list. will be adding these to my to be read
FloArtStudio says
I’m going on a week vacation soon so I’ll be sure to check these out. I don’t read much nowadays unfortunately…
Lisa Rios says
Usually when I go to the beach I’m a little preoccupied with playing in the waves, so I never read or anything. But these sound like great books I’d read at home!
Alexandra Cook says
Oh wow, so many great books to read. Crazy Rich Asian is something that could hook me at the first page!
Heather Barber McMechan says
Sylvia Plath is a great author. She has the best reads I’ve ever encountered.
Emmy says
I’m always looking for a good book for my self-care days. I wasn’t aware Crazy Rich Asians had 3 books! I loved the movie, I’m definitely going to check them out. Great list!
Christa says
I’m an avid reader and always looking for recommendations. Adding The Expatriates to my to-read list!
Kisha Stewart-Harris says
I am an avid reader and I love to read a book before seeing it’s movie version. I think I’ll give Crazy Rich Asians a try to see how good of a rendition the movie adaptation is compared to the book.
Tammie says
They all sound so amazing! I don’t know which one to try first!
Catherine says
I am so looking forward to the day where it’s warm enough to sit out by the water and just read a book…the most relaxing thing in the world to me. Love your picks!
Clare Minall says
I have honestly not read a good book in a LONG time is. I will definitely check out these books once I have a free moment!
Preet says
Wow! I was looking for some new books. I am just going to start at the top and work my way down the list.
Czjai Reyes-Ocampo says
The Crazy Rich Asians is on my reading list this year. I can’t wait for my son’s school break so I can finally start reading all these wonderful books. 🙂
Va Anne Rome says
I’m always on the lookout for book recommendations. The Language Of Flower sounds like an interesting one. I’ll have to add it to my list!
Kalyan Panja says
I would definitely consider reading them. Seems you have had a great time reading.
Beth Pierce says
The Me Before You book, looks like a great read! I love when there are series to a book; I don’t like the story to end either!
Sara Welch says
These sound like awesome books to read; I can’t wait to pick some up or listen on Audible. Now, all I need is a beach! Thanks for the recommendations!
Jessica May says
We are actually headed to the beach tomorrow! Thanks so much for these recommendations!
Sincerely Miss J says
Thanks for sharing your beach reads. I am looking to add a few more books to my reading list.
Miljana says
Completely agree! And nice timing! 🙂
Ellie Plummer says
Ooh thanks for sharing these books, I’m always on the hunt for something new to read so will defo check some of these out.
rebecca says
These are some great books – I love some good feminist reads!
natalie says
I love all the Jojo Moyes ones they are so beautiful. I will have to try the others.
Angie says
These all sound like such great reads! And reading a good book at the beach is the best!
Bella and Dawn at Dear Mummy Blog says
We’re heading to Spain soon – so definitely going to need some more books to read – these sound great!