August 9th is National Book Lover’s Day!

If you haven’t found your perfect beach read yet this summer here’s a list for some inspiration! (Tip: It helps to picture yourself on the beach!)

An Ocean of Minutes by Thea Lim

“Toronto-based Thea Lim’s debut novel centres around a couple, Frank and Polly, during a deadly flu pandemic in the U.S. When Frank is infected, the pair hatch a radical plan involving time travel to try and save him” – Sadiya Ansari

The Book of M by Peng Shepherd

“This sci-fi debut follows a couple running from a horrific plague that steals the afflicted person’s shadow and memories. Max and Ory resettle in an abandoned hotel in the woods and find a new normal, until Max’s shadow disappears.” – S.A.

When Life Gives You Lululemons by Lauren Weisberger

“From the writer who gave us the gift of The Devil Wears Prada 15 years ago comes a new book exploring what happens to power editor Miranda Priestley’s other assistant, Emily Charlton. Working as an image consultant to celebs, Charlton feels left behind in the social media era – until a former supermodel’s DUI charge provides a perfect opportunity to get back in the game.” – S.A.

For more buzzing summer reads, check out the full list here!