Although I know it is only the beginning of June when this will be published and not quite summer yet in the Northern Hemisphere, it is already the season for long weekends. (Aka bank holidays) As I have readers in Canada, the UK, and the US, as well as many other nations, I wanted to have this out before the bulk of holidays start. If you are like, you probably view long weekends and vacations as a fantastic chance to read a book (or three). So, if you need recommendations, I have got you covered. Today I’m sharing summer reading suggestions for anyone to enjoy!
Fiction Summer Book Recommendations
I am starting with my fiction reading lists because I think that more people turn to fiction on their vacations. And I truly believe that there is a piece of fiction for everyone!
My Favourite Historical Fiction Books About Women By Women– If you are looking for a book centred on women’s stories, written by a women, I’ve gathered my favourite hist fic novels you!
The Best Royal Chick Lit Books– If you like something lighter and like to escape the stress of the world, these royal chick-lit books are the perfect option.
The Best Royal Historical Fiction– If you are interested in historical fiction but you want to focus on royals, you have more than a few choices! I’ve gathered a wide variety of royals, locations, and time periods; I’ve also noted whether or not the book focuses on the royal or they are on the periphery (royal-ish).
My Top 5 Mystery Books– I normally read mysteries in the fall and winter, but if you want a good mystery to keep you hooked for a 3-day weekend, these are some of my favourite mystery books!
The Best Books If You Love…– I’ve done many reading lists centred on different period dramas including Downton Abbey, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, The Great, and more!
Non-Fiction Summer Book Recommendations
Never fear, non-fiction lovers! I’ve also got many recommendations in the history and biography categories as well- sometimes you want to delve into real lives.
The Best Ballet Biographies and Memoirs– I know that many balletomanes have found their way to the blog to become readers, but I believe that these biographies and memoirs are incredibly fascinating and appeal to anyone!
The Best Books on Georgian Royal Women– If you have watched Queen Charlotte or Bridgerton and are now fascinated with Charlotte and the women in the Georgian royal family, these books are a must-read.
V&A Fashion Perspectives– If you find that you gravitate more towards fashion history, the V&A Fashion Perspectives books should be on your list! In addition to several designer autobiographies (including Dior and Hartnell), the series also features many other figures from the fashion industry across the decades.
The 7 Best History Audiobooks– If you are more of a listener, I have also got you covered. These are some of my favourite history, non-fiction audiobooks that I could not stop listening to!
70 Books About The Queen– I wrote this post in honour of The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, but I think it remains an excellent reading list! Aside from a small section of fiction, I’ve gathered biography and history books about The Queen, her parents and grandparents, her husband, her children, her palaces, her style, and more. If you’ve ever been interested in Queen Elizabeth II, you will find a book here.
Now that I’ve shared some of my summer reading recommendations, what are yours?
Cheers,
The Historian
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I have added your chic lit recommendations. I have Kindle unlimited and 3 are free for me to borrow. I agree chic lit means something more lighthearted than women lit. Both have their places in my library. Wishing you a wonderful summer of reading!
Hi Alicia! I am so glad that someone “gets” it- I love both chick lit and women’s lit, and they are both positive labels for me 🙂 Happy reading!! (Please let me know what you end up reading this summer!)