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Best Vacation Reads
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items I love reading and I’m one of those women who’ll pack a book or 2 in my carry-on and load up my eBook reader too. I want to have options for the plane and throughout my trip.
These are books I’ve read that were fun and easy reads that know/think ar...
Sections
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Cozy Magic & Whimsy Reads
Romance & Fantasy Reads
Mystery & Adventure Reads
Big-Hearted Fiction
Cozy Magic & Whimsy Reads
Ready for a total vibe? You'll love these! Escape into worlds of gentle magic and charming whimsy. This section is packed with cozy fantasy and heartwarming reads featuring quirky characters and feel-good vibes. The perfect way to unplug and find a l...
I really loved reading this! A lonely witch finds a quirky new family and a grumpy-sunshine romance. You absolutely need this one for your next getaway!
The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches (eBook)
This is such a charming read about a one-of-a-kind bookshop thathelping people heal and find their way. It's such a comforting book to read, truly!
The Midnight Bookshop by Amanda James (eBook)
This is such a cozy book. It’s witchy vibes meets Gilmore Girls, wrapped into a spooky-ish mystery (not scary!) totally heartwarming.
In the Company of Witches by Auralee Wallace
This book is just pure good vibes. It's a heartwarming, whimsical fantasy where a government worker finds his family at a magical orphanage.
The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune (eBook)
I am in love with this book! I felt like I WAS Emily! It's from her perspective and she's this socially awkward professor on her latest faerie adventure! It's totaly a cozy fantasy, with a very slow-burn romance you'll be rooting for the whole way. A...
Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett (eBook)
Literally didn’t want to put this book down! Your long distance flight will be so quick! It’s a cozy, magical read about a witch who runs an enchanted inn. It's the perfect fantasy escape for when you just want to feel good.
A Witch's Guide to Magical Innkeeping by Sangu Mandanna (eBook)
Romance & Fantasy Reads
You want to escape to another world while on vacation? Dive into our favourite love stories now! This list is your go-to for swoon-worthy reads, including hilarious romantic subplots and the biggest romantacy novels. Discover powerful magic, high-sta...
It’s in the title, it’s a funny! It’s also about friendship and the hardships of dating, which everyone has experienced at least once!
Funny Story by Emily Henry (eBook)
You HAVE to read this fantasy romance! It's full of dragons, high-stakes war college training, where a young woman must survive a deadly war college to become a dragon rider… and there's some serious heat.
Fourth Wing (The Empyrean #1) by Rebecca Yarros
If you want a fun, magical mystery, grab this one! It features a young woman racing against a deadly deadline to save her life. Super suspenseful! It's perfect for putting down and picking up throughout your trip!
Alchemy of Secrets by Stephanie Garber (eBook)
This one is amazing! A writer who stops believing in romance meets a handsome, charming ghost. It's a hilarious and swoon-worthy love story with a unique twist.
The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston
You need to get into this addictive Fantasy Romance series! There's powerful magic, royal secrets, and a forbidden love story that will have you immediately hooked and wanting more.
Spark of the Everflame by Penn Cole
Mystery & Adventure Reads
For my fellow mystery lovers! Get ready for the secrets! This list features thrilling historical intrigue, murder mysteries, and huge epic journeys that are impossible to put down. From solving puzzles with clever detectives to surviving in distant l...
This book is definitely intense but it sucks you in! You won’t be able to put it down, trust me. about two women (an older woman whose seen things and a younger lady whose on her first solo adventure), a spy, and a thrilling secret.
The Alice Network by Kate Quinn (eBook)
I love that this book is aobut a groupd of friends who live at a retirement home who get together to solve cold cases together. And this is just the first book in the series!! It was such an unexpectedly great read!
The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman (eBook)
I was so excited when I saw this on the shelves because the Hunger Games are Back! You better get ready, This prequel takes us to Panem to see the terrifying history of Haymitch's Games.
Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins (eBook)
It’s such a dazzling and glamorous historical fiction novel about a young woman in 1940s New York. It's a perfect escape into a world of glitz and glamour and you’ll feel just as elegant and she does
City of Girls: A Novel by Elizabeth Gilbert (eBook)
Are you readyready for some serious historical intrigue? This powerful story is about a young woman forging documents during WWII and the secrets she must keep to survive.
The Book of Lost Names by Kristin Harmel
Big-Hearted Fiction
Grab this list when you need a good cry or a major smile. These emotionally rich stories are about deep human connection, healing journeys, and the true meaning of friendship. They are the beautiful, thought-provoking novels that leave a lasting impr...
It’s such a quirky and heartwarming story about a grumpy giant Pacific octopus and his unlikely friendship with a widow. It’s an absolute must-read. And perfect for the plane!
Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt (eBook)
This is a beautiful and touching story told from a cat's perspective along their travels. It's a sweet, gentle read that will stick with you long after the last page.
The Travelling Cat Chronicles by Hiro Arikawa (eBook)
A charming and surprisingly funny story about a curmudgeonly old man with a hidden soft side. You'll laugh, you'll cry (behind your sunnies), you'll love it.
A Man Called Ove
This is such a beautifu and emotional book about two best friends who create video games together. It’s a touching story about lifelong partnership and creativity.
Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zervin (eBook)