Bedside Reading Unveils its Best Beach Books for August
Summer may be winding down, but great stories are just getting started.
This August, Bedside Reading® is once again placing a carefully curated collection of books in luxury hotels throughout the Hamptons, inviting travelers to unplug, unwind, and discover their next favorite author.
This month’s collection spans women’s fiction, romance, espionage, memoir, wellness, middle-grade activities, young adult fiction, and Hollywood-inspired storytelling, offering something for every kind of reader.
Here’s What They’re Reading This August
Last Bite: A Novel by Amy S. Peele
Recently widowed Angie Sortino is left broke, blindsided, and forced to reinvent herself in Chicago. Filled with food, baseball, romance, and buried secrets, Last Bite is a warm, funny story about second chances and rediscovering your appetite for life.
Awaken In Nature by Anne Marie Wall
Through reflections, affirmations, and beautiful nature-inspired artwork, Anne Marie Wall encourages readers to reconnect with the natural world, quiet their minds, and rediscover their authentic selves.
Wait…Who Got Goosed?™ Companion Activity Book by Julie Coles
This playful companion activity book extends the fun of the original poetry collection with creative writing, math, puzzles, and art projects that invite children to become part of the adventure.
Cowboy Eyes: A Novel by Patricia Leavy
A heartfelt contemporary romance about first love, Hollywood dreams, and the courage to be truly seen, Cowboy Eyes reminds readers that sometimes the greatest adventure is following your heart.
The Seventh Floor: A Novel by David McCloskey
When six veteran CIA officers become suspicious of one another, decades of friendship and loyalty are put to the ultimate test in this gripping international thriller.
Unplugged: Memoir by Mark Kaplan
After suffering a heart attack at age 52 despite being an elite athlete, Mark Kaplan investigates what really causes heart disease and shares the discoveries that transformed his health and his life.
Charity Trickett Is Not So Glamorous: A Novel by Christine Stringer
Dreaming of fame in 1990s Hollywood, Charity quickly discovers that success comes with plenty of detours, disappointments, and unexpected laughs in this funny and heartfelt novel.
Burning Bright: A Novel by Michele Kwasniewski
Teen pop sensation Dani Truehart has everything she dreamed of, but as fame grows louder, she must decide how much of herself she’s willing to sacrifice to stay at the top.
“Summer gives us something that’s become increasingly rare: uninterrupted time to read. There’s something magical about discovering a new author while you’re away from home. A great book becomes part of the vacation itself, creating memories that last long after the suitcase is unpacked. We’re proud to introduce these talented authors to travelers who may find their next favorite read from their bedside table,” said Jane Ubell-Meyer, founder of Bedside Reading®.
Where Guests Are Discovering These Books
Throughout August, Bedside Reading’s collection will be available at many of the Hamptons’ premier luxury boutique hotels, including:
● The Maidstone Hotel, East Hampton
● Journey East Hampton
● Mill House Inn, East Hampton
● 1708 House, Southampton
● Southampton Inn
● Capri Southampton
● Hotel Moraine, Greenport
● Canoe Place Inn & Cottages, Hampton Bays
● Marram Montauk
● Beachcomber Resort at Montauk