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The Goodreads Guide to Summer Reading

Posted by Sharon on May 11, 2026

Summer reading is here! Discover readers' most anticipated books for the season, plus our intel on the biggest books coming later this year. Find your reading match with our staff recommendations, scope out our great genre guides, and more!

The Big Books of Summer (and the Rest of the Year)

Take a peek at the season ahead with readers' most anticipated summer reads, plus our bonus preview of buzzy fall titles!

112 (Very Literal) Escapist Reads to Sweep You Away

Need to get away from it all? We're here to help! Take a mental break with our cheeky take on escapist reading.

The Goodreads Staff Share Top Reading Recommendations

Don't know what to read next? Let our bookish colleagues guide you to your next favorite title with their most tried-and-true suggestions.

Discover more great summer reading:

A Month-by-Month Guide to Summer's Biggest Mysteries & Thrillers

Spice Up Summer with 69 Hot New Romances & Romantasies

Highly Anticipated Fantasy, Sci-Fi & Horror Hitting Shelves This Summer

Have a Blockbuster Summer with Adaptation Reading

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