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Summer Haters Club: A Chill Guide to Surviving Summer SAD, Climate Anxiety, and Summer-Loving Friends
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Expected 28 Apr 26Author and certified health coach Lindsey Smith returns with a refreshingly funny, practical guide to surviving summertime on a warming planet––a perfect gift for Seasonal Affective Disorder sufferers, the perennially climate anxious, and everyone who dreads a wet bulb temperature. Welcome to
Summer Haters Club
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Here at Summer Haters Club, you’ll learn how to master the art of crafting the perfect excuse to stay indoors, discover creative ways to beat the heat if you don’t have an air-conditioned sanctuary, and explore the joy of embracing your inner winter lover in a world obsessed with sunshine and sandals.
Self-proclaimed lifelong summer hater Lindsey Smith makes light of heavy sweat, writing features with whimsical illustrations Household Objects You Can Turn into a Portable Fan (like a leftover pizza box or tarot cards)A Venn Diagram showing the difference between Summer SAD and Winter SAD ( they both suck)An emotional-support doll to show all the acupuncture spots that can chill you out when you feel heat-induced anxiety kicking inDon’t be fooled by the humor—this book is rooted in research-based tools and techniques. Whether you're a seasoned summer hater, are a reluctant newcomer, or you’re increasingly more anxious about our overheating planet, Summer Haters Club is guaranteed to make you laugh, commiserate, and learn some new tips to better survive the warmer months. So crank up the air conditioning and join the coolest club of the Summer SADDIES.
Here at Summer Haters Club, you’ll learn how to master the art of crafting the perfect excuse to stay indoors, discover creative ways to beat the heat if you don’t have an air-conditioned sanctuary, and explore the joy of embracing your inner winter lover in a world obsessed with sunshine and sandals.
Self-proclaimed lifelong summer hater Lindsey Smith makes light of heavy sweat, writing features with whimsical illustrations Household Objects You Can Turn into a Portable Fan (like a leftover pizza box or tarot cards)A Venn Diagram showing the difference between Summer SAD and Winter SAD ( they both suck)An emotional-support doll to show all the acupuncture spots that can chill you out when you feel heat-induced anxiety kicking inDon’t be fooled by the humor—this book is rooted in research-based tools and techniques. Whether you're a seasoned summer hater, are a reluctant newcomer, or you’re increasingly more anxious about our overheating planet, Summer Haters Club is guaranteed to make you laugh, commiserate, and learn some new tips to better survive the warmer months. So crank up the air conditioning and join the coolest club of the Summer SADDIES.
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Expected publication April 28, 2026
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About the author
Lindsey Smith
36 books53 followersLINDSEY SMITH is a nationally recognized author, health coach, speaker, wellness icon, and the blogger behind Food Mood Girl. Best known for her books Junk Foods & Junk Moods and Food Guilt No More, Lindsey has reached thousands of people looking to enhance their mood, decrease their anxiety and learn to love themselves just a little more. When not helping others, Lindsey is typically spending time in her hometown with her husband and dog, Winnie Cooper. Her new book, Eat Your Feelings, launches January 2018 with Wednesday Books.
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Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I'm not a summer person, and this book was incredibly timely, given we are in the throes of a tumultuous Australian summer, where we have been the hottest place on earth, full of fires and floods and we're only partway through January! This book is a fantastic resource for those of us who are NOT summer people. The book is tailored specificially to those with Summer SAD, but even the undiagnosed can benefit from this.
This book is full of tips and tricks for keeping cool and keeping your cool in the hot weather with resourceful cooling techniques, foods and drinks, activities, heat-rage, travel desinations to beat the heat, mantras and mindsets, and tips for fending off the summer-lovers (and breaking out of people-pleasing behaviour). There are breakout activities, journal prompts, even an "I hate summer" bingo card.
There is also a section about tackling climate change, so sun-seekers and summer-haters can both thrive. These tips are small changes compared to the impact corporations have, but it's a start, and the focus is primarily on being more conscious about consumption an decological footprints.
The book does have a strong Northern Herisphere focus given the author is from the US, but most of the tips are universal for keeping cool. Just remembet to slip, slop, slap - slip on a shirt, slop on sunscreen and slap on a hat - please!
From what looked to be a surface-skimming snarky/funny book, this is a surprisingly useful book for anyone who suffers in the heat. I'll definitely be putting some of these tips into practice
~This is a NetGalley ARC. All opinions are my own~
This book is full of tips and tricks for keeping cool and keeping your cool in the hot weather with resourceful cooling techniques, foods and drinks, activities, heat-rage, travel desinations to beat the heat, mantras and mindsets, and tips for fending off the summer-lovers (and breaking out of people-pleasing behaviour). There are breakout activities, journal prompts, even an "I hate summer" bingo card.
There is also a section about tackling climate change, so sun-seekers and summer-haters can both thrive. These tips are small changes compared to the impact corporations have, but it's a start, and the focus is primarily on being more conscious about consumption an decological footprints.
The book does have a strong Northern Herisphere focus given the author is from the US, but most of the tips are universal for keeping cool. Just remembet to slip, slop, slap - slip on a shirt, slop on sunscreen and slap on a hat - please!
From what looked to be a surface-skimming snarky/funny book, this is a surprisingly useful book for anyone who suffers in the heat. I'll definitely be putting some of these tips into practice
~This is a NetGalley ARC. All opinions are my own~
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
The Summer Haters club is a book about Summer Seasonal Depression, but it's not just about that. This is a book that is chock full of tips tricks and suggestions that can help anyone who struggles with the Summer. Be that because of anxiety, the intense heat, the summer activities or for any other reason. While not directly mentioned I found this to be highly relevant to those with ADHD as well. I really enjoy the style of the writing. The author comes across as very down to earth and friendly and writes in a way that is relatable. She draws from her experience as someone with Summer SAD and anxiety but also her experience as a health coach.
Some of my favorite parts are the sections on how to stay cool and the acupressure points for reducing anxiety and lowering temperature. There also is a great section with super easy meals/snacks to put together for when you don't have cooling energy and some fun drinks recipes.
Some of the advice is a little millennial (no shade to my people) like creating a summer feels Playlist. I only mention this because she mentions being a millennial a couple of times. There also was a suggestion or two (blue light glasses for eye strain stands out) that science shows really doesn't help. Use your own judgement.
Overall this was an informative read with some good advice.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for this digital ARC.
Some of my favorite parts are the sections on how to stay cool and the acupressure points for reducing anxiety and lowering temperature. There also is a great section with super easy meals/snacks to put together for when you don't have cooling energy and some fun drinks recipes.
Some of the advice is a little millennial (no shade to my people) like creating a summer feels Playlist. I only mention this because she mentions being a millennial a couple of times. There also was a suggestion or two (blue light glasses for eye strain stands out) that science shows really doesn't help. Use your own judgement.
Overall this was an informative read with some good advice.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for this digital ARC.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
The cover and title immediately pulled me in. As a lifelong summer haters, who was later diagnosed with solar urticaria, I was happy to pick this book up. I am surrounded by warmies and as part vampire, my summer hater personality can be jarring for some.
Lindsey Smith does a wonderful job helping us better explain and justify our SAD. As someone who gets borderline catatonic in warm weather, I have never understood people who feel energized by the hot weather. It is oppressive and gross.
This book is beautifully designed and includes great graphics and activities relating to the chapter content. It perfectly balances humor and insight, offering excuses to avoid going out on a hot summer day while providing some great facts.
I was hot, I cried, but I found shade. Literally my summer story. Thank you Lindsey for writing a book that helps us feel seen! I really hope this finds its audience because it is fantastic!
Thanks to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Lindsey Smith does a wonderful job helping us better explain and justify our SAD. As someone who gets borderline catatonic in warm weather, I have never understood people who feel energized by the hot weather. It is oppressive and gross.
This book is beautifully designed and includes great graphics and activities relating to the chapter content. It perfectly balances humor and insight, offering excuses to avoid going out on a hot summer day while providing some great facts.
I was hot, I cried, but I found shade. Literally my summer story. Thank you Lindsey for writing a book that helps us feel seen! I really hope this finds its audience because it is fantastic!
Thanks to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I had the pleasure of reading an ARC copy from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
Lindsey crafts a playful but educational introduction to Summer SAD, which I did not even consider being a possibility!
She keeps things light and fun while dishing out actually helpful advice and tips to surviving the summer swelter!
Cheers to her illustrator Lucy as well, this book is so darling, you will pick it up and not be able to put it down!
Lindsey crafts a playful but educational introduction to Summer SAD, which I did not even consider being a possibility!
She keeps things light and fun while dishing out actually helpful advice and tips to surviving the summer swelter!
Cheers to her illustrator Lucy as well, this book is so darling, you will pick it up and not be able to put it down!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Wow!
As someone who live in Arizona, summers are borderline unlivable! It is our equivalent of not being able to leave the house due to bad weather.
Emotional suffering in the summer that I have NEVER heard addressed before and I felt the content of this book in my bones!
I really enjoyed the format of this book.
There are short written passages, but the majority of the book is written with short bullet points, tips, diagrams, suggestions written in an aesthetically pleasing way, and even spots to fill in yourself. This style gives the book an easy flow and doesn’t read like a self help book, that I can sometimes struggle with.
I would absolutely recommend this to anyone who struggles during these summer, and even to those who live in hot climates and have never been able to pinpoint exactly why their mood is sometimes up and down!
As someone who live in Arizona, summers are borderline unlivable! It is our equivalent of not being able to leave the house due to bad weather.
Emotional suffering in the summer that I have NEVER heard addressed before and I felt the content of this book in my bones!
I really enjoyed the format of this book.
There are short written passages, but the majority of the book is written with short bullet points, tips, diagrams, suggestions written in an aesthetically pleasing way, and even spots to fill in yourself. This style gives the book an easy flow and doesn’t read like a self help book, that I can sometimes struggle with.
I would absolutely recommend this to anyone who struggles during these summer, and even to those who live in hot climates and have never been able to pinpoint exactly why their mood is sometimes up and down!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Called the first book to address seasonal summer depression, this beautifully illustrated and designed resource for summer haters is a winner! Filled with helpful strategies for coping with heat and insomnia; creating nutritious and easy summer meals; and tips for sweat-free activities and traveling, the Summer Haters Club is a must-read for anyone who prefers colder seasons. Recommended!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Thank you to Net Galley for this ARC coming out April 28th, 2026!
As someone who has made statements of "I feel like I have seasonal affective disorder, but during the summer," I feel so seen! This book had the cutest graphics, workbook style activities, and genuine tips for getting through the hot seasons and how to help with climate change. Fantastic read and I really appreciated her humor.
As someone who has made statements of "I feel like I have seasonal affective disorder, but during the summer," I feel so seen! This book had the cutest graphics, workbook style activities, and genuine tips for getting through the hot seasons and how to help with climate change. Fantastic read and I really appreciated her humor.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
A fun and informative read about Summer SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder). Even if you are not a diagnosed Summer Saddie, you’ll find ways to help yourself or those summer haters around you.
Thank you Andrews McMeel Publishing and NetGalley for this ARC.
For full review, visit my blog.
Thank you Andrews McMeel Publishing and NetGalley for this ARC.
For full review, visit my blog.
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