Whether you’re cashing in your vacation days for a sandy coast or looking to kill time on your morning commute (talk about a beach bum!), pick up one of these new page-turners for a much-needed summer escape, no matter your destination.
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What Katie Ate on the Weekend by Katie Quinn Davies
Food porn alert! Aussie-based blogger Katie Quinn Davies is tempting us again. The 2013 James Beard Photography Award Winner’s new cookbook is peppered with pictures and has readers salivating over its simple dishes for weekend entertaining. We already want seconds. $40; amazon.com
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Modern Romance by Aziz Ansari
Texts replacing phone calls? When did dating become the war of the rose emoji? Thanks to the comic insights of Parks and Recreation’s funny man and standup extraordinaire Aziz Ansari, your modern day dating conundrums are solved–well, at least acknowledged–which is more than we can say about that text you sent four hours ago. $28.95, available June 16; azizansari.com
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I Take You by Eliza Kennedy
Saucy, sexy and funny as hell, all aboard this irresistible train wreck with narrator Lily Wilder. She’s a work (and sex!) driven high-powered New York litigator who drinks like a fish and enjoys the company of other men, even if they aren’t her fiancé. She’s also getting married in Key West in one week. Oh boy! Eliza Kennedy’s debut novel will have you blushing, laughing and loving the lavish antics of our new favorite protagonist. This is your next book club read. $24; penguinrandomhouse.com
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The Book of Joan by Melissa Rivers
As Joan Rivers fans continue to mourn the passing of the unfiltered comedy doyenne, daughter and best friend Melissa gives readers intimate insights on her late mother’s life that are hilarious, moving and as always, deliciously irreverent. $26; melissarivers.com
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Go Set A Watchman by Harper Lee
Written before Harper Lee’s instant classic To Kill a Mockingbird, the Pulitzer Prize winning novelist’s unpublished manuscript was discovered in 2014. Featuring many of the characters from TKAM, it takes place 20 years later as a grown Scout struggles with personal and political issues in her small Alabama town. The much-anticipated novel sees the light of day on July 14. Save the date! $27.99; harpercollins.com
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Kim Kardashian West Selfish
Love her or hate her, Kim Kardashian has a way of tapping into the pop culture psyche of the world. Plus, the reality starlet takes a damn good picture. Her new photography book features many never-before-seen personal images, furthering her reign over selfies. God save the queen. $19.95; rizzoliusa.com
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Spinster: Making A Life of One’s Own by Kate Bolick
Societal matrimony standards meet their match in Kate Bolick’s buzzed-about memoir. Drawing on personal anecdotes and mixing in famed female writers who found fulfillment outside of the domestic sphere, Bolick redefines the word “spinster,” showing how single and happy are no longer mutually exclusive. Cue Beyoncé song. $26; katebolick.com
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Leave Your Mark by Aliza Licht
As a global fashion communications executive and the voice behind @dknyprgirl (she’s won four consecutive Fashion 2.0 awards for Best Twitter!), Aliza Licht dishes invaluable lessons for navigating the office, getting ahead in your career and perfecting your personal brand. (Psst–she used more than 140 characters. #worthit) $29; alizalicht.com
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Cupcakes and Cashmere at Home by Emily Schuman
Expanding from her blog and first book Cupcakes and Cashmere, blogger sensation Emily Schuman tackles home and entertaining quandaries in her much-anticipated follow-up book. Featuring new content and ideas, she hones in on approachable decorating techniques to get the most out of every inch of your home. Talk about room service! $19.95; cupcakesandcashmere.com
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I, Justine by Justine Ezarik
Tech-obsessed Youtube sensation Justine Ezarik went vintage and wrote a real, page-turning book about her life behind the screen. With over 2.2 million followers, the witty, goofball vlogger shares the inside world of her online life, including tips on creative entrepreneurship and staying true to your brand. $22.99, available June 2; ijustine.com
