Across the Mediterranean and from Tuscany to Hawaii, immerse yourself in these nonfiction and fiction reads that take you places.
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>Travel by Nonfiction:
Coastlines: At the Water’s Edge by Emily Nathan
A wanderlust-inspiring photography collection of the world’s most stunning waterways and coastlines from the premier online curator of travel photography, Tiny Atlas Quarterly.
From tropical beaches in Hawai’i and icy fjords in Greenland to lush mangrove swamps in the Cuban Cayos and forested islands in Vietnam, coastlines and waterways are some of the world’s most beloved places and most precious habitats. With hundreds of awe-inspiring photos from locations far and wide, Coastlines is a visual tour of these magical watery places and a treasure trove of curated travel information. Water lovers, beach bums, and armchair travelers will enjoy this tranquil exploration of the world’s many vast and varied shores.
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Around the World in 80 Books by David Damrosch
A transporting and illuminating voyage around the globe, through classic and modern literary works that are in conversation with one another and with the world around them.
“It’s a kind of GPS raisonné that lets readers chart a meaningful path through milestones of literature on multiple continents.”—The New York Times
“Around the World in 80 Books lifts us up and into locales as diverse as London and Cairo, Venice and Bar Harbor . . . [a] treasure chest of his own creation.”—Chicago Review of Books
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Riverman: An American Odyssey by Ben McGrath
The riveting true story of Dick Conant, an American folk hero who, over the course of more than twenty years, canoed solo thousands of miles of American rivers—and then disappeared near the Outer Banks of North Carolina. This book “contains everything: adventure, mystery, travelogue, and unforgettable characters” (David Grann, bestselling author of Killers of the Flower Moon).
“This quietly profound book belongs on the shelf next to Jon Krakauer’sInto the Wild.”—The New York Times
“Superb . . . A worthy addition to the literature of American restlessness, Riverman draws on what Mr. McGrath hails as the ‘river-trip canon,’ which includes Lewis and Clark and Huckleberry Finn.”—The Wall Street Journal
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Travels with George: In Search of Washington and His Legacy by Nathanial Philbrick
Bestselling author Nathaniel Philbrick argues for Washington’s unique contribution to the forging of America by retracing his journey as a new president through all thirteen former colonies, which were now an unsure nation.
“Part history, part travelogue . . . Philbrick wrestles with [America’s] problems, some of Washington’s vintage, that continue to afflict us.”—The New York Times
“Both a lighthearted travelogue and a timely exploration of Washington’s historical legacy.” —The Wall Street Journal
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The Mountains Are Calling: Year-Round Adventures in the Olympics and West Cascades by Nancy Blakey
Looking for easily accessible yet off-the-beaten-path outdoor adventures you can do year-round in the mountains near Seattle, Portland, and Bend? Look no further!
Imagine escaping to old-growth forests, snow-capped peaks, waterfalls, and hot springs. This beginner-friendly guide will show you where to go, what to do, and what to look for while you’re there and inspire you to get outdoors all year long with beautiful photography and illustrations, evocative descriptions, maps, and all the basics you need to know to go.
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The Summer Friend: A Memoir by Charles McGrath
Alive with the intoxicating magic of summer in New England, former editor of the New York Times Book Review Charles McGrath’s evocative memoir looks back at that sun-soaked season, at family, youth, and a singular bond made at a time when he thought he was beyond making friends.
“To read Chip McGrath’s gentle, elegant memoir . . . is to lose yourself in your own past summers, especially the ones of your youth, when you imagined there’d be an infinite number of them, and also friends to share those summers with. That both turn out to be numbered makes this book positively ache with beauty and loss.”—Richard Russo
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Subpar Parks: America’s Most Extraordinary National Parks and Their Least Impressed Visitors by Amber Share
Based on the wildly popular Instagram account, Subpar Parks features both the greatest hits and brand-new content, all celebrating the incredible beauty and variety of America’s national parks juxtaposed with the clueless and hilarious one-star reviews posted by visitors.
“Packed with tips on getting the most out of your visit and brimming with lush illustrations…if you like a little snark with your park, you’ll want to give this playful guide five stars.”—Nature Conservancy
“Funny, smart and majestically illustrated . . . Whether you wish to plan your next vacation, relive an adventure, armchair travel or be amused, Amber Share’s labor of love is the book for you.”—Shelf Awareness
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>Travel by Fiction:
Memphis: A Novel by Tara M. Stringfellow
*A Read with Jenna Book Club Pick*
A spellbinding debut novel tracing three generations of a Southern Black family and one daughter’s discovery that she has the power to change her family’s legacy.
“A rhapsodic hymn to Black women.”—The New York Times Book Review
“I fell in love with this family, from Joan’s fierce heart to her grandmother Hazel’s determined resilience. Tara Stringfellow will be an author to watch for years to come.”—Jacqueline Woodson, New York Times bestselling author of Red at the Bone
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Malibu Rising: A Novel by Taylor Jenkins Reid
*A Read with Jenna Book Club Pick*
From the New York Times bestselling author of Daisy Jones & The Six . . . Four famous siblings throw an epic party to celebrate the end of the summer. But over the course of twenty-four hours, their lives will change forever.
“Reid’s descriptions of Malibu are so evocative that readers will swear they feel the sea breeze on their faces or the grit of the sand between their toes. . . . A compulsively readable story about the bonds between family members and the power of breaking free.”—Kirkus Reviews
“Reid has once again crafted a fast-paced, engaging novel that smoothly transports readers between decades and story lines.”—The Washington Post
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An Accidental Odyssey: A Novel by kc dyer
An unexpected phone call derails a young woman’s wedding plans and sparks an epic adventure around the modern-day Mediterranean in this “mouth-watering voyage” (Kirkus Reviews) of a novel by kc dyer.
Gianna Kostas is on the cusp of a fairy-tale life. Sure, she’s just lost her job, but she’s about to marry one of New York’s most eligible bachelors. On her way to taste wedding cakes, though, things go sideways. Shocking news sends Gia off on a wild journey halfway around the world in pursuit of her ailing—and nearly estranged—father.
Along the way, as she uncovers family secrets, finds heartbreak, and learns more about a certain archaeologist with a mysterious past of his own, Gia discovers that fairy-tale endings might be messy and complicated, but they can happen anywhere.
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The Midcoast: A Novel by Adam White
Summer Love: A Novel by Nancy Thayer
Old secrets come to light when four friends gather on Nantucket for a life-changing reunion in this heartwarming novel of love and self-discovery by New York Times bestselling author Nancy Thayer.
“The next generation discovers the magic of the island in this big-hearted book so vivid you’ll almost be able to smell the ocean air as you turn each page.”—E! News
“Smell[s] of suntan lotion, the ocean breeze and that sweet summer spirit.”—N Magazine
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