9 Beach Reads: Sun-Drenched Stories for Lazy Afternoons

9 Beach Reads: Sun-Drenched Stories for Lazy Afternoons

Whether you're stretched out on a beach towel or lounging in a garden chair, summer is the perfect excuse to lose yourself in a good book. Here are nine titles that capture the spirit of lazy afternoons and open horizons.

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The Shape of Taste — Why do some meals linger in the memory while others vanish? Chris Lukehurst unpacks the psychology of food. RRP: £16.99 | ISBN: 9781915483843

A Journal of the Plague Year — Daniel Defoe’s hauntingly vivid account of the 1665 Great Plague with historical appendices and new maps. RRP: £17.95 | ISBN: 9781554816071

Cycle Magic — A visual celebration of cycling culture featuring over a thousand colour images. RRP: £26.95 | ISBN: 9781068233609

The Firkin Saga — The hilarious story of David Bruce OBE and the Firkin pubs. RRP: £18.99 | ISBN: 9781915483966

The Onsen Experience — Japan’s tranquil hot spring inns explored through history, culture, and cuisine. RRP: £16.99 | ISBN: 9789887756026

The Art of Classic Crime and Mystery Movies — Over 800 movie posters from the golden age of crime cinema. RRP: £54.99 | ISBN: 9780764369278

Crafting Leather Totes, Backpacks and Bags — 18 leatherwork projects from clutches to backpacks. RRP: £26.99 | ISBN: 9780764368769

Cocktails of Asia — A vibrant guide to Asia’s cocktail scene. RRP: £29.99 | ISBN: 9789887756064

Beyond the Greek Salad — Over 90 regional Greek recipes with stunning photography. RRP: £18.99 | ISBN: 9780646812731