Seaside Adventures & Page-Turning Summer Picks

There’s nothing I love more than the sound of ocean waves and a good book in my hand. One of my favorite vacation spots has always been Maine—a place I first fell in love with during trips with my grandmother as a teen. This week, I got to relive those memories on a special girls’ trip with my mom, sister, and daughter. Three generations soaking in the salty breeze, exploring the coast, shopping, and indulging in some seriously delicious food.

If you find yourself near York or Ogunquit, be sure to grab breakfast at The Egg & I—you won’t regret it!

Since I’ve been at the beach, I thought it was the perfect time to share a few fun romance beach reads for your summer adventures.

• Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez
  A swoony romance filled with heart, humor, and Abby’s signature charm. It’s the kind of book that leaves you smiling long after the last page. Get it for FREE on Kindle Unlimited.

• One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune (TBR)
  On my to-be-read list! This one promises sun-soaked nostalgia and second chances—everything you want in a summer escape.

• Beach Read by Emily Henry
  I read this last year and it’s just a super cute, opposites-attract love story. Perfectly light, perfectly summery.

• Beach House Rules by Kristy Woodson Harvey (TBR)
  Full of Southern charm, family secrets, and beach house vibes—this one’s ideal for fans of heartfelt, feel-good fiction.

• The Problematic Summer Romance by Ali Hazelwood
  Just finished this one last week and LOVED it. Smart heroine, sizzling chemistry, and laugh-out-loud moments—definitely recommend!

• The Summer Pact by Emily Giffin
  A beautiful story of friendship, grief, and the healing power of second chances. Emotional but uplifting—perfect for a reflective beach day.

• Till Summer Do Us Part by Meghan Quinn
  Just finished this one and couldn’t stop laughing! A fake marriage, billionaire hijinks, and tons of heart. Scroll down for my full review—it’s a 5-star summer fave. Get it for FREE on Kindle Unlimited.

P.S. You may have noticed this newsletter recently shifted from Campfires & Cashflow to Reading & Roadtrips—a new direction for women who love to travel and read. If this no longer fits your interests, feel free to unsubscribe (no hard feelings—I promise!).

📚 Books on Board

This Week’s Read: Till Summer Do Us Part by Meghan Quinn

Looking for the perfect beach read? Meghan Quinn delivers again with her latest release, Till Summer Do Us Part. It’s packed with laugh-out-loud moments, a hilarious fake marriage scenario, and a week-long couple’s camp full of chaos and charm. Wilder, the swoony billionaire with improv chops, uses every trick in the book to fool the counselor—and the heroine’s coworkers—while sparks fly. It’s sweet, spicy, and everything I want in a summer rom-com. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Up Next:
On my TBR is Caught Up by Navessa Allen. I’ll share my thoughts in next week’s newsletter—stay tuned!

📍 Worth the Stop

One of my all-time favorite trips was our visit to Acadia National Park two years ago. We stayed at a cute little spot called Moorings Campground in Belfast, ME, right on Penobscot Bay. The water was calm and crystal clear—perfect for kayaking—and it’s where I found my very first full sand dollar (and the only one to this day!).

On the way to Acadia, we made a memorable stop at Bar Harbor Lobster Co. The food was amazing, and the relaxed outdoor vibe made it the perfect place to kick back and soak in the Maine coast.

🛒 What’s in My Amazon Cart

We took a girls’ trip to Maine this week, and this snack box was perfectly packed with all our favorite road trip treats. It kept us fueled between scenic stops, beach strolls, and bookstore visits.

Here's some snack ideas on keeping your passenger princess (or kids) happy on the road:

🍓 Fruits

• Fresh strawberries

• Grapes (always a hit!)

• Apple slices

• Dried mango

🍬 Sweets

• Sour Patch Kids

• Mini chocolate bars

• Gummy bears

• Dark chocolate-covered almonds

🍿 Salty Snacks

• Mini pretzels

• Sea salt popcorn

• Cheese cubes

• Trail mix with a hint of spice

Perfect for passing around the car and keeping everyone happy (and a little spoiled) on the road. Highly recommend assembling your own for your next adventure!

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