Who’s ready for packing up beach bags and heading out for some relaxing time by the pool or on the beach? Let’s see those hands! Now, if I’m filling a beach bag, you can bet it’s stocked with sunscreen (and more sunscreen), a water bottle, a toiletry bag, sunglasses and, of course, a book. Because lounging outside and reading a good book simply go hand in hand. Summer and reading were made for each other.

And you don’t have to be heading to the pool or stretching out on a sandy beach to enjoy a great summer read. Maybe your favorite spot is a front porch swing, a cozy backyard patio, or a shady corner of the garden. That’s usually where you’ll find me during the summer—with a cold drink nearby and a book in hand.

If you’re looking for some books to add to your summer reading stack, I’ve gathered a few titles that are perfect companions for those long, sunny days. They are a mix of thrillers, women’s fiction and cozy mysteries.

LIE IN THE BAY by Holly Danvers

A DIFFERENT KIND OF POISON by Liz Alterman

THE SUMMER THAT CHANGED US by Jami Albright

THE SEASIDE SISTERS by Pamela Kelley

MURDER AT THE CAMPFIRE COOKOUT by Darci Hannah

A CULTIVATED CORPSE by Debra Sennefelder

Whether you’re planning a beach getaway, spending afternoons poolside, or simply savoring quiet moments on the porch with a cold drink in hand, I hope you’ve found a few books to add to your summer reading stack. There’s nothing quite like getting lost in a good story while soaking up the sunshine. Happy reading, and may your summer be filled with plenty of page-turning adventures!

Now I want to know: What book is going into your beach bag this summer?