The Atlantic: The Summer Reading Guide 2023

Summer is when lovers of books feel freest to read without restraint—while lying on a beach, swinging on a porch, or perching on a stoop at the end of a sweaty day. The Atlantic's writers and editors want to help in this endeavor, and so we've selected books to match some warm-weather moods. Maybe you'd like something new from the bookstore before heading to the beach, or you want to transport yourself to another place or take a deep dive into one topic. Perhaps you have a yen to feel wonder about the universe or rediscover an old gem. Some readers just want to devour something totally new. Here are 24 books you should grab before the summer ends.