Best Summer Reads of 2025 (and Cozy Autumn Must-Reads)

Every season deserves its own stories. At Bookends, the go-to bookstore near me Dubai readers love, we’ve seen which books made waves this summer and which timeless titles never fail to travel from our shelves into your bags. And since the best readers always plan ahead, we’ll also share a few must-reads that feel right at home in autumn.

☀️ Summer 2025 Highlights

This summer was all about bold, addictive stories. Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid became the talk of the season, while Karin Slaughter’s We Are All Guilty Here kept thriller fans on edge. Danielle Steel reminded us why she’s a holiday favorite with For Richer, For Poorer, and Freida McFadden’s The Housemaid proved again that psychological suspense pairs perfectly with poolside afternoons.

For something new and moving, readers fell in love with The Sunflower Boys by Sam Wachman. And of course, evergreen bestsellers like Project Hail Mary still flew off the lists — available in our online bookstore UAE and often found as used books UAE readers happily share.

📚 Summer Classics That Never Fade

Some stories return every summer like old friends. A well-thumbed comic book, a stack of story books for kids for long evenings, or autobiographies like Michelle Obama’s Becoming that inspire during travel. And let’s not forget the classics: Pride and Prejudice, The Great Gatsby and To Kill a Mockingbird — the kind of old books you’ll always spot at your nearest bookshop or tucked into our discount books for sale corner.

At Bookends, whether you’re browsing cheap books Dubai deals or choosing to order books Dubai style online, these timeless reads are always within reach.

🍂 Autumn Must-Reads to Cozy Up With

As summer winds down, moodier tales take over. The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuong is one to savor slowly, while Dream Country by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie offers powerful storytelling perfect for cool evenings. Fantasy lovers are diving into Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros, while David Szalay’s Flesh delivers thought-provoking drama for autumn nights.

You’ll find these titles in our online bookstore Dubai or in-store if you’re searching “bookstore Dubai” or “book store near me.” No matter where you shop, the right story is waiting.

🛒 Find Your Story Anytime

From breezy summer thrillers to reflective autumn novels, Bookends makes it simple to discover the next page-turner. Whether you’re scrolling our online bookstore UAE, stopping by your near book shop, or exploring shelves of used books UAE, the joy of reading is never far away.

Because every season is better with the right book — and the best stories are always closer than you think.