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Escape to the Sea: A Reading List of Beach-Inspired Books

Updated: Oct 24

Are you looking for great beach-themed books to decorate your coffee table? Or are you dreaming about your favorite beach vacation? These selected books feature beautiful photos of stunning beaches and explore delicious surfside recipes, charming coastal home decor, and fun beach activities. Each book is a source of inspiration and offers a relaxing escape into coastal living.


Gorgeous Beaches

Image of three photography books filled with photos of gorgeous beaches

1. Beaches by Gray Malin

This beautiful book shows stunning photographs of some of the world's best beaches. It makes you feel like you are right there on the sand.


2. Escape by Gray Malin

Gray Malin's *Escape* takes you to beautiful beach destinations through stunning images. It lets you experience peaceful shorelines in a vivid way.


3. The Life & Love of The Sea by Lewis Blackwell

This book celebrates the ocean through beautiful photos and heartfelt writing. It helps readers appreciate the beauty and life found by the sea.



Delicious Surf-Side Style Meals

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1. Saltwater Table: Recipes from the Coastal South

Enjoy easy coastal recipes that celebrate the flavors of the South, ideal for warm summer days at the beach.


2. Beach House Dinners: Simple, Summer-Inspired Meals for Entertaining Year-Round

This book features simple and tasty meals that are perfect for entertaining and enjoying at the beach all year round.


3. Beach Cocktails: Favorite Surfside Sips and Bar Snacks

Get ready to relax with easy cocktail recipes and tasty snack ideas inspired by the beach's easygoing vibe.


4. Surf-side Eating: Relaxed Recipes Inspired by Coastal Living

This book has simple recipes that make relaxed beach dining easy.



Inspiring Coastal Home Decors

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1. Surfside Style: Relaxed Living by the Coast

Look for design ideas that highlight the calm and relaxed feel of coastal living. These ideas can help your home feel like a beachside retreat.


2. Beachside Bohemian: Easy Living By the Sea - A Designer Couple's Refuge for Family and Friends

This well-designed book shows you how to create a stylish and welcoming bohemian beach home.


3. Coastal Living Beach House Happy: The Joy of Living by the Water

This book features beautiful photos and practical decorating tips. It shows the joy of living near the water.


4. Coastal Blues: Home Decorating Ideas Inspired by Seaside Living

Explore decorating ideas that use calming colors and themes inspired by coastal living. These ideas are perfect for any home that wants to create a seaside feel.


5. Relaxed Coastal Style

This book shows you how to create a calm and welcoming coastal look in your home, making it a perfect place to relax.



Fun Activities to do at the Beach

Image of two books filled with fun activities to do at the beach

1. The Kaufmann Mercantile Guide: How to Split Wood, Shuck an Oyster, and Master Other Simple Pleasures

This guide offers valuable tips and enjoyable activities to improve your time by the beach, including outdoor skills and cooking ideas.


2. 50 Things to Do at the Beach

This fun book shows a variety of activities to make your beach visit more enjoyable. It's great for families and friends.


Happy reading!

 

About the Blogger

Kelly Mercer writes about the beach, cozy living, and home decor. She loves the coastal lifestyle, which inspires her work. Kelly lives in Wilmington, NC, with her family. Join her as she shares her passion for beach living and the happiness it brings to everyday life.

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