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The 2026 Summer Reading Guide Is Here


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The 2026 MomAdvice Summer Reading Guide is here! Discover 70 must-read titles and 57 pages of fresh picks for your best summer yet.

It’s time for one of my favorite episodes: the official reveal of the 2026 MomAdvice Summer Reading Guide! This year’s edition showcases 70 carefully curated titles spanning every genre, so you can find the perfect read for every summer mood.

In this special Book Gang episode, I’m sharing this year’s reading challenges with the buzziest books that didn’t deliver but ultimately changed my sails towards the unexpected, from magical days at the library for backlist fun to under-the-radar gems like the ones I’m debuting today.

Out of the 114 books I read to prepare for this one, I’m spotlighting five unforgettable novels that deserve a spot on your TBR. These new voices captured my heart, and I hope you’ll fall in love with them, too.

Grab your notebook (or open your Libby app!)—let’s dive into the WHY behind this year’s selections and get ready to build your summer reading stack.

GET THE GUIDE: Browse the 2026 MomAdvice Summer Reading Guide (with ads) or receive the 57-page reading guide download ($7) to support our show. If you are a show patron, check your inbox for your copy as part of your member benefits- thank you for supporting my small business!  

Meet Amy Allen Clark

Amy Allen Clark is the founder of MomAdvice.com, a vibrant online community she has nurtured since 2004. Through this platform, Amy shares practical advice on recipes, DIY projects, and book recommendations for her readers.

In 2013, Amy authored The Good Life for Less, published by Penguin, and offered families tips for running their households on a shoestring budget.

Amy launched the Book Gang Podcast in 2021. The book podcast celebrates debut authors, explores backlist titles, and highlights under-the-radar book selections. Through engaging conversations with writers and fellow book enthusiasts, Amy aims to connect you with your new favorite book.

Mentioned in this episode:

NEW: Buy the 2026 Summer Reading Guide (help our show stay on air)

2026 MomAdvice Book Club Books (All 12 Selections)

Join the May Book Club 4/30 at 8 PM ET (What Kind of Paradise)

Ellery Adams talks Invasive Species: Horror in the Neighborhood

Substack on Yesteryear (the religious perspective)

Stormy Daniels Isn’t Backing Down

17 Years After The Help, Kathryn Stockett Returns to Mississippi

 

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