By: Annie Suhy, Communications Specialist at OverDrive and Editor of Libby Life
The summer months are some of the busiest times for family vacations, with families soaking in the time and sun while kids are out of school. But every parent knows that dreaded “Are we there yet?” conversation often had on long road trips or flights when toys can no longer keep the young ones occupied and the internet for teens is in short supply.
Luckily, there are mobile apps like Libby. Libby is a mobile app that provides users with free and endless entertainment options like ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more! While it may sound too good to be true, Libby works with your local library to connect you with popular, high-quality content while on the go. All you need is a valid library card to access the 100% free, vast library of entertainment options available on the app for users of all ages.
Whether you plan to lounge on the beaches or go glamping in the woods, here are a few summer book recommendations for the whole family!
For Mom:
The Saturday Night Sauvignon Sisterhood by Gills Sims
Description: A new set of friends brought together by a shared love of liquid therapy. Together they might just be able to convince Claire that, like a good bottle of red, life really can get better with age.
For Dad:
Summer of ‘49 by David Halberstam
Description: In a tale of great players like Ted Williams and Joe DiMaggio, this book dives into the time between WWII and the postwar boom and rapid growth of the 1950s. The Yankees and Red Sox battle for a championship and the American League crown comes down to a New York-Boston game on the last day of the season.
For Kids:
Age 3-5
My Daddy is a Cowboy by Stephanie Seales
Description: A young girl and her father share an early morning horseback ride around their city in this picture book celebration of “just-us time.”
Ages 6-8
Ava Lin, Best Friend! by Vicky Fang
Description: Brand-new first grader Ava Lin is determined to find a best friend — even if she’s a bit unclear on how to go about it — in this launch of a funny, super relatable chapter-book series.
Ages 9-12
The Secret Library by Kekla Magoon
Description: Travel through time with National Book Award Finalist Kekla Magoon in a page-turning fantasy adventure about family secrets and finding the courage to plot your own life story.
Ages 13+
The Ballad of Darcy and Russel by Morgan Matson
Description: A sweeping romantic novel about love, fate… and that one night that can change everything.
Want more? Visit libbylife.com for book recommendations on Libby, the free reading app from your library, to enjoy all year long.
Bio: Annie Suhy is a reader, writer, book lover, and mom. Most days, you can find her caring for her menagerie of plants and pets, practicing yoga, listening to an audiobook, or working toward their goal of visiting every ice cream shop and playground in the city with her daughter, Stella.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
