The most recommended books about the mind

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41 authors created a book list connected to the mind, and here are their favorite mind books.
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Book cover of Sunkissed

Lexi Kingston Author Of Forever June

From my list on vacation romance to get you into a summer state of mind.

Why am I passionate about this?

I’m a contemporary romance author who writes in paranormal romance on the side, but everything I write always comes down to one thing, and that’s the romance between characters. I love books that make me connect to and root for the main protagonists, no matter their flaws or situation. I specifically love romance novels that take place during the summer or in places that are warm year-round because no matter what season it is when you read them, you’re immediately transported to a warm, sunny, swoon-worthy world.

Lexi's book list on vacation romance to get you into a summer state of mind

Lexi Kingston Why did Lexi love this book?

This book gives all the summer feels in a sweet and heartwarming romance novel about a girl following her dreams despite the fear of failure.

It embodies the delicacy of new love and growing into yourself as a person, and it kept me smiling and rooting for the characters from page one. The storyline is lighthearted but with depth, and at a time when I was struggling with my own writing, it really inspired me.

By Kasie West,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked Sunkissed as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it. This book is for kids age 12, 13, 14, and 15.

What is this book about?

A lighthearted and swoony contemporary YA romance by fan-favorite author Kasie West about a girl who finds that a summer spent at a family resort isn't as bad as she imagined . . . and that falling in love is filled with heartache, laughter, and surprises!

Avery has always used music as an escape. But after her best friend betrays her, even her perfectly curated playlists can't help her forget what happened. To make matters worse, her parents have dragged her and her social-media-obsessed sister to a remote family camp for two months of "fun." Just when Avery is ready…