Discover Summer Unplugged
Summer invites us to slow down.
Sometimes the best escape isn't another screen—it's a great story. Find a comfortable chair, settle into a favourite spot, and rediscover the simple pleasure of turning pages. Adventure. Mystery. Romance. Humour. Your next escape is waiting on our shelves.
Pack More Than One Escape
Wherever leisure finds you, you'll be glad another story is waiting when you turn the final page.
Browse our latest fiction, explore staff favourites, or ask us for a Handpicked For You recommendation tailored to your reading tastes. And while you're here, think beyond your next read. Every escape deserves a sequel. Then unplug for a while and let a book take you somewhere unforgettable.
Staff Picks Lists for Summer
Let one great book lead you to your next favourite read!
Deadly Good Reads
Mysterious disappearances, shocking twists, clever detectives, and edge-of-your-seat suspense make these novels impossible to put down.
Feel the Love
Romance, unforgettable characters, and happily-ever-afters are always in season. These booklists are filled with stories that will make you smile, swoon, and keep turning the pages.
Hot! Hot! Hot!
Some of the year's biggest bestsellers have long wait lists, but don't let that slow your reading momentum. These handpicked read-alikes deliver the same page-turning appeal while your hold moves up the queue.
Comic Relief
A little laughter goes a long way. These amusing memoirs, clever essays, and witty reads celebrate the funny side of everyday life and are sure to brighten your day.
Made for Summer
Relaxed afternoons, cottage weekends, and backyard reading all call for a great book. Enjoy these staff-curated book recommendations, chosen to make every summer reading moment even better!
Breezy Reads & Beachside Thrillers
Happy summer reading, Burlington!
