5 Great Summer Reads

The long days of summer are a perfect time to take a few moments to yourself.  Whether you're relaxing in a perfectly shady shop in the park, or you stay in your bathrobe to enjoy more pillow time, grab one of these 5 bestselling books.  Maybe you're in the mood for a side-splitting comedy.  How about an inspirational story of a man that helped build a school in Pakistan?  Maybe you want to get all the drama and gossip from Barbara Walters' new memoir.  Whatever you're flavor, be sure to check out these 5 bestselling summer reads!

Three Cups of Tea: One Man's Mission to Promote Peace... One School at a Time

Greg Mortenson

The inspirational sotry of one mans quest to do good.  After a failed attempt climbing K2, the second most dangerous mountain in the world, Greg is dangerously ill.  He is taken in by the impoverished Pakistani village of Korphe.  After seven weeks of care, he promises to show his gratitude by building the village its first school.  And he doesn't stop there...   

When You Are Engulfed In Flames

David Sedaris

A collection of essays that reaches from the hilariously absurd to the deeply profound.  David Sedaris has a distinct literary voice.  He is absolutely hilarious and within that comedy he reaches for what is common between us all- love and understanding.  A laugh out loud summer read, for sure!

Barbara Walters

After more than 40 years of interviewing everyone from heads of state and world leaders to movie stars and criminals, Barbara Walters lets us in on her life and experiences.  If her show The View is any indication, there's bound to be loads of emotion and drama in this read!

Bright Shiny Morning

James Frey

Remember that guy who shook up Oprah's bookclub with A Million Little Pieces?  Well, he's written a new book!  Bright Shiny Morning is a chronicle of contemporary Los Angeles.  Dozens of characters, all with compelling sotries, come together to paint the story of LA.  Is this the definitive Los Angeles novel?  I don't know, but it's getting great reviews!

 Just Who Will You Be?

Maria Shriver

A heartfelt and honest book by California's First Lady.  Inspired by a speech she gave, Maria's inspirational message is this:  it's not important what you do in your life.  What's important is who you are.  This book reminds us that it's never too late to be the person you want to be.