Beach Read

A Romance Writer Who Hates Love. A Literary Author Who Hates People. What Could Go Wrong?

Emily Henry's breakout novel is the book that launched a million rom-com obsessions — and for very good reason. Funny, sharp, emotionally devastating, and utterly unputdownable, Beach Read is the story of two writers, one summer, and a bet that changes everything.

The Story

January Andrews writes romance novels — or she used to, before her life fell apart. Now she's stuck in a beach house she inherited from her father, completely blocked, and next door to her college nemesis: Augustus Everett, a celebrated literary fiction author who thinks love stories are a waste of time. In a moment of desperation, they make a deal — January will write a dark literary novel, and Gus will write a romance. But spending the summer together means getting to know each other in ways neither of them planned for. And some stories, it turns out, write themselves.

Why Readers Love This Book

• A New York Times bestseller and one of the most beloved rom-coms of the decade
• Emily Henry's signature wit, warmth, and slow-burn tension at its most irresistible
• A love story that's also genuinely funny, genuinely sad, and genuinely surprising
• Perfect for fans of People We Meet on Vacation, Book Lovers, and contemporary romance

Who This Book Is For

Romance readers, book lovers, and anyone who needs a story that makes them laugh, cry, and immediately want to read it again. The ultimate summer read — though honestly, it's perfect for any season.

Published by Penguin Random House India. Paperback, 300 g. ISBN: 9780241989524.