Beach Read

How would you like to be known as the queen of beach reads? The term, beach read, almost inexplicably brings to mind a book without plot written by a nominal writer. A book not quite good enough to be published in hardback, but instead, printed in small paperback which can be tucked nicely in a bag for that mindless beach reading.

However, I disagree with that analysis. It takes talent to draw someone into a book with the distraction of ocean waves pounding the shore, the smell of sand and salt, and the frolicking of other beach goers. Also, choosing a book to take with you to the beach is the equivalent of choosing a friend.

So, let’s not sniff with disdain at beach reads, but appreciate them for their unique genre. And, also, the authors who write them.