Whether you’re exploring by motorhome or caravan, or relaxing lakeside, immersing yourself in a great read is one of the great joys of life. We’ve put together some enjoyable summer reads.
Tracey Bennett
The Reckless Foodie, $49.99
Kickstart your 2025 good intentions by taking them up a gear, and set aside some time to immerse yourself in the pages of Plant-Based Goodness. Not just a simple (and delicious) guide to creating meals both you and your body will love and appreciate, there’s also a wealth of useful wellbeing information and inspiration. All recipes are 100% plant-based, refined sugar-free, dairy-free and mostly gluten-free. Plus, wholefood chef Tracey Bennett helps create a better understanding of daily nutrition needs, along with tips and tricks for boosting confidence in the kitchen and improving cooking skills and habits. Whether you’re at the beginning of your health and wellness journey and need help to stay motivated, or a seasoned plant-based foodie looking to add more delicious meals to your repertoire, this is the book to add to any collection.
Venetian Lessons in Love
Jenna Lo Bianco
MacMillan Publishing, $37.99
The perfect summer romp, this enemies-to-lovers tale reveals itself whilst immersing the reader in the delights of Venice. When a masquerade ball results in an anonymous kiss, Luca Trevisan is left reeling. As her life begins to unravel, both professionally and personally, the ripple effects of this electrifying encounter play a pivotal role in her choices as she attempts to discover the mysterious masked man.
Susan Duncan
Allen & Unwin, $36.99
A mesmerising insight into life in a tight-knit community, along with celebrating love, courage and the power of forgiveness. When café-owner Kate Jackson abandons her six-month-old baby and disappears without a word, the quirky community quickly steps up, but even the best intentions can go awry. Infused with charm and wit, it’s true storytelling that draws you in to both the community and setting.
That Green Olive
Olivia Moore
Penguin, $50
Recipe creator and local foodie Olivia Moore shares her food inspiration and how to find joy in the kitchen by mixing things up a little. With recipes that give you the choice to be a little bit fancy, whether it’s beer and Gruyère scones or a tasty ‘Nduja prawn pie, there are cosy snacks, dinners and desserts designed to inspire and devour, whether cooking for yourself, your family or friends.
Yotam Ottolenghi Helen Goh
Penguin, $70
The master of comfort food needs little introduction. Yotam Ottolenghi brings his inspiring, flavour-forward approach to delivering new classics infused with the nostalgia of home. Weaving memories of childhood and travel with more than 100 irresistible recipes, Ottolenghi COMFORT is a celebration of the connections we make as we cook, and pass on from generation to generation.
