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82 GIRL CAMPER / SUMMER 2021 ◼ STYLEPEEPS by Erin Gordon If there was ever a book written for so many Girl Campers, this is it! Described as a ‘coming-of-middle-age novel,’ PEEPS, is the story of Meg, a 51-year-old podcaster who has spent her life afraid of ‘what-ifs.’ Her mother’s death, an unexpected divorce and a child leaving for college have all left her determined to live what she calls a “Big Life.” That includes setting out on a cross-country road trip in her new RV and interviewing people for her podcast along the way. The stories she shares of the strangers she meets all have a common thread – the desire to find our place in the world. Find all of the author’s book-club-worthy novels at eringordonauthor.com Chrysalis by Kevin V. SymmonsHere’s one for you gals who love a romantic thriller. The setting is summer in a beautiful Cape Cod town where young Paige Fuller reconnects with her childhood crush. What neither could know is how their lives are inextricably connected to what will unfold just months later on 9/11. Just when you think you have the mystery solved, there’s another twist and turn! This is a beautifully written, gripping page-turner that will take you on a journey you’ll never forget. You’ll find a series of books by the author that celebrate the strength and determination of women at ksymmons.com.Sunset Beach by Mary K. AndrewsEscape into the somewhat hectic life of Drue Campbell, who reconnects with her estranged father at her mother’s funeral, of all things. And he’s married to Drue’s eighth grade frenemy, to boot! Despite that, Drue takes a job at her father’s law firm, while also rehabbing the damaged cottage she inherited in Sunset Beach. A decades-old missing persons case, a suspicious death at an exclusive beach resort, possible corruption at her father’s firm and a budding oce romance, are more than enough to keep Drue busy, and you hooked on this fun summer read. Find more ‘beach reads’ by the author at marykayadrews.com. Camper Girl by Glenn MillerThis award-winning novel is about a young woman who inherits a camper from her recently deceased aunt, and while the plan was to sell it, she changes her mind when she discovers a series of mysterious maps in the glove compartment. Traveling through the Adirondacks, following the maps, she finds more than she bargained for along the way. It is a story of self-discovery, family mysteries and how nature can be such a healing power and balm to our souls. To find more books by this author, visit glennerickmiller.com.In the age of all-things-digital, there is something indescribable and even nostalgic about reading an actual book. The weight of it in my hands, the feel of turning the crisp pages, the tangible joy. It’s a small indulgence to buy a new book and add it to my collection – or pass it on to a friend. When you’re planning your next campout, I hope you’ll bring along a book, set up that hammock and escape into a story of your choice. Here are a few of mine!GIRL CAMPERBOOKSHELFBy Diane McNamaraIn the age of all-things-digital, there is something indescribable and even nostalgic about reading an actual book. The weight of it in my hands, the feel of turning the crisp pages, the tangible joy. It’s a small indulgence to buy a new book and add it to my collection – or pass it on to a friend. When you’re planning your next campout, I hope you’ll bring along a book, set up that hammock and escape into a story of your choice. Here are a few of mine!