Your 2025 Summer Reading Horoscope is Here! (Books for Every Zodiac Sign)
From fiery Aries to dreamy Pisces, discover standout books that I read and loved that’s written in the stars for you.
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Discover Your Star Sign’s Perfect Summer Read 📚✨
Hi Bookish Besties,
This week, I wanted to do something fun and personalize your summer TBR with a cosmic twist. That’s right—I’m matching some 2025 Summer Reading Guide picks to each zodiac sign!
Whether you’re bold and competitive like an Aries or dreamy and empathetic like a Pisces, today’s newsletter is all about helping you find the perfect book that aligns with your astrological energy. I’ve handpicked standout books for each sign—stories that reflect your strengths, tap into your feels, and offer the kind of escapism that just hits right.
For even more book recommendations, pick books for your sun, moon and rising signs. (Not sure what those are? Head over to Café Astrology to do a free birth chart and find out!)
Now let’s dive into these cosmic matches...
P.S. If you haven’t already, download your copy of The 2025 Summer Reading Guide:
Your 2025 Summer Reading Horoscope Book Picks
Whether you’re lounging in the sun or chasing shade, these books will not disappoint. If you want even more zodiac-themed recommendations (plus book covers, what to expect, and links) check out: The Ultimate 2025 Summer Books for Your Zodiac Sign
Aries: When Javi Dumped Mari
This fast-paced, friends-to-lovers romance is perfect for fiery Aries. Expect sabotage, spicy banter, and racing hearts—plus a fierce, emotional payoff that makes it impossible to put down.
Taurus: Kakigori Summer
A nostalgic tale about three sisters seeking refuge in their hometown—rich with emotional depth, slow summer days, and the kind of healing only time and family can offer. You can read a chapter from Kakigori Summer here.
Gemini: Fan Favorite
Reality TV meets romance in this razor-sharp comedy that’s brimming with cultural commentary, chaotic group dates, and one very funny woman out to win love—or at least a great story. You can read an excerpt from Fan Favorite here.
Cancer: All the Mothers
Found family, motherhood, and messy feelings take center stage in this heartfelt story about new beginnings and the love we choose. Cancer signs, grab the tissues.
Leo: Along Came Amor
Wedding drama, steamy encounters, and big heart moments—Leo, this vibrant romance is your spotlight moment in book form. You can read an excerpt from Along Came Amor here.
Virgo: The Catch
A taut, emotionally layered novel about two estranged sisters and a possible ghost—or maybe something even stranger. Virgo readers will appreciate the sharp structure and depth.
Libra: Writing Mr. Wrong
Second-chance love, bookish revenge, and just the right amount of sports drama. This one satisfies Libra’s love of harmony, wit, and a happy ending.
Scorpio: Marguerite by the Lake
Dark secrets, forbidden obsession, and ghostly echoes of the past swirl in this gothic thriller that speaks directly to Scorpio’s mysterious heart.
Sagittarius: Angel Down
Expansive adventures and philosophical underpinnings? Yes, really. Sag readers will be all-in for this literary experiment that’s both philosophical and pulse-pounding.
Capricorn: The Retirement Plan
Capricorns will love this smart, surprising debut featuring 60-something best friends, a suspicious death, and a mission to reclaim their futures—whatever it takes.
Aquarius: A Far Better Thing
A bold fantasy retelling with fae politics, stolen identities, and revolution brewing—Aquarius, your radical heart will feel seen.
Pisces: Mendell Station
Quietly powerful and full of heart, this novel about grief and rediscovery will speak to Pisces’ longing for connection, healing, and hope.
Want the Full Horoscope for the Summer?
Get the full list (plus book covers and quick links!) over on the blog: The Ultimate 2025 Summer Books for Your Zodiac Sign
What’s New:
I feel like I’m in my reverse storytelling era (I’m also reading alot of fantasy which is a story for another day) but I just recently saw the Stephen King adaptation of The Life of Chuck and I feel it’s a 2025’s must-watch. Coincidentally, a month before I revisited F. Scott Fitzgerald’s reverse aging novella The Curious Case of Benjamin Bottom — and both stories have me thinking, not just about my mortality and life in general, but WHY as a concept it’s so fascinating.
More Summer Bookish Goodness to Explore
The 2025 Summer Reading Guide — From heart-pounding thrillers to eye-opening nonfiction, browse the lists.
The 2025 Minimalist Summer Reading List — Ten best books from the full summer guide.
2025 Summer Reading Challenge — Five fun prompts to keep your reading fresh and playful all season long.
Classic Books to Read in Summer — Timeless reads that feel especially magical in the summer months.
Seasonal Living Ideas for Summer — Embrace the season with joyful, mindful lifestyle ideas.
Ultimate Summer Bucket List — 50 fun, budget-friendly activities to try in 2025.
Literary Calendar
June is Pride Month, Audiobook Appreciation Month, National Caribbean American Heritage Month.
June 22nd 1947: Octavia E. Butler is born. Popular works include: Kindred, Parable of the Sower, Wild Seed, Bloodchild.
June 23rd 1868: The first typewriter patent was awarded. In the United States, one of the first commercially made typewriters was patented (US 79,265 ) on this day by Christopher Latham Sholes, Carlos Glidden, and Samuel W. Soule.
June 23rd 1910: Jean Anouilh is born. Popular works include: Antigone, The Lark, Becket.
June 24th 1842: Ambrose Bierce is born. Popular works include: The Devil’s Dictionary.
June 25th 1903: Eric Blair (George Orwell) is born. Popular works include: Animal Farm, Nineteen Eighty-Four, Down and Out in Paris and London, A Clergyman's Daughter.
June 25th 1924: Dorothy Gilman is born. Popular works include: Mrs. Pollifax mysteries.
June 25th 1929: Eric Carle is born. Popular works include: The Very Hungry Caterpillar, The Very Busy Spider, The Very Quiet Cricket.
June 27th 1880: Helen Keller is born. Popular works include: The Story of My Life, The World I Live In.
✨Final Thoughts
Whether you're reading by the pool, in a shady hammock, or curled up in your favorite nook, I hope one of these zodiac-inspired picks finds its way into your weekend plans. And if the weather’s in your favor, I highly recommend taking your book outdoors—there’s nothing quite like a good story under the summer sky.
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Happy reading!
Victoria
P.S. Mark your calendar and join us for June’s BYOB Club meeting Saturday, June 28th, 2025 at 7 pm ET. Bring a book you've read during the past month and share it with us.
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