5 short reads for when your attention span is shorter than a Monday morning
Sometimes all we need is a short, feel-good read that doesn’t ask for too much
Some days, I want to read… but my brain’s just not having it. I’ll scroll through five books, open one, read two pages, and then somehow end up watching TikTok videos.
If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Sometimes all we need is a short, feel-good read that doesn’t ask for too much but still gives us that cozy, satisfying book joy. Whether you're stuck in a rut or just want a no-pressure story to make you feel something again, these books will do the trick:
The Proposal by Abby Jimenez
Abby always brings the banter, the warmth, and the spice. Her novellas (and even her full books) are addictive and so readable in one or two sittings. If you want a feel-good story with heart, humor, and a little mess (in the best way), this is your go-to.
The Seven Year Slip by Ashley Poston
If you loved The Dead Romantics, this one will hug your heart just the same. It’s got time travel, grief, healing, and a dreamy romance wrapped in a light but meaningful narrative. It’s a little whimsical, a little sad, a lot beautiful and best of all, it flows like warm tea on a rainy afternoon. You’ll blink and be halfway through without even trying.
Maybe in Another Life by Taylor Jenkins Reid
TJR always delivers soul-searching in digestible form. This one plays with the “what if” concept, two parallel storylines based on a single decision. It’s thought-provoking but breezy. Perfect for reading on a slow Sunday or a rainy afternoon when you’re craving something that feels like a hug and a plot twist.
The Couple Next Door by Shari Lapena
This one is perfect when you want suspense but don’t have the bandwidth for a ten-character, multi-timeline plot. It drops you right into the action from page one. Secrets, lies, and a missing baby this domestic thriller keeps the pace tight and the chapters short, which makes it easy to binge in one sitting (or two distracted nights after work).
You Made a Fool of Death with Your Beauty by Akwaeke Emezi
This book reads like a lush, slow-burning poem dressed as a romance novel. It's emotional and sexy, but the prose is crisp and vivid enough to keep you hooked even when you feel unfocused. At under 300 pages, it gives you art, heartbreak, and healing in one sharp, unforgettable swoop.
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