Rainy day reads: Books to read in June 2025

One of the best ways to spend a rainy day is by reading cosy mysteries this June. Nothing that an exciting whodunnit story can't fix, right? For your next chai and chapter days, consider reading Death in the Details by Katie Gayle. It's a cosy mystery that blends humour and small-town charm, making it perfect for mystery fans looking for the best cosy mystery series to start in June.

Another good pick is The Curio Cabinet Caper by Ellery Adams. It is the newest book from her cosy mystery summer collection and is perfect for a lazy weekend read or even to add to your vacation reads cosy list.

Rains and romance, need we say more? Spend your days off cuddled up in bed reading some of the hottest romance novels in June. The Summer We Finally Met by Abby Jimenez is a new adult cosy romance for summer and is the perfect feel-good book for the June reading session. It is set in a charming small town and is a comfort read with happy endings, with a side of witty banter and real emotion.

Chasing Fireflies and First Kisses by Emily Stone is also a wholesome, delectable book set against a golden-lit summer fair and is one of those books that feel like a warm summer evening.

Don't like the reality? Escape to your land of magic and whimsy with these cosy fantasy books in June. The book "Of Moss and Moonlight" by T.J. Klune is a gentle fantasy set in a hidden forest village where secrets flourish under the moon. It is an escapist novel for days and perfect for those looking for the scent of rain on pages.

The Tea Dragon Song by K. O'Neill is for you if you are into cosy kink books or looking for cosy fantasy books in June. It is a beautifully illustrated read and offers a cosy reading aesthetic with every turn of the page.

Fiction geeks, it's your time to shine. Dive deep into the world of cosy historical fiction this June and find stories that soothe your soul. Letters from the Lavender Farm by Hazel Prior is a heartfelt and calming novel, ideal to curl up with, and full of soft light and deep stories. Additionally, The Paris Tailor's Secret by Natasha Lester is a book that's rich in detail and perfect for fans of cosy contemporary fiction.

Rainy Day Library Club" by Beth O'Leary is one more feel-good book for June that captures unlikely friendships and the charm of old bookstores, while, When the Rains Come by Meera Shah is a tale that hits home. Set in monsoon-laced Kerala, it captures themes of family, renewal and memory, making it one of our top rainy day reads in June.

Looking for a soul-soothing book? These non-fiction picks are perfect for relaxation and serve truth in a gentle, loving manner. Simple Joys: Finding Calm in the Everyday by Matt Haig is a cosy non-fiction book which consists of a collection of short essays, making it one of the most relaxing books for a quiet June evening and a monsoon hideaway from the chaos of routine. Why Birds Sing in the Rain by Priya Malhotra is a book rooted in nature and mindfulness, and the perfect cooling read for a hot night.