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Best summer reads 2015 - win £500 of books!

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CariGransnet (GNHQ) Wed 17-Jun-15 09:59:12

It's that time of year again when our thoughts turn to holidays, sunshine <looks hopeful> and brilliant new books.

And what a line up we have...whether for reading in the garden, on the beach, on planes, trains or automobiles, we bring you some of the best summer reads for 2015. What's more, we are offering one lucky gransnetter the chance to win the lot - worth over £500!

Details of the books and everything else HERE So now all you need to do is tell us your favourite thing about summer - and it can be anything at all - and you will automatically be entered into the draw.

shirlz51 Sun 12-Jul-15 20:25:13

love to sit out and read in the gatden when my work is done

Jess9887 Sun 12-Jul-15 20:45:18

The best thing about the summer is having picnics! We take out dogs down to the lake with friends have a walk and watch them play and swim. When everyone is tired out we all settle down (try and stop the dogs wetting the blankets) and enjoy our picnic.

ammaline Sun 12-Jul-15 20:57:13

I love the lighter nights!

minilynn3 Sun 12-Jul-15 21:07:20

I love to potter about in the garden pruning and picking flowers,fruit and vegetables!

sheridarby Sun 12-Jul-15 21:16:16

I love long walks in the sunshine

grannybiker Sun 12-Jul-15 21:17:02

Drying washing on the line
Spending extra time with adored grandchildren.
Riding our Harley!

greenie33 Sun 12-Jul-15 21:51:59

My favourite thing about summer is all the green everywhere

hutchy73 Sun 12-Jul-15 23:57:12

family holidays - quality family time away from everything - it doesn't matter where we go as long as we get a break and a chance to make some memories

NotSpaghetti Mon 13-Jul-15 02:12:33

Summer = Puglia, Peace and Primativo!
...PERFECT!

TerriS Mon 13-Jul-15 07:17:19

The best thing about summer is...that my husband and I 'do' summer in the winter! As a busy Rapid Response Practitioner (Urgent care nurse) working full time, I hold back from booking holiday during the British summer so my colleagues can have the school holidays with their families.

As my wonderful daughter and husband (equally wonderful!) live in New Zealand with our beautiful granddaughter we try to visit early January (when all the UK schools are back in business after the Christmas break) and it's the summer holidays in NZ. My daughter, being a teacher, is also on holiday so it's perfect for us all.

I have recently finished studying for a course and it's so good to read for pleasure after such a long time!

Countryfan Mon 13-Jul-15 08:24:15

My favourite thing about summer is being able to have the doors and windows wide open. The sunshine, fresh air and sound of birds flows through the house and it's absolutely wonderful.

myzdamena Mon 13-Jul-15 09:31:02

Seeing the wee ones race about and have water fights... it reminds me of when my sisters used to have water fights when supposed to be washing the car! lol

lizzie48 Mon 13-Jul-15 09:39:13

spending the day on the beach and taking a picnic!

SuzieQ29 Mon 13-Jul-15 10:45:51

Ooo, lots of things, the light morning and lighter evenings. The warmer weather and lighter clothing, being able to get my feet out of winter boots. The summer food - lovely fresh fruits and salads (helps my waistline!). Days out on the beach and summer walks. Everybody generally seems happier and more relaxed - it certainly boosts my mood.

gobldygook Mon 13-Jul-15 11:18:21

Going on holiday to a different cottage each year in the uk and when we arrive going in first and taking a photo of each room before anyone else gets in and messes it up.

acwki Mon 13-Jul-15 12:55:24

the sunshine

TashjaG Mon 13-Jul-15 13:09:13

Spending time with the family due to long holidays and family BBQ's. I also love the way people's moods change when it is nice weather - everyone seems so much more happy smile

ptak5566 Mon 13-Jul-15 13:31:42

I love the lighter evenings and warmer weather to make the most of the garden, just to having a relaxing moment with a book or enjoying a BBQ with family and friends … pure bliss x

sylwright Mon 13-Jul-15 14:17:54

I love the longer days and the fact that I can have all the windows open in the house, I love fresh air blowing through the house.

Ranworth1 Mon 13-Jul-15 14:20:03

Taking my two year old grandson to the beach for the first time and watching his smiles appear! smile

choccieluvva Mon 13-Jul-15 14:23:16

my favourite thing about summer is wearing my pretty clothes and sandals and shoes and handbags and not wearing coats or cardies

Lovelife Mon 13-Jul-15 14:25:22

My favourite things about summer are the long light nights and early light mornings, as well as not having to wear coats!!

Becky39 Mon 13-Jul-15 14:26:19

My favourite thing about Summer is to have a family picnic outdoors. Whilst my little family play in the fresh air, I get to read a good book. Perfect family days. #bliss

Yasmin1 Mon 13-Jul-15 14:26:25

What I Love about summer is the family getting together and sitting by the BBQ enjoying the company of friends and family in a relaxed atmosphere...

gillygirly Mon 13-Jul-15 14:26:46

Strawberry cream tea and a glass of fizz on the lawn