Summer Reading Suggestions from CCPA Faculty

It’s officially midsummer and the mustangs are out for vacation, giving students and faculty alike a well-deserved break from classes. But that leaves some of us wondering: how we should spend our free time? Luckily the solution is simple, summer reading, and we’re not talking textbooks.

When it comes to books, there is something for everyone. Not a reader? No problem, just check out these novels some of our CCPA professors are reading this summer. From romance, sci-fi, and suspense the CCPA department enjoys it all.

Check Out These Books the CCPA Division Is Reading This Summer.

1. Outlander

Professor Kim Commerato is reading the popular book series turned Netflix sensation, Outlander. This Historical fiction novel, by Diana Gabaldon, is a love story that defies the constraints of time. Readers are transported back in time with lovers Claire and Jamie, who face war and challenge politics to be together. Starz recently announced a season 7renewing the series, making this the perfect time to read the book before a new season comes out.

For more information, check out these amazon reviews.

2. Life After Life

Dr.  Sandra Duhé is reading Life After Life, by Kate Atkinson. This novel reminds its readers just how fragile life is, and the possibilities one’s life could have if events played out differently.

For more information on Life After Life, check out these amazon reviews.

3. The Judges List

Professor Matt Jacob, an advent fan of John Grisham’s novels, recently had the opportunity to embark on a cruise adventure! What better than to read while soaking up the sunshine. Aboard the ship, professor Jacob took up “The Judges List,” a sequel to John Grisham’s “The Whistler”  This legal-suspense novel keeps readers on their toes, following the trail of a serial killer- revealing an unforeseen culprit.

For additional information on The Judges List, check out these amazon reviews.

4. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: The Original Screenplay

Professor Steve Lee is a sci-fi and fantasy story junkie. He devours the likes of Isaac Asimov’s The Foundation and Frank Herbert’s Dune series and similar themes. His summer book find is Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: The Original Screenplay. This is not the book but the original screenplay with all the settings and descriptions to help bring the story to life. Consider the Kindle version.

5. Where The Crawdads Sing

As for me, I’m here in Dallas, trying my best to beat the heat. Personally, I am a huge Reese Witherspoon fan, so when I heard she was producing a new movie based on her favorite book I knew I had to read it too. Where The Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens, is based on a young woman who raised herself in the marshes of the deep south. As events unfold, she becomes a murder suspect of a man with which she was once involved.

For additional information about Where The Crawdads Sing, check out this amazon link. Or for more recommendations, check out Reese Witherspoon’s book club.

6. Business for Communicators

And our other summer fellow, Alyce Tanner, is reading Business for Communicators by our own Dr. Sandra Duhé. As a Communications major, this is a must-read to go into the business world. Dr. Duhé makes sure to explain how a corporation operates and what important areas you have to understand to get a seat at the table. Check back for a review of this book later this summer.

Check out Dr. Duhe’s website to read reviews, or get the book from Amazon.