June is packed with books, community, conversation, and plenty of opportunities to discover your next great read.
Summer Readers Are Leaders Challenge Is Happening NOW!
Our annual Summer Readers Are Leaders Reading Challenge is underway, and there’s still plenty of time to join the fun. Learn more HERE and stop by for your rules and free reader logs.
Whether you’re tackling beach reads, mysteries, fantasy adventures, children’s books, or literary fiction, every page counts. If you’re reading, you’re leading!
New Book Club Picks Are Here!
We’re excited to announce that our July, August, and September book club selections are now available online.
You can view all upcoming selections here: https://mainstreetreads.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/JULY-SEPTEMBER-CLUBS.pdf
And we’re especially excited to introduce our brand-new YA book club: Page Turners!
Designed for teen readers and YA enthusiasts of all ages, Page Turners will meet on the second Monday of every month, bringing together readers who love unforgettable characters, imaginative worlds, and stories that spark conversation long after the final page.
Coming Up This Month
June 8: Main Street Writes Mondays
Writers of all experience levels are invited to join our weekly virtual writers group. Whether you’re working on a novel, memoir, poetry, or simply trying to build a writing habit, you’ll find encouragement and community here.
June 9: Thrill in the ‘Ville Book Club
This month we’re discussing This Story Might Save Your Life by Tiffany Crum. As always, our book clubs are free and open to everyone. We provide the wine and appetizers—you bring the theories, twists, and lively discussion.
June 10: Wednesday Stories on the Square
Bring the little readers in your life for our free weekly storytime adventure. Stories, smiles, and a little imagination make for the perfect Wednesday morning.
June 15: Adventures in Reading Kids Club
This month’s selection is Harper Sharpe, Kid Detective by Jarrett Williams. Kids clubs are free and open to all, and book club selections are always available at our special 10% book club discount.
June 16: Peaceful Mornings Quiet Reading Club
Need a little quiet time with your current read? Join us for a relaxing morning of coffee, reading, and book-loving companionship.
June 16: Kiss & Tell Romance Book Club
We’ll be discussing Seek the Traitor’s Son by Veronica Roth. Whether you’re a longtime romance reader or just discovering the genre, we’d love to have you join us for an evening of treats and great conversation.
June 18: Third Thursday — Live Well!
Downtown Summerville comes alive for Third Thursday with music, vendors, extended shopping hours, and community fun throughout the district. At Main Street Reads, we’ll be featuring treats, wellness-inspired reads, and 10% off all wellness titles during the event. PLUS…
Author Signing with Candice Morrow
We’re honored to welcome Candice Morrow, author of Not One More Day, for a special Living Well book signing event. Candice’s powerful memoir chronicles her journey from surviving domestic violence to reclaiming her voice, freedom, and future. Join us to meet the author and celebrate a story of resilience, courage, and hope. Learn more HERE
June 21: Happy Father’s Day
We’re celebrating all the dads, granddads, sons, and father figures who inspire us every day. Stop by and find the perfect book for the reader in your life AND we’ll be doing free Blind Date with a Book giveaways all weekend long (while supplies last!)
June 23: Books & Banter Fiction Book Club
This month we’ll discuss The Mountains We Call Home by Kim Michele Richardson. Books & Banter focuses on exceptional contemporary fiction that sparks meaningful conversation. As always, participation is free, and club selections are available at a 10% discount.
Looking Ahead
October: Three Courts. One Unforgettable Release.
Fans of Sarah J. Maas won’t want to miss our Three-Court Celebration for the release of the sixth A Court of Thorns and Roses novel.
With three separate events, themed experiences, exclusive goodies, and release-day excitement, this is shaping up to be one of our biggest fandom celebrations ever.
If you’re planning to attend, don’t wait too long. We’re halfway to sold out! Learn more HERE or go straight to the order pages HERE.