Jul 11, 2025

Butter Book Club: Summer Reads Worth Sipping On

Whether you’re lounging poolside or posted up in your favorite reading chair, there’s nothing better than a juicy summer book—with a chilled glass of Butter in hand. Welcome to the Butter Book Club, where the stories are addictive and the pours are generous.

Grab your sunnies, call the girls, and crack open the good stuff—books and bottles.

Story of My Life by Lucy Score—Paired with Butter Chardonnay

Genre: Small-town romance with big heart
Enemies-to-lovers? Check. Small-town gossip? Double check. This juicy, funny, feel-good read has all the romance vibes you want in a summer binge.
Butter pairing: Butter Chardonnay—a creamy binge-worthy Chard is always a good idea.

Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros—Paired with Butter Sauv Blanc

Genre: Fantasy romance with dragons and danger
This viral hit is part Hunger Games, part Game of Thrones, and fully impossible to put down. You’ll be fighting sleep to read “just one more chapter.”
Butter pairing: Butter Sauvignon Blanc—crisp, bold, and ready to keep you cool while the story heats up.

Show Don’t Tell by Curtis Sittenfeld—Paired with ButterLight

Genre: Smart, hilarious short fiction
A funny, sharp, and soul-searching collection about marriage, ambition, fame, and friendship. These stories go deep—and take you right along with them. From an artist challenging the “Mike Pence Rule” to a long-awaited reunion with Prep’s iconic Lee Fiora, Sittenfeld’s characters feel like old friends (with new complications).
Butter pairing: ButterLight—an easy-to-love sip that’s creamy, bright, and perfect company after a long day of page-turning.

All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker—Paired with Butter Pinot Noir

Genre: Suspenseful literary fiction
Dark, gripping, and beautifully written. If you’re in the mood for something deeper and a little haunting, this one will stick with you long after the last page.
Butter pairing: Butter Pinot Noir—smooth, balanced, and perfect for a girl living on the edge.

Before We Were Strangers by Renée Carlino—Paired with Butter Cabernet

Genre: Second-chance romance
College sweethearts reconnect years later in NYC. It’s emotional, nostalgic, and will absolutely have you texting your high school crush (don’t do it).
Butter pairing: Butter Cabernet—rich, smooth, and perfect for a cozy night in.

Host a Butter Book Club Night

Pick a book, chill the Butter, and gather the girls. Whether it’s a backyard blanket lounge or a cozy night in, set the scene with good wine, good snacks, and even better conversation. Have everyone bring a bottle or snack inspired by the story—and don’t forget to tag @JaMCellars with your book + Butter pairing this summer!