‘A Novel Summer’ author to appear in Rehoboth Beach July 17

Browseabout Books will host Jamie Brenner, author of "A Novel Summer,” for a signing event from 2 to 4 p.m., Wednesday, July 17, at 133 Rehoboth Ave., Rehoboth Beach.

In Brenner’s book, author Shelby Archer found inspiration for her first novel while living on the picturesque shores of Provincetown, Mass., on Cape Cod. When she comes to the town to celebrate her new bestseller, she is expecting a warm homecoming. Instead, she is confronted by the cold shoulders of friends and neighbors who feel exposed and betrayed. Heartbroken, Shelby tries to move on and focus on her next novel, but then an unexpected call comes: Her dear friend who owns the beloved Land's End bookshop needs help for the summer. Shelby reluctantly returns to the cape to manage the store.

Back at the beach, Shelby sets her focus on the tiny seaside shop, getting lost in the shelves of steamy romance novels and dusty classics, and trying to right the wrongs of her past. With every page turned and every customer served, Shelby comes closer to gaining back the trust of those she hurt. But as her manuscript deadline nears, she is again forced to choose between her own success and a second chance at love and belonging.

Brenner is the bestselling author of seven novels, including “The Forever Summer” and “Blush.”