12 Genius Beach Read Accessories You Can Buy on Amazon

It’s not summer without a trip to the beach. And if you’re like us, that also means grabbing our favorite books and soaking up some sun on the sand while our minds wander to faraway places.

But just picking out a novel to get lost in isn’t enough—you’ll need to arm yourself with some beach reading accessories, too. We’ve rounded up 11 of the best beach accessories on Amazon to help you stay cool and comfortable as you delve into a story plot this summer.

Shop giant sand proof beach towels, handheld fans, specially-designed beach chairs made for reading, portable chargers for e-readers, and more. Prices are as low as $9, so add the accessories to your shopping cart, pack up those books on your TBR shelf, and head to the beach. (And don’t forget your sunscreen!)

Must-Have Beach Read Accessories at Amazon

• Buywoo Portable Mini Fan With Rechargeable Battery, $9 (was $15)
• Ostrich On Your Back Beach Chair with Face Hole, $90
• Amazon Basics Collapsible Folding Outdoor Utility Wagon, $32 (was $60)
• Superior Essentials Weighted Page Holder, $13
• Bogg Bag, $100
• Rio Beach MyCanopy Personal Chair Sun Shade, $37
• Charmast Portable Charger with Built-in Cables, $20 (was $30)
• Hihoho Waterproof Sandproof Extra Large Beach Mat, $23 (was $30)
• Yunaeduo Large Mesh Beach Bag, $9 (was $10)
• Fmelah Adjustable Hands Free Reading Book Stand, $10

Buywoo Portable Mini Fan With Rechargeable Battery

Enjoying the summer sun doesn’t have to mean sweating and feeling miserable. This mini fan clips right onto your beach chair, umbrella stand, or the handle of your cooler to keep cold air flowing while you kick back and relax. The fan rotates 360 degrees to keep you cool from any angle and has three speeds so you can choose just how much you want to cool down. Plus, it’s battery-operated and runs for up to seven hours on a single charge, so you’ll be able to enjoy a full day at the beach. Shoppers call it “impressive” and say it’s “small but powerful.” At just 5 inches tall, one shopper says it’s even small enough to toss in your purse.

Ostrich On Your Back Beach Chair with Face Hole

If you’re looking to get your tan on while reading, you’ll need a chair that allows you to flip over while flipping the pages. This On Your Back Beach Chair has a built-in padded face hole so you can lie on your stomach with your book on the ground. Arm holes on each side provide easy access to your book, phone, or a cold beverage, too. And when you do want to stay on your back or sit up, you can just pull down the pillow cover to cover the hole. When it’s time to head back home, the chair folds into a backpack for easy transport.

Amazon Basics Collapsible Folding Outdoor Utility Wagon

Hauling books—and all these fun accessories—can be a struggle if you’re just using a beach tote. This collapsible utility wagon can hold a cooler, beach towels, drinks, and, of course, books. Shoppers say it easily makes its way through sand, and they especially love the cup holders and side pockets for snacks, beverages, and other essentials. Even if you aren’t headed to the beach, some shoppers use the wagon to tote their dogs around, bring groceries into the house, and for transporting tools while gardening.

Superior Essentials Weighted Page Holder

A cool breeze can be a welcome addition to a beach day, but it can also make reading a pretty big hassle. This rubber placeholder has weighted ends to keep pages in place while your book is on the ground. A nonslip coating ensures it won’t slide around, even if your book is propped on an angle. Shoppers say it’s great for reading outside on a windy day and is also helpful for alleviating wrist pain that comes from holding a book for too long. A fun bonus: Many shoppers also use it in the kitchen to keep cookbooks open.

Keep scrolling to shop more of our favorite clever finds to upgrade your beach-reading experience this summer. 

Bogg Bag

Rio Beach MyCanopy Personal Chair Sun Shade

Charmast Portable Charger with Built-in Cables

Hihoho Waterproof Sandproof Extra Large Beach Mat

Yunaeduo Large Mesh Beach Bag

Fmelah Adjustable Hands Free Reading Book Stand

Bo Toys Portable Beach Mat Lounge Chair and Tote

Ballast Beach Pillow