MacIntosh Books + Paper recently released its ultimate reading list of the top five books that every lover of Sanibel should read, which capture the heart, history and beauty of the island.
The top picks are:
– “Sanibel Flats” by Randy Wayne White
The iconic Doc Ford thriller that started it all.
– “Gift from the Sea” by Anne Morrow Lindbergh
A timeless meditation on simplicity and the sea.
– “The Living Gulf Coast” by Charles Sobczak
Guide to the wildlife and ecosystems of Sanibel and beyond.
– “Sanybel Light” by Charles LeBuff
A must-read history from a true islander’s perspective.
– “The Orchid Thief” by Susan Orlean
A quirky, fascinating dive into Florida’s wild side.
“They don’t just tell stories — they anchor you to Sanibel,” MacIntosh shared. “They remind us this island is more than a vacation spot. It’s a community, a history and a way of life.”
For more information, visit https://www.macintoshbooks.com/ or call 239-472-1447.
MacIntosh Books + Paper is at 1620 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel.