If you're someone who loves to read (and is also on TikTok), you probably already know about BookTok, the corner of social media where tons of people share book recommendations — and where viral reads are born every day. One of BookTok's latest obsessions is "spicy books," many of them from the romantasy genre, which is having a big moment right now. Book reviewers on TikTok love using things like chili pepper emojis to rate these books by how "spicy" they are (aka how hot the romance is).
To celebrate BookTok, spicy summer reads and all things heat-related, Walmart launched a "Spicy Summer" campaign that includes a limited-edition Spicy Books Hot Sauce set that's packaged to look like a book and includes five Melinda’s hot sauces that range from mild to burning hot. It's paired up with some of the hottest romantasy books of the summer — plus some other staples you can use to read by the pool and look hot and spicy while you do it.
Shop this article: Melinda's Foods, LLC Spicy Books Hot Sauce, "A Court of Thorns and Roses" (Paperback) by Sarah J. Maas, POZA CoTa Global Angel Wings Inflatable Swim Float Ring
So check out our list for everything you need for hot and spicy vibes. Make sure your look, your summer reads and even your food are all on the same level of hotness, thanks to Walmart.
Melinda's Foods, LLC Spicy Books Hot Sauce
This set of five completely custom hot sauces from Melinda's Foods are inspired by spicy summer reads and range from mild to hot, flaming and burning.
"A Court of Thorns and Roses" (Paperback) by Sarah J. Maas
"A Court of Thorns and Roses" is one of those books everyone is talking about. See what all the fuss is about with this paperback from author Sarah J. Maas.
POZA CoTa Global Angel Wings Inflatable Swim Float Ring
Enjoy your spicy book in the pool with this glitter- and confetti-filled floatie with angel wings. It's perfect for when you're not feeling that spicy.
"Iron Flame" (Hardcover) by Rebecca Yarros
In the second book in the "Empyrean" series, Violet is back at Basgiath War College with new knowledge about Dragon Riders that may help her survive another brutal year.
GoFloats Fire Dragon Party Tube Inflatable Raft
Be a Dragon Rider yourself in the pool with this inflatable dragon floatie.
"Just for the Summer" (Paperback) by Abby Jimenez
This New York Times bestseller and "Good Morning America" Book Club Pick is described as a "witty, slow-burn rom-com," perfect for reading on the beach.
Simple Modern 30 fl oz Insulated Stainless Steel Trek Tumbler with Straw Lid
Stay cool while you read something spicy with a 30-ounce tumbler that can keep your favorite beverage ice-cold for hours.
Polaroid Wave Underwater Digital Camera with HD Video Recording
Don't miss any action — this Polaroid camera can take photos or record video, even underwater.
No Boundaries Women's Cat Eye Pink Sunglasses
These vintage-inspired cat-eye sunglasses will help you read in the brightest sun — and look hot and spicy while doing it.
POZA CoTa Global Inflatable Ring Pool Float
Hit the pool in this glitter-filled floating ring to cool off after enjoying all things spicy.
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