Enthralling and peaceful color images explore beaches in the U.S. and around the world

In this sequel to her popular book My Heart Rocks, photographer Amy Dykens invites readers on a picturesque journey to explore 135 of her favorite beaches in the U.S. and around the world. This book serves as a visual celebration of the beauty of the natural world, filled with enthralling images and words of introspection and gratitude. 

Key features of the book include:

• Over 135 stunning images that capture the beauty and wonder of beaches across the globe
  
• Words of introspection and gratitude that invite readers to rediscover the magic of the natural world
  
• A celebration of color, light, and absolute bliss through the lens of beach stones, bottle-green waves, shells, seaweed, and unique "over-underwater" photos
  
• A virtual vacation to beaches in various locations, including the Caribbean, Cape Cod, Canada, and the west coast of France
  
• Content that is suitable for anyone who loves the beach, from those with a favorite seashore to those with a bucket list of beaches to explore
  
  With its rich imagery and reflective prose, Beaches is a book that inspires readers to appreciate the beauty of the world around them and to cherish the moments spent in nature.

Photographer Amy M. Dykens sees and captures the world in ways that surprise and delight others. She has a degree in art from Smith College and is a successful beach, wedding, and portrait photographer on Cape Cod, where she lives with her two sons.