Waterfront Living: Inspired Coastal Homes & Small Town Lifestyles by Erin Austen Abbott is a 2026 non-fiction book that explores life in small, waterside communities across the U.S., featuring photography and interviews with residents who have moved to or returned to these areas for a slower pace. It serves as both a visual guide with stunning photos and a practical handbook, offering advice on integrating into small towns, designing waterfront homes, and finding creative inspiration near rivers, lakes, and coasts. The book includes an appendix with town recommendations for specific activities like sailing, crabbing, and biking.