I loved hillenbrands book unbroken, but think this will be a better fit for our group. Kristina at gone pecan, lucy at the reading date, and kristan at we heart ya. There is also plenty of family drama, and it touches on the issue of mental illness. Yet, theyre incredibly meaty and will spark lively book club discussions despite their brevity. Ive been in a lot of book clubs, and i know its not always easy to get a conversation going on a book. I feel like its a book that can start a great conversation at a first book club meeting. Choose one question at a time and toss it out to the group. Here are some questions to get you started in thinking about nonfiction books. Your most recommended books list page 3 general book. Book clubs will love this book because it has lots of discussion worthy topics. The perfect book club is made up of three key things. A sweeping historical novel based on the extraordinary life and times of belle cora, the. Many book clubs turn more into a social hour than an intelligent conversation on books. Join the book club discussion in the year of epic reads facebook group.
It is a good idea to plan on finishing the book a little earlier than you might otherwise so that you have time to think about it and prepare before your book club meets. Aged 11, she lives with two sisters, her distant and eccentric father, and a couple of retainers in. So, of the few books i have actually read this year, the best has been. Aug 08, 2019 book club central, or bcc, will bring a world of information to book lovers, book clubs, libraries, and anyone who wants to increase their enjoyment of reading. Its an excellent companion to her 2015 novel the small backs of. Oct 09, 2015 read the book and stay tuned for our discussion in november. We know that many of you were not able to join us this year in new york, so we want to give you the opportunity to see all of the amazing titles that were presented at the.
Reading group choices is your resource for book recommendations, book club discussion topics, and reading group guides. Why not consider setting aside 30 minutes for social conversation, and then 60 or 90 minutes for book discussion. The invention of wings by sue monk kidd, orphan train by christina baker kline, the goldfinch by donna tartt, the r. I discussed this at length in another post how to choose great book club books over a year ago, but on rereading that post i realize i didnt clearly state one of the most important criteria. Jan 29, 2017 book clubs are often too ambitious with their selections, choosing books that they think they should read, not books they really want to read, and picking books that are very long. Here are our reading groups favorite book club books of 2014 based on our 2014 survey results. Jan 14, 2017 the plot of the book has each member of the club presenting the book that means the most to them in their lives, so book clubs are sure to take note and find some more books to read within the. If youre ready to start a book club, heres 40 of the best book club questions, for fiction.
Jan 26, 2016 im not in a coed book club, but these sound great for any book club. Dec 23, 2014 because i pushed for it a bit ive been holding off on reading this one on the assumption that it would be a good book club choice. Looking for the perfect books for your book club to read in 2015. Formulaic or predictable fluff airplane reads if you will might be entertaining, but are rarely thoughtprovoking or complex enough to promote good, healthy.
This presentation will help you start a reading group and provide you with tips. I love talking books with readers and would be honored to join your discussion via skype. We read the dinner a few months ago, and it might have been our best discussion yet our books club is only a year old. From author interviews and excerpts to recipes and writing tips, the reading group planner is the perfect way to enrich your understanding and enhance your experience of some truly incredible books. Please put your thoughts on the goldfinch book club questions in the comments area below. I dont participate every week, but i join in when i find the prompt interesting. Ive found that the best book club discussion questions are ones that are openended and that get people to share their personal opinions. The plot of the book has each member of the club presenting the book that means the most to them in their lives, so book clubs are sure to take note and find some more books to read.
Find discussion books, contests, and reading lists. Top ten tuesday is a book blogging prompt hosted by the broke and the bookish. A neighbor of mine has asked me if i have any advice on good biographies for her book club. Thank you for selecting missing pieces for your book club discussion.
My current book club group is much more casual, but perhaps too much so. It is a rough book, but a good one for groups that want an honest look at americas. Read the book and stay tuned for our discussion in november. Book club discussion topics it is said that you can pick up any book and be guaranteed that one of the following themes will be present. Sep 09, 2016 many book club members get their books from the library. Finding the right book club book is easy when you follow these helpful tips. Short book club recommendations sarahs bookshelves. Keep the mood of the club in mind when selecting the book. All the light we cannot see by anthony doerr, gone girl by gillian flynn, the help by kathryn stockett, the book thief by. If you want to get lost in discussion in your group. Best book club discussion ive had the pleasure of participating in. One book club with which im intimately acquainted chose barkskins by annie proulx 736 pages, with less than stellar results. This book is truly amazing but the true enjoyment is discussing the thrills and plot twists with a group of people. So now that our book club is underway, what makes a good book club book.
We meet once a month, so enormous 900page tomes are problematic, as are extremely difficult reads. Because i pushed for it a bit ive been holding off on reading this one on the assumption that it would be a good book club choice. A list of classic and current book club favorite reads. Its a fine line to walk but we believe these do so effectively and will add a heartwarming touch to your book club gatherings. Discussion questions you can use with any book morristown. It is a good idea to plan on finishing the book a little earlier than you might otherwise so that you have time. Many book club members get their books from the library. Did you enjoy the goldfinch and would you recommend this book to your friends. Book clubs are often too ambitious with their selections, choosing books that they think they should read, not books they really want to read, and picking books that are very long. If you want to discuss a particular genre, please use the library shelves below. I prefer themed book groups that bring multiple books to the table for each meeting. Book club central will be a repository of resources on book clubs from tools to start and maintain your club to recommendations on books, as well as fun ideas like food pairings for. Its finally fall, and for us that means back to book club. Some favorites, so far jane austen pride and prejudice karin boye kallocain albert camus the stranger agatha christie and then there were noneagatha.
My wife joined a book club this year, which has improved my reading no end. If youve already read fredrik backmans bestseller, here are 8 more uplifting tales of curmudgeons, misfits and the misunderstood to celebrate with your book club this. This weeks topic is books youd want to read with your book club, which is perfect for me, because i have two new book clubs this year. Is the group on a roll and ready to tackle that long thick book youve been talking about for months. Best book club books guaranteed to get people talking. Its perfect for a book club because people will take different things away from it, and. Many book club members also come to the library for help choosing their next book club book. Content includes books from bestselling, midlist and debut authors. Since then, ive thought long and hard and done some pretty serious polling about what makes for the best book club pick. Year, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 20, 2012, 2011, 2010. I tend to think all book club selections should be on the short side to accommodate a variety of reading schedules for book club members. In a quality discussion, readers are deeply engaged. Or, is the team struggling with the last few books youve read.
Black chaulk and one second after this is the first ive heard of this book sound like ones everyone might go for. Book group favorites for the best book club discussion. Great book club picks for fallwinter 2015 at bookexpo america bea, we had a chance to meet some of our readers at the speed dating session that we ran on friday, may 31st. Book club discussions of some of 2015 s best books for book clubs. Book clubs can also be found on goodreads via the groups tab under community. A site dedicated to book lovers providing a forum to discover and share commentary about the books and authors they enjoy.
Here are our readers favorite book club books of 20 based on our 20 survey results. And we are a local book club that posts about our over the top book. It is a fun read with enough substance for book clubs to have a full discussion. Im not in a coed book club, but these sound great for any book club. This oneyear book club reading list includes popular fiction and nonfiction that groups will enjoy reading and discussing. We love to help, so please stop by the reference desk, call, or use the chat feature on our website to ask us for suggestions anytime. A sweeping historical novel based on the extraordinary life and times of belle cora, the daughter of a new york merchant who went on to become a millworker, a prostitute, a notorious madam, a murderess, and eventually one of san franciscos richest and most revered dowagers. This list is a great tool to help fuel your discussion at your next meeting. Which part of the book did you find most interesting, and why. In one of my past book clubs, we literally only read books that included discussion questions at the end of the book because we wanted to be certain wed have a meaningful discussion. If youve already read fredrik backmans bestseller, here are 8 more uplifting tales of curmudgeons, misfits and the misunderstood to celebrate with your book club this holiday season. At the bottom of the page you will also find useful links, all in one place. Here are our reading groups favorite nonfiction books of 2015 based on our 2015 survey results. This list is a great tool to help fuel your discussion at your next.
Listenwhenever necessary, rephrase a members comments or question so that. This months moms book nook selection is by swedish author, fredrik backman. I loved hillenbrands book unbroken, but think this will be a. Home book discussion groups libguides at american library. Thanks for letting me know about our october book not showing on the list shannon, it must have gotten deleted somehow but ive fixed it. The goldfinch book club discussion questions arlenes book club. Here are a dozen fiction and nonfiction recommendations for exactly this type of book books that are rewarding to read and discuss, that feel good without feeling mushy. I discussed this at length in another post how to choose great book club books over a year ago, but on rereading that post i realize i didnt clearly. Book club discussion questions this page gives you a full list of all the books featured on this site, split between fiction and non fiction. Instead of doing literature as a separate subject with the exception of studying shakespeare, our elementary kids have a twicemonthly book club that they love. While many book clubs choose to only read novels and other works of fiction, there. Shes tired of the rude stares, the degrading commentseven the. Select a number of questions, write each on an index card, and distribute.
Get started with the latest edition of our reading group planneran essential resource to help guide your selections. Book club discussions of some of 2015s best books for book clubs. This may seem obvious, but it is the most important step, so it is worth stating. By neil hollands january 27, 2015 0 comments read more. They read the same book, then gather to talk about the characters and. Best book club picks on abebooks shop for books, art. Getting book club discussions started are often the hardest part of the book club meeting. The first two things are easy to accomplish just read anything by. Books for an elementarylevel book club my good friend and neighbordownthestreet hosts a twicemonthly book club for her two elementary students and my two. Each member or a team of 23 takes a card and answers the question. This is the place for all general book discussions.
Every book page contains useful information for your book group. The struggles of the main character are also noteworthy as she struggles to survive and find her true north. Dec 10, 2015 since then, ive thought long and hard and done some pretty serious polling about what makes for the best book club pick. Top ten book club picks for 2015 wrapped up in books. Book club central, or bcc, will bring a world of information to book lovers, book clubs, libraries, and anyone who wants to increase their enjoyment of reading. And we are a local book club that posts about our over the top book club meetings.
What themes seemed, to you, to be a concern the author had in writing the book. Feb 16, 2015 book club books that are perfect for discussion, dissection, and some spirited debate. Every book page contains useful information for your book group including book club questions. But, the books on this list are especially shortaround 300 pages or less. Im thrilled youll be reading along, i love hearing input from people on our instagram account. Whether you belong to a book club or not, this is a great list of book recommendations and books that are fun to discuss. Im thinking something published by a trade press, american or european history, and wellwritten and interesting. Visit our audio book club archive page for a complete list of the more than 75 books weve discussed over the years. These book discussion questions are highly detailed and will ruin plot points, if you have.