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]]>Purpose and Theme
The first step to success is understanding your goal. Do you want to explore a specific genre, like mystery, historical fiction, or science fiction? Or is your goal to dive into non-fiction works on various topics? Deciding on a clear focus or theme will help attract members who share similar interests.
Set Up a Regular Meeting Schedule
Consistency is key to keeping your book club active and engaged. Decide on a regular meeting time, such as the first Tuesday of every month, and stick to it. This helps members plan ahead and will increase attendance.
Facilitate Engaging Discussions
The heart of any book club is its discussions. Prepare discussion questions in advance to guide the conversation. Encourage every member to share their thoughts and listen actively to others. And don’t shy away from different options and friendly debates. It’s a great way to gain deeper insights and create more enriching conversations.
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It’s likely you already have a list of books you want to read, so start from there when picking your suggestions. There are probably books you’re dying to read that the other book club members will embrace with open arms.
Consider Reviews
Don’t judge the book by its cover but by its online reviews. Pay attention to reviews shared by other book lovers to make sure you’re making a good selection.
Length & Complexity
If the book you want to suggest is too long and complex, consider reading it in your own time because it won’t necessarily fit the group’s reading pace and preferences.
Availability Comes First
There’s no point in suggesting a book that book club members can’t find with ease. Make sure that it’s available at local libraries, bookstores, or in e-book format, depending on your reading preferences and budget.
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]]>Night Of The Living Rez
This dark humor book by Morgan Talty tells the story of a group of people living on the Maine Penobscot reservation. While navigating serious topics such as family tragedy and poverty, this novel also explores themes of perseverance and love.
The Heartbeat Of Wounded Knee
This intriguing tale by David Treuer is filled with historical events and memoirs, describing how American Indians first came into contact with settlers. Furthermore, this story shows hardships such as land seizures and forced assimilation contributed to Native American people’s will to survive.
Code Talker
Written by Joseph Bruchac, this young adult novel will resonate with any history and war buff. This is a tale based on the miraculous work of the Navajo code talkers, who carried messages in their native language for US troops during World War II. It was this bravery that contributed to victory in the devastating war that affected the world.
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]]>“Transcendent Kingdom” by Yaa Gyasi
Written by the award-winning author of Homegoing, this book tells the story of a Ghanaian immigrant family and their life in modern America. Yaa Gyasi is one of the most gifted authors writing today, which is why her book is already getting a lot of attention this fall.
“Fifty Words for Rain” by Asha Lemmie
After her mother abandons her, a girl called Nori is left to live a solitary life in her grandparents’ attic but is finally given a chance for a better life when her half brother appears. 25-year-old Asha Lemmie wrote an intriguing debut novel about this girl’s struggle to find her way in the post–World War II Japan.
“The Return” by Nicholas Sparks
If you loved The Notebook, Message in a Bottle, or A Walk to Remember, written by the acclaimed author Nicholas Sparks, you already know that we’re in for a treat this fall. His newest book is the story of an injured Navy doctor who comes home from Afghanistan and meets two mysterious women.
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]]>Oprah’s Book Club
Oprah’s Book Club needs no special introduction since she basically started this trend. She put many books on the map and helped them become bestsellers while hosting The Oprah Winfrey Show. Her book club lives on through social media and talk show on Apple TV+.
Reese’s Book Club
The Oscar-winning actress Reese Witherspoon curates a book club with her production company Hello Sunshine. She tries to choose books that feature a woman at the center of the story, and the list of previous picks includes Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng and Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid.
Belletrist by Emma Roberts
Emma Roberts is also a huge bookworm, and she started her own club with best friend and producer Karah Preisss. They usually pick a new book— mostly written by female authors—every month, and often do live interviews with authors.
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]]>Cooking Competition
Organize a cook-off with your friends over Zoom where you pick four ingredients from your pantry. The winner is based on presentation and creativity because obviously you can’t taste each other’s creations.
Exercise Sessions
If you miss your workout buddy, there’s no better way to still get an exercise session than doing it through FaceTime. Of course, you can workout together through Instagram Live or Zoom with an instructor if this is more your speed.
Group Crossword Puzzle
Set up a morning routine where you and your friends do the New York Times crossword puzzle through video chat.
Netflix Party
Netflix Party is one of the best things to come from the coronavirus! You can still have your movie night and yell at the screen while holding a big bowl of popcorn, just like you normally would do.
Start a Book Club
Take a break from Netflix and dive into a great book. You can start a virtual book club online which helps you stay social and you’ll get excited about reading. Don’t forget to pour a glass of wine for your meetups!
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If you’re thinking of starting a book club with people you already know, keep in mind not everyone will be interested in the idea. They might, however, know someone who’s a fellow book lover and enjoys great discussions, so it’s good to consider opening your book club to new people.
Accessible Pick
It’s really important to pick a book club read that all the members are interested in, but that’s not the only trait the book you pick should possess. With so many libraries closed down, you should go with the book that all the members already have, can easily order online or buy in digital format if they prefer it.
Great Discussion
No book club works without a great discussion, but it can be more difficult to pull one off in a virtual space. Avoid technical difficulties by agreeing upon the app you’re going to use, having a test call before the actual discussion, and having a good system in place so you wouldn’t be talking over each other.
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]]>Isabel Allende – A Long Petal of the Sea
Isabel Allende is a master of realism. In her newest book, A Long Petal of the Sea, she writes about a couple who are forced out of Barcelona to flee the Spanish Civil War. The couple then finds themselves in danger under the Pinochet dictatorship. The book is about refugees, war, and love.
Miranda Popkey – Topics of Conversation
Miranda Popkey’s first novel is about conversations with people in the life of the narrator. All of these people are a little eccentric but the author writes in a reflective way. The conversations are about relationships, motherhood, substance abuse, and privilege. It is the exploration of life as a woman in the modern world.
Kate Elizabeth Russell – My Dark Vanessa
This is Kate Elizabeth Russell’s debut novel. My Dark Vanessa is a contemporary take on Lolita told from the perspective of Vanessa Wye, who talks about her memories of an abusive relationship with a high school teacher 27 years her senior. Seventeen years after their relationship ends, a journalist reaches out to Vanessa to tell her about a former classmate who had publicly accused the same teacher of sexual abuse and Vanessa’s life begins to unravel.
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Joining a book club is one of the best ways to discover new books that you’ll actually read. Being a part of a larger group comes with extra pressure to finish the book on time, so you won’t postpone reading over and over again.
Better Understanding
Having an open discussion about any book will help you gain a better appreciation of the work you read. It’s always interesting to see if other members of the club noticed some things you missed and if they have a different interpretation of certain aspects of the book.
Social Aspect
Being a part of the book club is a perfect excuse for socialization, and it will provide you with an opportunity to meet a bunch of new people. You’ll discover you have a lot in common with some of them, and they may end up becoming a part of your inner social circle.
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]]>If you’re among those who enjoy a good romance story, these are the books you should be reading this winter. Share the fun with friends so you can meet up and discuss your favorite reads!
How to Fall in Love with Anyone: A Memoir in Essays by Mandy Len Catron
“An insightful, charming, and absolutely fascinating memoir from the author of the popular New York Times essay, To Fall in Love with Anyone, Do This, (one of the top five most popular New York Times pieces of 2015) explores the romantic myths we create and explains how they limit our ability to achieve and sustain intimacy.”
Wedding Toasts I’ll Never Give by Ada Calhoun
“We hear plenty about whether or not to get married, but much less about what it takes to stay married. Clichés around marriage—eternal bliss, domestic harmony, soul mates—leave out the real stuff. After marriage, you may still want to sleep with other people. Sometimes your partner will bore the hell out of you. And when stuck paying for your spouse’s mistakes, you might miss being single.”
Emergency Contact by Mary H.K. Choi
“For Penny Lee high school was a total non-event. Her friends were okay, her grades were fine, and while she somehow managed to land a boyfriend, he doesn’t actually know anything about her. When Penny heads to college in Austin, Texas, to learn how to become a writer, it’s seventy-nine miles and a zillion light years away from everything she can’t wait to leave behind.”
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