Good bookdiscussion books present the authors view of an important truth and sometimes send a message to the reader. Dec 20, 2019 lets start off 2020 right with a selection of the best book club books. Whether youre the kind of person who loves to hold a hard copy of their favorite reads in their hands, an ereader type so you. It may, however, need a second readthrough once you are finished. The books which claim to be for these two tasks arent going to get you through. These 29 titles are the best book club books ranging from nonfiction to chicklit. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Nonlibrarians are welcome to join the group as well, to comment or request changes to book records. While you occasionally want to read the hot new bestseller with your book club, the truth is that a lot people. Anthony doerr goodreads author shelved 5237 times as book club avg rating 4.
Because while the movies are good the books are always better. A good bookdiscussion book often stays in the readers mind long after the book is finished and the discussion is over. This list of book club books has nonfiction, chicklit, young adult and middle grade titles, history books and parenting books. The reason for god would be good for a christian book club that wants to talk directly about issues in faith rather than getting at issues through stories. Addressing spirits by carla foft would be a good choice for a book club.
These questions are meant to be used with works of fiction. Some of these were published in late 2019, while some arent released yet, so theyre split into sections by publication date. Dec 14, 2017 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. 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. Home repair by liz rosenberg and open house by elizabeth berg were tops for my book club group. A novel by martha hall kelly random house publishing group. Best book club books guaranteed to get people talking readers. One of my favorite part of discussing books is finding out which parts of the book stuck out to other people, especially in terms of. A book discussion group is a forum where readers can come together and talk about books and the reading experience.
Choose the questions that you think are most appropriate to your group and the book youve read, and feel free to modify them any way you need to. Mar 27, 2020 theres just nothing more relaxing than cozying up with a good book. If you get to pick the book, here are some recommendations for engaging books that are likely to promote discussion. You can use these for a starting point on your book discussion and fill in with specific questions that pertain to the book. Start reading good newspapers, start reading editorials, subscribe to good magazi. These great reads are perfect for sparking discussion, spirited debate, and lively conversation over wine, obviously. The best book club books that will encourage discussion in your book cluband theyre all available in paperback for easy access for your members. The all good books discussion group will meet on thursday, august 16, 2018 at 7 pm in the community of christ church library to discuss lilac girls. Lets start off 2020 right with a selection of the best book club books. Feb 16, 2015 book club books that are perfect for discussion, dissection, and some spirited debate. Is your book club ready to try something different after another round of literary fiction. Its an exceptional list of books that will generate a fantastic chat session. Whats more important for good book club books is discussabilityare there topics in.
All the light we cannot see by anthony doerr, gone girl by gillian flynn, the help by kathryn stockett, the book thief by mar. Branch out with one of these mystery and suspense picks for your next book club meeting. Coatess debut novel mixes magical realism with historical fiction as it tells the story of hiram walker. Oprah, mark zuckerberg, your neighbor in the apartment next door. Mar 25, 2015 lastly, the book the circle by dave eggers was not well received in our book club, but there was a really good discussion about the book and technology and this book would come up in subsequent gatherings, which meant that it really did stick with many members. Take a look at the most searched books on litlovers. A list of classic and current book club favorite reads. 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. Reading group choices is your resource for book recommendations, book club discussion topics, and reading group guides.
Good book discussion books present the authors view of an important truth and sometimes send a message to the reader. Some of these are the best book club books from my own book clubs over the years and others are ones i wish my book club had read. Read it forward readers told us these are the absolute best book club picksdiscussion and debate guaranteed. We realized we all like books that make us laugh and cry. Roger, a seemingly bland divorced middleaged guy, and bethany, a cynical goth girl in her early 20s, are. We read and discuss fiction, nonfiction, short stories, and poetry and host live chats and interviews with leading authors. The best mystery and suspense for your reading group bookpage. Obrehts portrayal of a southeast europe corrupted by war yet inspired by legends and fairy tales is both touching and deeply important. These groups can be organized in a variety of ways. You want to pick a discussionworthy book, so we decided to make it.
Home book discussion groups libguides at american library. Best for book clubs best books to read for a great book club discussion. Laurie colwin is up soon, and so is the guernsey literary potato pie book. Jun 16, 2015 they might not always be happy books but the journey is uplifting and worthwhile. Nov 06, 20 because while the movies are good the books are always better. A place where all goodreads members can work together to improve the goodreads book catalog.
These books can be read more than once, and each time the reader learns something new. Jan 14, 2020 the reason for god is a nonfiction book that addresses the most common objections to christianity and presents a case for the rationality of christianity. A book discussion club is a group of people who meet to discuss a book or books that they have read and express their opinions, likes, dislikes, etc. Check out bookbrowses discussion of the book in addition to your own. Our 23 hour meetings are primarily a social gathering with a mere 10 minute discussion. Read up on some older recommendations for bonus ideas. My current book club group is much more casual, but perhaps too much so. The best book club picks including fiction, nonfiction, memoir.
The 10 titles book clubs are buzzing about in 2017. Whether youre the kind of person who loves to hold a hard copy of their favorite. Mar 20, 2012 20 unexpected books for your reading group posted by eliza on march 20, 2012 reading for your book club and socializing with your group members is a lot of fun, but sometimes it can be tricky to find a book that no one has read yet and everyone will enjoy. Looking for book club suggestions for your book group.
Tired of reading the same titles as every other book club in town. Suggest books that your group has read that led to a lively discussion, whether people loved or hated them. It is more often called simply a book club, a term that is also used to describe a book sales club, which can cause confusion. I mean, besides the wine and cheese, the real purpose of the meeting is to talk about the fantastic book you read. Whether you belong to a book club or not, this is a great list of book recommendations and books that are fun to discuss. Dec 03, 2019 if you need a new book to add to your reading list, look no further than this roundup of the best books that came out this year. I would add whered you go bernadette, like the other members suggested. Popular book club books showing 150 of 82,956 all the light we cannot see hardcover by. Book club names best book club books book club food book club reads good books book club questions fun questions to ask this or that questions forever book if youd like to have a successful book club, youre going to need some discussion about the book to go along with the wine consumed.
The church is located at 7842 mission road in prairie village, kansas. In my book club we have read four of the books mentioned. Select a number of questions, write each on an index card, and distribute. Issues, characters andor moral dilemmas worthy of group discussion. Another book that probably had the longest discussion from our group was manson. This sparked so much discussion of so many topics, including saramago. And even if frankies struggles with the good ol boys at her elite prep school arent directly applicable for all readers, the idea of finding oneself transcends the. Choose one question at a time and toss it out to the group. Plenty of whimsy and goodhearted cheer will have book clubs rooting for this lovable couple who might not have all the answers in life but who are willing to give it a try as long as they have each other. Its not about trying to make sure everyone will like the book. This list of book club recommendations for christian book clubs includes books from each of these categories. 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. The titles in this weeks list will get the conversation jumping again. Our lists of book club favorites curious about what other book clubs are interested in.
We try to provide as many as we can an in a timely manner on our discussion questions page, but most of the time discussion questions arent even available for books until it comes out in paperback. Natalia has returned to her roots in balkan country to lend a hand at an. Author john maxwell in good leaders adapts this format to great, daytoday leadership by emphasizing the effective use of questions for. You want to pick a discussionworthy book, so we decided to make it easy and compile this list for you. Online shopping for book club picks from a great selection at books store. If youve been struggling to find some good questions, we have ideas for that too. Frankly there is no book for gd and pi preparation. A good book discussion book often stays in the readers mind long after the book is finished and the discussion is over. I have sometimes suggested books ive already read that i know would make good discussion books but usually they are books i havent read.
H ow to encourage a lively discussion at a book club meeting can be a challenge. The life and times of charles manson by jeff guinn not a typical book to pick and some gruesome details, but there was a lot to discuss. Yet, theyre incredibly meaty and will spark lively book club discussions despite their brevity. The best mystery and suspense for your reading group. Discover book depositorys selection of the best books online for every book club. If you love being healthy kelly palmer has some really great idea.
Discussion questions for lilac girls all good books blog. They might not always be happy books but the journey is uplifting and worthwhile. Which is the best book for group discussions gd and. The good book club is an episcopal churchwide initiative. Over wine, of course the girl on the train by paula hawkins. Complaints about a lack of excitement in the books any particular book group chooses are common.
Book club picks for kids best movies, books, apps, games. Whether in person or online, theyre the perfect place to read great books with great book nerds, and dive deep. Universal book discussion questions carroll county. We are bookish we believe in the power of reading, the importance of literacy, and the fact that books should be as inclusive and diverse as readers are. With discussionworthy content, stimulating nonfiction and great reads from the last few years, you wont have to debate what new book club books to read next. I look at the book description and check to see if there are discussion questions available from the publisher or to help me decide. So whether youre in a book club now, want to be, or just really love reading and talking about books to anyone, i have suggestions on your. If you need a new book to add to your reading list, look no further than this roundup of the best books that came out this year.
Christian book clubs can choose to read nonfiction christian books, christian fiction or popular books that can be considered from a christian perspective. The books on our list were screened with these criteria in mind. But, the books on this list are especially shortaround 300 pages or less. Weve been spoiled with amazing reads lately, so if youre in the. Pauls letter to the romans during the epiphany season. The book asks big questions about how women define their place in the world, without forcing solutions on the reader, which is perfect to kick off a book club discussion. Theres just nothing more relaxing than cozying up with a good book. Following a successful and wellreceived good book club during lent and easter, plans are being finalized for the next good book club journey the reading of st.
Need a little inspiration for your book clubs next read. Sep 14, 2015 the rebel in her will appeal to many readers and florences ongoing struggles with family, the one piece in her life she struggles to manage, will offer rich topics for discussion. All the light we cannot see by anthony doerr, gone. Each member or a team of 23 takes a card and answers the question. Short book club recommendations sarahs bookshelves. Updated 452020 new books to watch brand new releases previous lists of our new books to watch. Aug 08, 2019 a book discussion group is a forum where readers can come together and talk about books and the reading experience. Mar 23, 2016 the book asks big questions about how women define their place in the world, without forcing solutions on the reader, which is perfect to kick off a book club discussion. In this list, were showcasing two of the best books from each year all titles that book clubs loved. Find discussion books, contests, and reading lists. This sparked so much discussion of so many topics, including saramagos style of writing, government response to disaster, and even a comparison to. From inspiring true stories to awardwinning classics, these mustread books are loved by kids as well as adults.
1627 323 1449 707 1589 1366 1172 1480 12 508 671 1165 664 252 1288 1276 124 75 11 886 774 874 329 608 118 219 895 428 236 691 724 625 378 462 919