Keeping that in mind, here are some suggestions for book club books. Lets start off 2020 right with a selection of the best book club books. Some of these were published in late 2019, while some arent released yet, so theyre split into sections by publication date. Our lists of book club favorites curious about what other book clubs are interested in. With sarahs club, selections alternate between fiction and nonfiction, doing one book per month.
I would imagine a good book club discussion of it would probably venture into very personal territory though, so it might be better for book clubs with friends who know each other rather than strangers. The immortal life of henrietta lacks by rebecca skloot infidel by ayaan hirsi ali. 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. Anyone whos in a book club knows the challenge of choosing what to read. Whether theyre wielding political power, magic, swords, k.
Oprah, mark zuckerberg, your neighbor in the apartment next door. Signe pikes main character, languoreth, is based on a reallife queen of strathclydea kingdom that once existed where currentday scotland is circa the dark agesher love affairs, and the fight for keeping the. Or something you could use for a kidfriendly book club choice. How to host a virtual book club social distancing parties. The cuckoos calling by robert galbraith, still life by louise penny, the dry by jane harper, magpie murders by antho. Book club for kids discussion questions, reading guide. Should you opt for the true story of a valiant trek across the pacific northwest, or the underrated, lesserknown classic. Our book club started to use zoom last month for our discussion and it was so successful we know hav. Complaints about a lack of excitement in the books any particular book group chooses are common.
Other popular selections prove as varied as the groups reading them and. Book club discussion questions october 20, 2015 by sheila 7 comments while its always helpful if you can find reading guides for the precise title your book club is. The best book club picks including fiction, nonfiction, memoir. From bookthemed activities to printable discussion questions to interviews with the authors, youll find plenty of inspiration for a. Of course, there will be many more to add to the list but this will get you started. Should you ignore your 400page limit for the sake of discussing the goldfinch. From inspiring true stories to awardwinning classics, these mustread books are loved by. If you make a purchase using the links included, we may earn commission. If you are looking to avoid the awkwardness when the inevitable moment arrives, ive got you covered. The following list includes ten triedandtrue book club picks. Here are 29 book club suggestions that i think most people will enjoy reading, ones that will spark interesting discussions, and ones that youll feel good about having forced other people to read. If you enjoy meeting new people, exchanging ideas, expanding your literary knowledge, and sampling gourmet cuisine, msoes great books dinner and discussion series is an adventure you must experience.
If you get to pick the book, here are some recommendations for engaging books that are likely to promote discussion. Were making it easy this year by rounding up the best book club books 2019 has to offer. Finding the right book club book is easy when you follow these helpful tips. If youve been struggling to find some good questions, we have ideas for that too. Daphne never thought her mothers high school yearbook would come back to haunt her, but in good riddance, she learns the true power of the. 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. Whats more important for good book club books is discussabilityare there topics in. Stay in the loop with reading group choices, get notified about the release of our print editions, and receive handy materials from our publishing partners. Book club picks for kids best movies, books, apps, games. Whatever your book clubs reading preferences historical fiction, heartfelt family sagas, thoughtprovoking teen novels, and more this list has a book that is sure to please. Keep the mood of the club in mind when selecting the book. Book group favorites for the best book club discussion. I also discovered hoopla which is connected to my library system.
And if you need book club suggestions, this list is sure to fit the bill with options that everyone will love. Thats why i put together a big article detailing new books that will be a great fit for book clubs. Check out all these discussion worthy book club books perfect for your next book club night. Welcome to brightlys book club for kids, where we encourage young readers to discover great books, share new stories, explore important topics, and have some bookish fun. A good way to get the proper mindset for this is to make sure you have a few good books handy. There is scandal, murder, love, and intrigueyoull have a hard time putting it down. For reading group month, these novels will spark great. Book group favorites for the best book club discussion reading. Shop online for our annual print editions, which include book overviews, suggested discussion topics and discussion questions for all our annual books.
Our book club consisted of military wives all stationed overseas. Books that will stimulate a good discussion may contain. Is the group on a roll and ready to tackle that long thick book youve been talking about for months. My mustread book club picks for 2020 features a diverse list of handpicked stories that are perfect for you and your book club. The beloved novel where the crawdads sing was this years top book club pick among goodreads members worldwide, while readers keep talking about both of margaret atwoods books about the dystopian regime of gilead. Looking for a book to jumpstart discussion with your tweens and teens. The best book club books that will encourage discussion in your book cluband. Shes author of over twenty books, including good in bed, in her shoes and the next best thing. Ideally, something that isnt too long, too esoteric or too dense, a book with enough of a plot to generate good. Best book club books guaranteed to get people talking readers. 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. But if youre short on good books to read, dont worry, weve got you covered. I have two cardinal rules in selecting the best book club books.
In mondays book club 101 post, we talked about how a fabulous book club discussion starts with the right bookand it takes more than a great book to make a great book club novel to gather this list of 40 book club favorites, i polled you on the mmd facebook page, asked you on twitter, and combed through your suggestions here. I have been a part of one or more book clubs for over 20 years, and i have learned a few things about what makes a book club successful and how to get your book club talking. All the light we cannot see by anthony doerr, gone. Before we were yours by lisa wingate, little fires everywhere by celeste ng, eleanor oliphant is completely fine by gail. This book club recommendations list contains books that have wide appeal and would provide compelling discussions for your book club. These reading suggestions are all sure to break up your daytoday routine by providing a mental rest.
Theyve discussed the beautiful bureaucrat, to kill a mockingbird, the lifechanging magic of tidying up and much more. A book s total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. Partake in a lively discussion, or simply sit back, observe and enjoy the haunting atmosphere of msoes beautiful alumni partnership center. Theyve discussed the beautiful bureaucrat, to kill a mockingbird, the lifechanging magic of tidying up and much more i chose books that i thought would make enjoyable reading for both sexes and would spark lively, interesting, sometimes heated discussion. Have each member bring questions or topics for discussion to each meeting. Then look no further this list is full of great titles to talk about. From pulitzer prizewinning novels to contemporary memoirs, these.
American dirt, dear edward, the nickel boys, the family upstairs, and the testaments. Need a little inspiration for your book clubs next read. Online shopping for book club picks from a great selection at books store. The titles in this weeks list will get the conversation jumping again. Selecting a book club book can seem as harrowing as the plot of a pageturner. Some of my favorite book club books that arent on your list. This handy list covers several new releases in 2019 so your book club can begin to map out your next reads. My mustread book club picks for 2019 book club chat. Signe pikes main character, languoreth, is based on a reallife queen of strathclydea kingdom that once existed where currentday. Share 8 best book club books ive read so far this year. Take a look at the most searched books on litlovers. Read up on some older recommendations for bonus ideas.