Short book club recommendations

This book of short stories is insanely inventive, is sometimes a bit disturbing, and will give your book club so much to talk about you may never go home. Short book club recommendations sarahs bookshelves. I have two cardinal rules in selecting the best book club books. Its perfect for a book club because people will take different things away from it, and im sure that will. These awesome stories are full of mystery, romance, and thrills, and youll love chatting about them. 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. Here, weve rounded up the best oprahs book club books, for those of you looking to take a recommendation from o herself. The cuckoos calling by robert galbraith, still life by louise penny, magpie murders by anthony horowitz, the sweetne. If youve been struggling to find some good questions, we have ideas for that too. The new york times describes the sense of an ending as a short book, but not a slight one, which actually characterizes all these books. Jan 29, 2009 need a little inspiration for your book club s next read. Luckily for you and your club, ive compiled a list of 12 exciting books that all of you must read. Want great book recommendations in your inbox every week.

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. When, in 2007, she becomes terminally ill, they begin a book club of two and their shared passion becomes a. 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 next pick. Book club recommendationsbook club listbook club foodbook. 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.

The best short books youll ever read readers digest. Jan 16, 2018 the most popular post on books on the table in 2017 was 8 short novels your book club will actually finish, which was viewed and shared approximately one gazillion times more than any other post. Nonfiction books that are perfect for your book club the real world is chockfull of great stories that are perfect for discussion with your book club. Nprs book concierge is your guide to 2018s best reads. If youve got someone in your book club that just has too much going on to follow a fulllength novel, check out this collection of twentytwo easily digestible short stories by elizabeth crane. Weve rounded up a list of 25 great short book club books that are perfect for discussion groups and hitting your reading goals. Whether youre picking your book club suggestions as a group or looking for the best book club books to choose from for an individual choice, these 29 options will have you covered. A collection of short stories told through the eyes of children living in africa, this 2009 book club choice is both distressing and masterful. The stories in turf are quirky, quickwitted, and at points unsettling, but always entertaining. An absolutely gripping crime thriller with nailbiting suspense a detective jo fournier novel book 1. This book is deeply romantic, but to call it only a romance would be to sell it far too short. 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. Read it forward readers told us theyre stories that have some real meat to itones that deal with issues ripe for discussion and that can be interpreted in multiple ways.

Grab some friends, choose a book, and get started on your book club today. We love this standalone by the brilliant author of the shatter me series. Its also very short, so its an easy start to a book group. 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. The book is available now on apple books in both e book and audiobook formats. What starts as an interesting concepttwo bullied gradeschool friends, one wanting to hone her supernatural powers and the other on. The next category for the 2018 reading challenge is a book you can read in a day. Yet, theyre incredibly meaty and willspark lively book club discussions despite their brevity. Dec 20, 2019 lets start off 2020 right with a selection of the best book club books. Schwalbes mother, mary anne, is a woman who loves books. A list of classic and current book club favorite reads. Some of these were published in late 2019, while some arent released yet, so theyre split into sections by publication date.

Read an exclusive excerpt from elizabeth strouts olive, again. 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. Heres a complete list of every book recommended over the years, from an american marriage to wild. Jun 16, 2015 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. These contemporary stories are a fantastic place to start. It is the story of a circus veterinarian during the great depression who falls in love with a performer and her elephant. Now that youve had some time to recover from all those champagne wishes and caviar dreams, its time to get down to business. Ten short books that will spark lively book club discussion. Freshman year of college, my friend started a book club. More often than not, book clubs tend to skew toward fiction in their selections, but there is a rich and incredibly entertaining world lingering on those nonfiction shelves. Oprahs book club has highlighted the best books to read since 1996.

Any book can be a book club book, even if there isnt a readers guide in the back. Jan 06, 2016 unless your group is dedicated to science fiction, the genre often gets short shrift when it comes to book club picks. The secret life of bees by sue monk kidd, to be taught, if fortunate by becky chambers, lila by marilynne robinson, the. 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. As the coronavirus leads to worldwide isolation, these stories can do more than help to fill the time. The sense of an ending by julian barnes 163 pages winner of the 2011 man booker prize, this novel is much more accessible and plotdriven than the typical booker prize novel. Lets start off 2020 right with a selection of the best book club books. I havent read jenny colgan yet but i do have her the bookshop on the corner sitting in my toread folder on my kindle. This could be a long book, or a very short book, depending on your reading speed and what title you choose. The house on mango street by sandra cisnerosthis modern classic, about a latina girl growing up in chicago, has been translated and taught all over. Remedy that with another exemplary debut novel, this time from the editorinchief of io9.

Suggestions for being a good listener and participant are also included to encourage children to talk about what they are reading. Sep 14, 2015 after all, laughter is the best prescription. But if youre short on good books to read, dont worry, weve got you covered. Our book club is not usually in the business of contradicting oprah, but this outrageously popular book split us into two factions lifechanging adoration and intense hatred making for an animated and memorable discussion. And if you need book club suggestions, this list is sure to fit the bill with options that everyone will love. Thus we are here to offer you the best book club recommendations books that everyone will enjoy reading. From chicklit to historical fiction to nonfiction that reads like a novel, theres a book here for every book club. Reading group choices book club recommendations featured books. The best short books great novels under 250 pages pan macmillan. Oprahs book club list all 83 books oprah has recommended. Selecting a book club book can seem as harrowing as the plot of a pageturner. 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. Need a little inspiration for your book club s next read. Now, with her new partnership with apple, oprahs book club is experiencing a new chapter, which began with the selection of tanehisi coates the water dancer, and continued with olive, again.

The titles in this weeks list will get the conversation jumping again. Im a bookworm, and book club is one of the highlights of my month. Whether you belong to a book club or not, this is a great list of book recommendations and books that are fun to discuss. If you make a purchase using the links included, we may earn commission. But, the books on this list are especially short around 300 pages or less. Enter to win our favorite new reads, bookish goodies, and so much more. When shes not watching melodramatic television or reading magical realism, shes reading memoir, watching the great british bake off, or eating her way around new york. A years worth of perfect picks for your book club barnes. Its a short, quick read which means its easy for everyone to finish, and the straightforward plot is simple.

Find discussion books, contests, and reading lists. This years edition of the concierge is dedicated to the memory of longtime npr book critic alan cheuse produced by nicole cohen, rose friedman, petra mayer and beth novey designed by annette elizabeth allen, david eads, becky lettenberger and wes lindamood published dec. Picking your book club books for the year can be a daunting decision. Short book club recommendations 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. Water for elephants by sara gruen has been a book club favorite since its release in 2006. Read up on some older recommendations for bonus ideas. Short book club recommendations are 300 pages or less, yet will still spark lively book club discussion. Including tales that range from a group of geniuses. If your book club loved thrilling suspense stories like gillian flynn s gone girl, this will be the first title your club should be reading this year. Use our tags to filter books and find the perfect read for yourself or someone you love. Popular mystery book club books share book recommendations. Should you ignore your 400page limit for the sake of discussing the goldfinch.

The best part of reading in a group is getting to dissect the book with other smart people after youre done reading. This ones proving to be popular not only due to the popularity of the author, but also because its a story about women in a book club. Its a fine line to walk but we believe these do so effectively and will add a heartwarming touch to your book club gatherings. Jan 30, 2020 since 1996, oprahs book club has included meticulously selected books that often become bestsellers.

Yet, theyre incredibly meaty and will spark lively book club discussions despite their brevity. If your book club is in search for a historicalfiction novel to sink your snowshoes into this winter, then look. Dig into these excellent short books, all under 250 pages. If youd like to, please share your own recommendations by posting at the bottom. We read only fun books that make our members rediscover their love of reading. But, the books on this list are especially shortaround 300 pages or less. There is nothing better than discussing good books with your friends. This highly anticipated collection has lived up to its. The takeaway from this is that i shouldnt bother to write about any other book related topics but should stick to lists of short book club books. The best books from oprahs book club 2020 best products.

I started and ran a book club a few years ago and know that the best books. From book themed activities to printable discussion questions to interviews with the authors, youll find plenty of inspiration for a great conversation. As humans, our short term memory is not all that good, but our spatial memory is awesome. Selecting each months book requires walking a fine line between art and science, preplanning and sheer luck. Since there are so many great books worthy of discussion, many book clubs may find it difficult to pick the best books which can foster great discussion. Apr 17, 2018 picking your book club books for the year can be a daunting decision. These reading suggestions are all sure to break up your daytoday routine by providing a mental rest. Reading group choices is your resource for book recommendations, book club discussion topics, and reading group guides. And while the book club selections in this list might not be laughoutloud funny, theyre sure to bring a smile to your face. Complaints about a lack of excitement in the books any particular book group chooses are common. We already have a stellar list of lifechanging nonfiction books you can read in a day, so today were focusing on fiction. Should you opt for the true story of a valiant trek across the pacific northwest, or the underrated, lesserknown classic. Book club for kids discussion questions, reading guide. Here are a few of our recent favorite nonfiction books for book clubs.

The stories are wildly varied, but concentrate on people facing ethical and moral dilemmas, where good and bad are not so easily defined. Looking for book club suggestions for your book group. Whether theyre wielding political power, magic, swords, k. In this article, im going to feature fast book club reads and highlight some of the best short book club book suggestions. The most popular post on books on the table in 2017 was 8 short novels your book club will actually finish, which was viewed and shared approximately one gazillion times more than any other post. Dec 08, 2015 nprs book concierge our guide to 2015s great reads. Oprah announces olive, again by elizabeth strout, as the latest selection for oprahs book club. This kit contains helpful directions for starting a book club and includes question cards, bookmarks and activity cards. The takeaway from this is that i shouldnt bother to write about any other bookrelated topics but should stick to lists of short book club books.