Grab some friends, choose a book, and get started on your book club today. Whatever your book club s reading preferences historical fiction, heartfelt family sagas, thoughtprovoking teen novels, and more this list has a book. Jun 20, 2018 have your book club picks been going a little stale. If youve been struggling to find some good questions, we have ideas. If your book club is in search for a historicalfiction novel to. The hired girl by laura amy schlitz was the 2015 winner in the young. This book club recommendations list contains books that have wide appeal and. The most popular book club books of the past decade bookbub. Thus we are here to offer you the best book club recommendations books. From chicklit to historical fiction to nonfiction that reads like a novel, theres a book here for every book club. Already in a book club, but need some new inspiration. Were making it easy this year by rounding up the best book club books 2019 has to offer. Oprahs book club has highlighted the best books to read since 1996.
The page is a reading list sharing the best books to read in various categories based on many hours of reading and research. The best new books of fall 2015, including fates and furies, purity, and big magic. For all of you in reading groups and need guidance to select your next group read look no further than our reading group category. And while the book club selections in this list might not be laughoutloud funny, theyre sure to bring a smile to your face. Here you can find recommendations on what to read next, based on your favorite books and authors. The book is available now on apple books in both e book and audiobook formats. Centuries of advice, inspiration, and cautionary tales from. Now that youve had some time to recover from all those champagne wishes and caviar dreams, its time to get down to business. All the light we cannot see by anthony doerr, gone girl by gillian flynn.
If youd like to, please share your own recommendations. Here are our readers favorite book club books of 20 based on our 20 survey results. Here are our reading groups favorite book club books of 2014 based on our 2014 survey results. It is cold enough to crack stones, and when the snow falls it is gray.
In december last year we published the first half of our top reads for book clubs in 2015 list, covering books that had published or were due to publish in paperback from late 2014 to early 2015. Paul kalanithi died in march 2015, while working on this book, yet his words live on as a guide and a. A quietly powerful book containing an inner core of steely strength. Best historical fiction books of the fall love historical fiction novels.
Why not print off a few opening extracts to read before you decide. Usually, i base this opinion on the discussion possibilities and thoughtful themes or relevant issues. Apr 18, 2017 vote in the book club s five of the best for your chance to win one of three fabulous prize packs. All of these books were published in 2018, and i made sure to include a variety of genres to entertain even the finickiest book club. 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 list of classic and current book club favorite reads. Complaints about a lack of excitement in the books any particular book group chooses are common. Top book club recommendations books that your club loved and would recommend to another book club. Favorite books reading group choices book club recommendations. Jan 29, 2009 need a little inspiration for your book club s next read. Jan 30, 2020 since 1996, oprahs book club has included meticulously selected books that often become bestsellers. Maybe youre a book club devotee, or maybe youre using your new years resolutions as incentive to finally, finally start one.
Online shopping for fall reading from a great selection at books store. 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. We can go on and on about the reasons to love fall, but lets be honest. Short book club recommendations sarahs bookshelves. But, the books on this list are especially shortaround 300 pages or less. Are you sure you want to delete your score and checked items on this list. Sep 19, 2018 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. Oprah, mark zuckerberg, your neighbor in the apartment next door.
Some of these were published in late 2019, while some arent released yet, so theyre split into sections by publication date. All the light we cannot see by anthony doerr, little fires everywhere by celeste ng, the light between oceans by. Books that generated discussions, and had great characters. Instead of a book club where we all read the same book, my friends. Coed book club recommendations short book club recommendations 300 pages or less. Youll find more than 100 good books to read, organized by category. Yet, theyre incredibly meaty and will spark lively book club. Lets start off 2020 right with a selection of the best book club books. I did numerous searches for book club, book list, book club list, book club recommendations and none, not one showed up in the search results. If it would be helpful, heres a list of books ive read that i can confidently recommend for my book club or yours most suggestions. These are the books that were proposed for our book club for the next year. 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. Book club suggestions 20172018 the seattle public library. From historical fiction to speculative fiction, these books.
Looking for the perfect books for your book club to read in 2015. Any book can be a book club book, even if there isnt a readers guide in the back. Natalia has returned to her roots in balkan country to lend a hand at an orphanage, and. Book club members and voracious readers alike will find something to pique their. 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. Either way, the prospect of picking the book of the month can be. Oprahs book club list all 83 books oprah has recommended. Now, with her novel ruby, bond proves to be a powerful literary force, a writer whose unflinching yet lyrical prose is reminiscent of toni morrisons. The best books from oprahs book club 2020 best products. Online shopping for book club picks from a great selection at books store. Get started with the latest edition of our reading group planneran essential resource to help guide your selections. If you make a purchase using the links included, we may earn commission.
Selecting each months book requires walking a fine line between art and science, preplanning and sheer luck. 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. Now, here is part 2 with the very best book club reads from spring to fall 2015. In the past, weve done family reunion book clubs and if we did another one, this would be in my top three book club suggestions for sure. Here, weve rounded up the best oprahs book club books, for those of you looking to take a recommendation from o herself. These contemporary stories are a fantastic place to start. Find out which are the most popular books by watching the book club special on tuesday 19. Books and tea book club books i love books my books books for fall good books to read book suggestions book recommendations. All the light we cannot see by anthony doerr, the rent collector by camron wright, big little lies by liane moriar. This years edition of the concierge is dedicated to the memory of longtime npr book critic alan cheuse. Luckily for you and your club, ive compiled a list of 12 exciting books that all of you must read. Oprah announces olive, again by elizabeth strout, as the latest selection for oprahs book club. I have two cardinal rules in selecting the best book club books.
Its a fine line to walk but we believe these do so effectively and will add a heartwarming touch to your book club. Check out our book club favorites, the most popular book club books being read around the country. Whether you belong to a book club or not, this is a great list of book recommendations and books that are fun to discuss. The titles in this weeks list will get the conversation jumping again. This is a reading list for people who dont have time for unimportant books. I feel that there arent very many books out there right now that deal with this subject matter. Dont be caught without a suggestion when its your turn to host book club. Set in the heart of hitlers hideaway lair the wolfsschanze, this story. October creeps up on us every year and its time to heat up the cider, put on the cozy socks, and pull out a good ol scary. As abigail adams once said, remember the graphic novels. We use cookies on our website for identification, analysis and advertising purposes. Because no one will ever read this book upon my suggestion. 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.
Every month, one of the highlights of my social life is attending my neighborhood book club. Dec 08, 2015 nprs book concierge our guide to 2015s great reads. See more ideas about books to read, novels and book club suggestions. So, if you feel like its time to add some nonfiction to your book club lineup, here are some nonfiction suggestions for your book club. We love this standalone by the brilliant author of the shatter me series. Take a look at the most searched books on litlovers. All of these books were published in 2018, and i made sure to include a variety of genres to entertain even the finickiest book club reader.
When breath becomes air by paul kalanithi this memoir published after the authors early death from lung cancer will basically rip your heart out, but also make you so glad to be alive. This book club recommendations list contains old and new books of various genres that i think have wide appeal and provide compelling discussion topics for your book club. Complaints about a lack of excitement in the books any particular book. There is nothing better than discussing good books with your friends. Dec 21, 2017 15 favorites your book club must read this winter by off the shelf staff december 21, 2017 readers choice.
Its finally fall, and for us that means back to book club. Have your book club picks been going a little stale. Read up on some older recommendations for bonus ideas. Book club reading recommendations the american writers. Fresh picks for your fall bookclub meeting book club books, good books. 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. Give em something to talk about making suggestions for your book club can be risky business. Whether theyre wielding political power, magic, swords, k. I only list the best books to read in each category. Just choose one of these top 20 book club books for 2020. Here are our reading groups favorite nonfiction books of 2015 based on our 2015 survey results.
Obrehts portrayal of a southeast europe corrupted by war yet inspired by legends and fairy tales is both touching and deeply important. I did numerous searches for book club, book list, book club list, book club recommendations. Nprs book concierge our guide to 2015 s great reads. 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. A years worth of perfect picks for your book club barnes. Gibsons book club discusses the rivergibsons supports readers in many ways. Book club suggestions 20172018 by pnelson384 a communitycreated list. Aug 20, 2019 explore suzicuess board book club suggestions, followed by 314 people on. Home book club reading recommendations check out the lists below for your next reading inspiration. Need a little inspiration for your book club s next read.
Reading a graphic novel is a very different literary. By using this website you consent to the storing and accessing of cookies. Heres a complete list of every book recommended over the years, from an american marriage to. Want great book recommendations in your inbox every week. The name of the elite, womenonly coworking space stretches across the wall behind the checkin desk. 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. Heres a hot selection of book club suggestions for 2018 to get your group talking.
The huffington post selected the tigers wife for our now discontinued book club in 2011, and with good reason. I loved everyone of carolines book suggestions in the past, and i. Our book club consisted of military wives all stationed overseas. 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. In mondays book club 101 post, we talked about how a fabulous book club discussion starts with the right book and 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. Nov 17, 2019 the lost night by andrea bartz was such a fantastic read check out my book club questions here. Our lists of book club favorites curious about what other book clubs are interested in. We have an instore book club details below, and we also gather and coordinate information for dozens of local book clubshaving their titles in stock, discounting them for members, and keeping a list of past titles for them. Youll get to learn about a new topic from various perspectives, while also getting to know your book club pals on a deeper level. For additional book club recommendations, check out my. Its perfect for a book club because people will take different things.