So, as a follow up to that article, here are 4 reading recommendations to add diversity to your book club reads. We need diverse books scholastic bookclub 2019 sheknows. Our library hasnt had a book club for youth teens in a very long time. Book clubs are one of the intersections between collection development and programming. 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. Complaints about a lack of excitement in the books any particular book group chooses are common. 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. Now that youve had some time to recover from all those champagne wishes and caviar dreams, its time to get down to business. Note that the scholastic reading club, for example, offers cheaply priced titles, but a close analysis of book club order forms over time mcnair, 2008 revealed a lack of books written by and about people of color. The titles in this weeks list will get the conversation jumping again. 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. These eight diverse book club picks for summer, from memoir to ya to fiction, will capture readers attention while slipping outside the comfort zone and into the experiences by diverse authors. Rich girlfriend 2015 before starting on this outrageous tale and being prepped for. So interesting youll save the relationship gossip for later.
The we need diverse books campaign has kicked off 2015 asking. Apr 02, 2014 book club aka read between the wines were coming up on the last meeting of the year and i wanted to share some ideas that have kept our book club thriving. Selecting a book club book can seem as harrowing as the plot of a pageturner. Apr 14, 2020 we need diverse books is a 501c3 nonprofit and a grassroots organization of childrens book lovers that advocates essential changes in the publishing industry to produce and promote literature that reflects and honors the lives of all young people. 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 here. This years edition of the concierge is dedicated to the memory of longtime npr book critic alan cheuse. This underscored for me how important it is to feature diverse books. How to start a successful book club everyday reading. In the past weve shared quite a few solid reading recommendations to add diversity to your book club selections. The majority of my book club attendees are not white, so it makes zero sense to read books mostly about white characters.
Its a fine line to walk but we believe these do so effectively and will add a heartwarming touch to your book club gatherings. And the easiest way to make sure your book club actually reads the books is to choose ones that have depth, create just a little controversy, and spark your imagination chick lit fluff need not apply. Should you ignore your 400page limit for the sake of discussing the goldfinch. When the weather is warm, kick back and relax at the beach with summer books. Selecting each months book requires walking a fine. The collection, running through february 3rd, offers 75 key book titles for grades 48 that feature diverse characters and storylines. Either way, the prospect of picking the book of the month can be. Diverse classroom libraries for k6 students reading rockets. See more ideas about books, books to read and my books. These eight diverse book club picks for summer, from memoir to ya to fiction, will capture readers attention while slipping outside the comfort zone and into the experiences by diverse. Cutting for stone abraham verghese was a doctor first before becoming an author, and it shows in this book. If youre a member of a book club, the beginning of the year often. Jul 11, 2017 sometimes, whats marketed as book club fiction can be pretty predictably white bread.
Mar 17, 2017 i am trying to choose works that cover as much ground as possible and are diverse, emma wrote to her book club in february 2016, ive heard amazing things about this book from a person that i. Escape into another world with a pick from our collection of fiction books. Looking for an easy way to share information and develop employees at work. I served on the social committee, welcome committee and created our quarterly newsletter the fun stuff. Whether you belong to a book club or not, this is a great list of book. Selecting each months book requires walking a fine line between art and science, preplanning and sheer luck. Ey leads a book club for their tax team and recommended the same book. Our diversity book club meets next week over a potluck supper to choose the books well read for the coming year. Like no other by una lamarche discussion july 24, 2014 by sandie 8 comments welcome to the launch of the ya diversity book club, a monthly feature we created in partnership with three other book bloggers.
Coed book club recommendations short book club recommendations 300 pages or less. In the ya diversity book club we chat about the latest ya books that celebrate diversity. Check out what several of us at the hub have to say about ours. Many book club members also come to the library for help choosing their next book club book. Photograph by david ryderbloomberg via getty images. Its perfect for a book club because people will take different things away from it, and im. The 20 best book club suggestions to get your book club talking. Looking for the perfect books for your book club to read in 2015.
Designed by annette elizabeth allen, david eads, becky lettenberger and wes lindamood published dec. The years best book club reads some of these novels will touch your heart. In fact, the story was so captivating that my book club would also meet at the breakfast table to reflect on the horrific fleshlumpeater or to discuss whether we might actually. Form an employee book club see success stories in which a group of employees voluntarily read the same book. This is bound to spark a lot of debate with the similarities of the dystopian times mentioned in the book and the fears many people have as we change presidency in the u. We need diverse books is a 501c3 nonprofit and a grassroots organization of childrens book lovers that advocates essential changes in the publishing industry to produce and promote literature that reflects and honors the lives of all young people. 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 are made with women. Combine the book reading with a regularly scheduled discussion meeting to double the impact of the book. Diverse books, thirteen of the most recognizable, diverse authors. Start up a diversity book club or discussion group you can take turns assigning a reading which is pertinent to your work and designate a regular meeting time for your discussions.
Need a little inspiration for your book club s next read. Book club suggestions if your most diverse pick was the help. 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 by elizabeth strout and american dirt by. Usually, i base this opinion on the discussion possibilities and thoughtful themes or relevant issues. Discoverability is a real problem when it comes to finding great, diverse book club picks. The diversity book club books joys book blog posted on september 19, 20 by joy weese moll september 19, 20 our diversity book club meets next week over a potluck supper to choose the books well read for the coming year. Covid19 resources a letter from we need diverse books in response to covid19 wndb emergency fund for diverse creatives in childrens publishing resources for.
In empress of a thousand suns, crown princess rhiannon taan, the only surviving heir to a powerful intergalactic dynasty, will stop at nothing to reclaim the power that is rightfully hers. What was the impetus behind starting a teen book club at your library. Now, here is part 2 with the very best book club reads from spring to fall 2015. Kristina aka kiki at gone pecan, lucy at the reading date, and kristan at we heart ya. Apr 14, 2020 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. The band wife raise your hand if youve ever joined a book club, dutifully read the book and showed up to find that 75% of the people hadnt actually read any of the book, there was an obligatory 5 minutes of book discussion and then everyone sat. A years worth of perfect picks for your book club barnes. Or coes ya book club, because any book club should automatically be diverse, we shouldnt have to have special ones.
Since 1996, oprahs book club has included meticulously selected books that often become bestsellers. Cutting for stone by abraham verghese, the next book club selection. Oprah, mark zuckerberg, your neighbor in the apartment next door. 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. We need diverse books has also partnered with scholastic reading club to create a special collection of diverse books that students and teachers can order through their flyers. From historical fiction to speculative fiction, these books tell stories of ordinary and extraordinary lives that explore the worlds of art, war and so much more. All eight book club titles have been carefully selected by our expert booksellers to create a list that comprises the most exceptional, enjoyable new reads. Create inclusive, affirming schools for lgbtq students by john depasquale.
There just arent a ton of minority authors who are household names, and those who are. Its finally fall, and for us that means back to book club. Should you opt for the true story of a valiant trek across the pacific northwest, or the underrated, lesserknown classic. As parents, its important to introduce your child to diverse books. Sep 09, 2016 many book club members get their books from the library. May 21, 2015 book club books for millennials, because, yes, we read. The invention of wings by sue monk kidd, orphan train by christina baker kline, the goldfinch by donna tartt, the r. Online shopping for book club picks from a great selection at books store. These meetings are always rich with possibility as we all throw books on the table to sort through, talk about, and vote on. The nonprofit group also has a useful section on its page that houses. Aug 25, 2014 youve read all of khaled hosseini, and you realize that despite the fact that kathryn stockett writes about minorities, she actually isnt one, and salman rushdie is just too wonky for your book club.
Aug 22, 2019 we need diverse books has partnered with scholastic to release a select list of books that reflect diverse. We love to help, so please stop by the reference desk, call, or use the chat feature on our website to ask us for suggestions anytime. Thus we are here to offer you the best book club recommendations books that everyone will enjoy reading. Jul 27, 2015 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. In terms of choosing the books we read we all keep an eye on upcoming books and make suggestions to the group. We need diverse books is a 501c3 nonprofit and a grassroots organization of childrens book lovers that advocates essential changes in the publishing. Our library hasnt had a book club for youthteens in a very long time. Wednesday, january 21, 2015 the light between oceans by m. My mustread book club picks for 2020 features a diverse list of handpicked stories that are perfect for you and your book club. Posted on september 19, 20 by joy weese moll september 19, 20. There is nothing better than discussing good books with your friends.
Check out 4 reading recommendations to add diversity to your book club reads and 5 more fiction recommendations to add diversity to your book club reads. Nprs book concierge our guide to 2015 s great reads. 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. A list of classic and current book club favorite reads. Check out our favorite books from 2014, 20, 2012, 2011, 2010. Nov 17, 2019 my mustread book club picks for 2020 features a diverse list of handpicked stories that are perfect for you and your book club. All the light we cannot see by anthony doerr, little fires everywhere by celeste ng, the light between oceans by. Mastercard, american express paypal, diners club and discover. These websites feature diverse books lists for all ages.
Ya diversity book club anniversary giveaway, we need diverse books, diversity, everything leads to you, under a painted sky, more happy than not, joyride. Get started with the latest edition of our reading group planneran essential resource to help guide your selections. Regular book club meetings help you stay accountable, keep you social, and broaden your horizons, not to mention sharpen your wine and cheese pairing skills. Best history books nonfiction, noncaucasian protagonists in science fiction, fantasy, horror, and paranormal romance, best nonfiction am. From chicklit to historical fiction to nonfiction that reads like a novel, theres a book here for every book club. This need was echoed in president obamas 2015 presidential proclamation in recognition of pride month as he wrote, for countless young people, it is not enough to simply say it gets better. Did you notice that your child came home with a special edition we need diverse books scholastic reading club flyer. Create inclusive, affirming schools for lgbtq students. May 19, 2016 welcome to the course of events diversity in ya book club. Produced by nicole cohen, rose friedman, petra mayer and beth novey.
For additional book club recommendations, check out my. Following are ten web resources that provide recommendations of diverse books lists or other. How to start a successful book club photo credit and tutorial for painting book covers. Kristina at gone pecan, lucy at the reading date, and kristan at we heart ya. Past book club titles have proved hugely popular with our customers, and we are certain our new choices will become future bestsellers and be the bestloved and most discussed books of 2016. Aug 24, 2015 how to start a successful book club photo credit and tutorial for painting book covers. After four harrowing years on the western front, tom sherbourne returns to australia and takes a job as the lighthouse keeper on janus rock, nearly half a days journey from the coast. Americanah is a mustread for readers of the most diverse generation. Jan 29, 2009 my book club my boys, ages five and seven would meet each night eager to discuss the hilarious effects of whizzpoppers or their distaste for snozzcumbers. My wife joined a book club this year, which has improved my reading no end. 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. Dec 06, 2014 looking for the perfect books for your book club to read in 2015. Its been a true delight to collect these heartfelt recommendations and share. Maybe youre a bookclub devotee, or maybe youre using your new years resolutions as incentive to finally, finally start one.
Reading science fiction, chick lit and fantasy novels by writers of. Oprahs book club list all 83 books oprah has recommended. I found likeminded people with diverse reading lists on goodreads and twitter. Not surprisingly, one of the authors who appeared most often in the book club order forms was eric carle. Book club book suggestions for 2016 huffpost canada life. For your reading pleasure, here are 11 nonfiction books by women you need to read with your book club because you can never have too many. While i spent most of the year deep in books from 2015, some of my. At target, find a wide range of books to choose from including poetry books, cookbooks and selfimprovement books. Dec 11, 2015 ever wanted to start a teen book club at your library. Summer is a great time to branch out and try something new. All the light we cannot see by anthony doerr, the rent collector by camron wright, big little lies by liane moriar. Here are the top bookclub picks of 2015, summarized in emoji. Dec 08, 2015 nprs book concierge our guide to 2015s great reads.
Book suggestions for their next reading, socializing among varying grades and social circles. Popular books worth reading with your book club, including cutting for stone by abraham verghese. Sometimes, whats marketed as book club fiction can be pretty predictably white bread. About four years ago i was a member of our hoa board. Congressman john lewis, an american icon and one of the key figures of the civil rights movement, continues his awardwinning graphic novel trilogy with cowriter andrew aydin and artist nate powell, inspired by a 1950s comic book that helped prepare his own generation to join the struggle. African american book lists share book recommendations.