Whatever your book club s reading preferences historical fiction, heartfelt family sagas, thoughtprovoking teen novels, and more this list has a book that is sure to please. For a book to be a truly good book club pick, it has to have characters. Anthony doerr goodreads author shelved 5237 times as book club avg rating 4. There are a lot of good books out there but what would be best for your next read. Its a fine line to walk but we believe these do so effectively and will add a heartwarming touch to your book club gatherings. They could use a knight and a page for their emblem.
As a bunch of 40something professional women living in new york city, we usually have wildly varying strong opinions about whatever we read. Women s fiction novels have made their way into the hearts of book clubs all over the world, and 2019 promises a brand new host of pageturners that you and your fellow book clubbers will be. The paris wife by paula mclain, the curious incident of the dog in the nighttime by mark haddon, an american marria. The best books to read are the ones that transport you to another world. The 5 best book club books i read in 2018 off the shelf. It is always a pleasure to read a good book, one that manages to be both funny and serious at the same time. Shirin, a sixteenyearold muslim girl whos tired of being stereotyped. Im in one that meets monthly, and themes the food based on the book. Book club reading recommendations the american writers. A great glass of wine and a good book have gone together almost as long as there have been words to read. Whether youre just beginning your morning or youre at the end of a long day, theres nothing like pouring a cup of tea and curling up in a quiet spot with a good book. At classy, several of our departments participate in quarterly book clubs in order to. The best book club books that will encourage discussion in your book. Use this name if your book club tends to focus on the classics instead of more modern works.
Some of the studies have a unique study guide that must be purchased separately. In as little as a half an hour, a great story can reset your mind and lift up. Rif readers told us these were their favorite books theyd read in book club, so next time you need a guaranteed good read for your own book club one that will fuel lots of. In my experience unless youre in a book club with specialized tastes, a good book club book. All of these book studies can be done either in a small group setting or as an individual. 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. Usually, i base this opinion on the discussion possibilities and thoughtful themes or relevant issues. From the author of me before you comes her latest novel that will charm you. Of all the scary things in this book, patriarchy is the absolute fucking worst, and some of the most horrifying moments in the book involve the silencing of women. 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. Considering how my whole life sometimes feels like a book club, i wanted to share a few of the best books to spark discussion.
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. Valley of the dolls was my club s first book ever and was an ideal one to start with since its so easy to get into, not super long, and full of drama. Its hard to say any book will appeal to all women, but these books have been hits among many. Each feature six books that book clubs will no doubt enjoy. A book club can be a great way for your staff to push themselves to continue to learn. Here are some of our top picks for funny books for women s book club. For a book to be a truly good book club pick, it has to have characters you love to dissect, an ending you can debate about. The huffington post selected the tigers wife for our now discontinued book club in 2011, and with good reason. Some of these were published in late 2019, while some arent released yet, so theyre split into sections by publication date. 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.
All the light we cannot see by anthony doerr, gone girl by gillian flynn, the help by kathryn stockett, the book thief by mar. Roger, a seemingly bland divorced middleaged guy, and bethany, a cynical goth girl in her early 20s, are. I have two cardinal rules in selecting the best book club books. Offering a carafe of wine or two on the bar is a must for any book club meeting. Thus we are here to offer you the best book club recommendations books that everyone will enjoy reading. Finding the best book club book can be tough since most book clubs have people with differing tastes. Put them all together and thats our idea of a good time, tbh. These nonfiction book choices offer a variety of interesting selections to choose from and will stimulate good. To add another dramatic chapter to the wine selection, make some mixed wine drinks as well.
We have all the most anticipated books of spring, including these hot new book releases for april 2019. So much better than reading a book alone, then wishing someone else you knew had read it so you could unpack it. Obreht s portrayal of a southeast europe corrupted by war yet inspired by legends and fairy tales is both touching and deeply important. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. This list of book club books has nonfiction, chicklit, young adult and middle grade titles, history books and parenting books. But it can be overwhelming to find great book club ideas. Here, weve rounded up the best oprahs book club books, for those of. Its good for those who practice religion and those who dont.
If your club is looking for a book that will shock and destroy youand i mean that in the best way, as only a good book canpick up three women. If your book club consists of witty women, this is the option to choose. Heres the list of some of the top 10 funny books that would be a worthwhile addition to any womans book club. Some wine, friends new and old, a cheese plater, and often times, a good book. Seeking justice for the girl means dooming the town to a slow death. Nina ansarys new book, anonymous is a woman, profiles overlooked women throughout history. These inspirational books for women by women will give you all the motivation you need to get out there and start leading the life you want to live. Book club books that will get the conversation and wine. As joseph addison said, reading is to the mind what exercise is to the brain. For this section, im also featuring womens fiction, literary fiction and romance. Need a little inspiration for your book club s next read. Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon books best sellers. They are great picks for women s book clubs and the kind of books youll want to pass on to the important women in your lifeyour mother, sister, and best friend. Set during the great depression, englishwoman alice wright marries a handsome american and finds herself transplanted to rural kentucky.
Home book club reading recommendations check out the lists below for your next reading inspiration. The titles in this weeks list will get the conversation jumping again. Plus, you want to make sure its a book people will have strong feelings about so theres stuff to discuss. 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. Popular book club books showing 150 of 82,956 all the light we cannot see hardcover by. Book club members and voracious readers alike will find something to pique their interest. Not all book club books have to be serious literary works. If youre ready to zap some life back into your own book club, or start up a new one, heres a list of what women around the nation are reading in. There is nothing better than discussing good books with your friends. Im a bookworm, and book club is one of the highlights of my monthluckily, im in multiple. Great books to read for women and book clubs womans world.
I participate in the long tweet book club, facebook live discussions, and one of my favorites, the monthly inperson meetups with the women ive met through the online newsletter girls night in. If youve been struggling to find some good questions, we have ideas for that too. Here are some of the best books to read with your book club. Lets start off 2020 right with a selection of the best book club books. The southern book clubs guide to slaying vampires by. Whether youre a member of an allwomens book club or you have an. If you invite me to join your book club this year, odds are good that ill choose. Im a bookworm, and book club is one of the highlights of my. Online shopping for book club picks from a great selection at books store. Complaints about a lack of excitement in the books any particular book group chooses are common. All the light we cannot see by anthony doerr, a man called ove by fredrik backman, the immortal life of henrietta lack. 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. I mean that in the best way, as only a good book canpick up three women.
Coatess debut novel mixes magical realism with historical fiction as it tells the story of hiram walker. Best new books to read now 2020 top reads for women. 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. When the gossip in the book is better than anything you and your friends could cook up, you know youve got a good one. Read up on some older recommendations for bonus ideas. From where we stand, books are an essential key to healthy living.