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- Figure out why you want to start a book club & what type of book club do you want it to be. The first step, in my mind, is really fleshing out WHY you want to start a book club because everything you do after flows from what your hopes and vision is for your book club and how you will construct it.
- Figure Out Who You Want to Invite Or How You Want To Get Members. The next step is one of the important ones that can make or break a book club for so many reasons.
- Decide Where & How Often Your Book Club Will Meet. Once you have an idea about who to invite or have already gotten people to commit, it’s time to decide where and how often you’ll meet.
- Create A Process To Pick What Books To Read. One of the biggest tasks in starting a book club (and continuing to run a successful book club) is the process to decide what books you’ll read.
- SammyReadsBooks What Happens in Book Club Art Print. Make sure your guests are all on the same pageby hanging this print on the wall.
- Printing on Book Pages DIY. This project will instantly upgrade your decor, and it couldn’t be easier. Just take vintage book pages and use a printer to add a unique color image over the text.
- Callie Meaney’s Literary Scents Candles. Named for the locations in literary classics, these bookish candles will transport your guests to the most memorable moments.
- Art Tree Designs Book Club Throw Pillows. Cozy up with your gals, a bottle of vino, and a few book-themed pillows. Order various sizes to up the comfort of your space, and then get ready for your #squad to launch an intense discussion.
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Jan 10, 2024 · 12 Best Book Club Questions for Any Book. Today in our How to Book Club series, we’re tackling the best book club questions for a great discussion. Some people like to wing it for book club, but others live by Alexander Graham Bell’s aphorism that preparation is the key to success. One of the best ways to ensure a successful book club ...
Feb 8, 2024 · FIND ON AMAZON. FIND ON BOOKSHOP.ORG. Another newer book club favorite — the story of Adunni, a courageous young girl in Nigeria determined to get the education she desires despite a society intent on her not doing that, will be one you won’t be able to stop talking about.
Jan 27, 2023 · Plan the best book club party with the best book club dinner ideas that pair great book picks with themed dinner recipes to really get your book discussion going! For every book we've chosen for the Peanut Blossom Book Club, I've included a fun party menu that goes along with the book's theme.
Jan 26, 2023 · By Stacy Ling Updated On January 27, 2023. Is it your turn to host your book club this month? Wait until you see these ideas for book club parties you should try. I love getting together with my book club. It’s a great way to catch up with friends.
