Welcome back to In The Club, a newsletter of resources to keep your book group well-met and well-read. Let’s dive in.
This newsletter is sponsored by I’ll Stay by Karen Day.
How much do we owe the people we love?
In this compelling, emotionally complex novel, a college friendship sparks a life-changing sacrifice that connects two women forever–even as it shatters their closeness…
It’s Black History Month! There are lots of classics you could read (Toni Morrison! James Baldwin!) but there are also lots of good new ones that should be on your radar. Here’s a round-up of new and upcoming books by black authors.
Pick your own winners: I read this piece about holding a Mock Caldecott (actual Caldecott winners and more for this year here), and now I want an annual Mock National Book Awards in my book group!
You could start right here: Casey has picked her five best audiobook narrators; you could nominate and roll your own Audie Awards in your club!
Looking for a love story (but not a romance)? It’s a category that can be hard to find, but we’ve got suggestions. Bonus idea: read a love story AND a romance, and compare/contrast them structurally!
‘Tis the nomination season: Here’s the Stella Prize longlist, which is for books by Australian women.
More short reads for a short month: LitHub rounded up short books by acclaimed authors, which is a great way to dive into contemporary classics.
I wish every series had this: Jamie put together a “previously on” post for Jane Harper’s The Dry, in case you forgot what happened and want to dive into Force of Nature!
Anyone else obsessed with the Olympics? Because we have recommended reads for you!
And that’s a wrap: Happy discussing! If you’re interested in more science fiction and fantasy talk, you can catch me and my co-host Sharifah on the SFF Yeah! podcast. For many many more book recommendations (including the occasional book club question!) you can find me on the Get Booked podcast with the inimitable Amanda.
Your fellow booknerd,
Jenn
More Resources:
– Our Book Group In A Box guide
– List your group on the Book Group Resources page