Book Clubs in the News

Occasionally we highlight news articles featuring book clubs across the country. Travel from Texas to Oregon in this month's round-up, which includes a profile of a book club with a very long history and one in which members thrive on their differences. You'll also find plenty of reading suggestions.


Atlanta Journal-Constitution: What We're Reading/Book Clubs in Georgia
Part of the inspiration for a newly-formed Georgia book club was to "set a good example for their children to continue their love for reading." One of their goals? To support local authors.

The Bulletin: Shumia Book Club Has Been Meeting Since 1908
Members of an Oregon reading group talk about the astounding longevity of their club --- and some of the traditions started by their predecessors a century ago that they still carry on.

The Chronicle-Telegram: Ritter Book Clubs Surprise, Engage Readers
The Ritter Public Library in Vermilion, Ohio, hosts two very different book clubs.

Ft. Worth Star-Telegram: Book Club of the Month
Differences in religious beliefs, political views and professions enhance the reading group experience for the members of a Texas book club. Along with talking about their group, they share some of their favorite reading suggestions.

The Gazette: Venture Out of Reading Comfort Zone
Columnist Anita Miller talks about how joining a book club got her out of her "mystery comfort zone."

The Wall Street Journal: Book Club Questions
Book Lover columnist Cynthia Crossen answers two questions for reading group members about first novels and "happily ever after" endings.