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• Books

Book Discussions for Adults: A Leader’s Guide Ted Balcom

This comprehensive book details all the important information one would need to lead a book discussion. It describes how to select titles, research the book, prepare questions and handle group dynamics.

The Book Group Book Ellen Slezak (editor)

Slezak assembles more than 25 essays on book-discussion groups. Since reading is such a solitary act, many individuals enjoy the opportunity to discuss with others their thoughts on a particular book. Visiting book groups around the country, Slezak collected information on how book groups are formed, the book-selection process, the dynamics within a group, the role of leadership, and other relevant issues.

The New York Public Library: Guide to Reading Groups Rollene Saal

This helpful guide provides reading lists and practical tips for organizing and leading your own successful book discussion group. The author explains how to get a group started, how to determine an ideal size, weigh the pros and cons of having a leader, understand the effects of various leadership styles, develop a book list that will appeal to your group's interests, and foster a good discussion.

The Reading Group Book David Laskin and Holly Hughes

Reading groups have gained in popularity, and this book is a complete guide to starting and sustaining a reading group, complete with annotated lists of 250 titles for riveting discussions. It is full of stories from book group members from all over.

The Reading Group Handbook Rachel W. Jacobsohn

This book is written for the person who wants to start a book group with friends or neighbors. It gives lots of practical advice and pages of book ideas.