But the only way 2018 is going to be a better year is if we learn a few things, and theres no better way to improve your understanding of the world than via highquality nonfiction books. I tend to think all book club selections should be on the short side to accommodate a variety of reading schedules for book club members. Libraries closed through at least may 31 all library locations and book drops are closed until at least may 31. Its good for those who practice religion and those. Whether in person or online, theyre the perfect place to read great books with great book nerds, and dive deep dive into stories that really make you think.
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. These are the books that were proposed for our book club for the next year. Its a book that makes you think about lifes possibilities and regrets. Nprs book concierge is your guide to 2017 s best reads. The goodreads choice awards are the only major book awards decided by readers. But, the books on this list are especially shortaround 300 pages or less. For starters, its a great way to remove some of the intimidation that many people feel when approaching nonfiction. This list was inspired by my good friend and neighbor, who participates in a coed book club and frequently asks for recommendations. The timess critics give their choices of the best fiction and nonfiction works of the year. Picking different book genres is therefore a critical step in keeping your book club recommendations interesting and varied. Wards uniquely lyrical prose ties the familys modernday struggles to the literal ghosts of southern history. Best fiction of 2017 to get your book club talking. This book club recommendations list contains old and new books of various genres that i think have wide appeal and provide compelling discussion topics for your book club. Short book club recommendations sarahs bookshelves.
A users guide to the chakra system llewellyns new age serieswheels of life. This is the kind of book that will inspire your entire book club to be strong. Having your book club pals around to wade through the difficult or confusing parts can help spark conversation and open new dimensions to a book. Its a fine line to walk but we believe these do so effectively and will add a heartwarming touch to your book club gatherings. Ill have to give it to you, when confronted at least youre honest, as honest as any reporter.
Singh wins the goodreads choice award for best nonfiction for her debut book, how to be a bawse. If youre ready to start a book club, heres 40 of the best book club questions, for fiction and nonfiction alike. Non fiction books find something a bit different to read for your book club. Nonfiction is an account or representation of a subject which is presented as fact. Coed book club recommendations short book club recommendations 300 pages or less. After all, variety is the spice of life and of any respectable book club. So instead of trying to reinvent yourself, why not read some nonfiction books to help yourself be the smartest, most interesting, well. The plot of the book has each member of the club presenting the book that means the most to them in their lives, so book clubs are sure to take note and find some more books. Turners book club armagh a bookclub based in armagh, established in 2012 and have read 62 books as of the end of 2017. If youre looking for a nonfiction title for your book club that will provide plenty of material for discussion, here are 72 possibilities.
However, it is generally assumed that the authors of such accounts believe them to be truthful at. Join us in celebrating the best nonfiction of 2017, in alphabetical order by author, below. Due dates are extended until we reopen, so please keep your library materials for now. Nonfiction book club questions add these questions to your standard book club list. Book clubs are a great way to expand your knowledge and immerse yourself in a new world. Best book club books guaranteed to get people talking. Whether its in a corporate setting, gathering of friends, or part of an educational initiative, an effective book club can transform lives. And if you need still more ideas, many of the authors mentioned below have additional titles that would make fantastic discussion books. Theyve discussed the beautiful bureaucrat, to kill a mockingbird, the lifechanging magic of tidying up and much more i chose books that i thought would make enjoyable reading for both sexes and would spark lively, interesting, sometimes heated discussion.
One of the key reasons most people join a book club is to read something a bit different to what they would usually choose themselves. Its 2018, and weve all heard the phrase new year, new youbut heres the thing. Best fiction of 2017 to get your book club talking pg. We have included a good mix of fiction and nonfiction and tossed in a mystery and a thriller while were at it. Complaints about a lack of excitement in the books any particular book group chooses are common. And dont worry, we wont suspend your account or charge you for late items. 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.
We have a standard set of questions that we use for most of our book club discussions you can find them at questions for a book club youll quickly work out that you need a wide variety of books to keep the interest level high, stopping people from dropping out. Here are a few of our recent favorite nonfiction books for book clubs. From the pages of your history books to your tv screen august 9. Oreilly made this the best unintended humor book of 2017. Ive found that the best book club discussion questions are ones that are openended and that get people to share their personal opinions. It may, however, need a second readthrough once you are finished. Books 12 big fiction reads every book club will love in 2019.
Whether you belong to a book club or not, this is a great list of book recommendations and books that are fun to discuss. Book group favorites for the best book club discussion reading. Start here with 25 of the best nonfiction suggestions for your book club. If youve got suggestions to share, please do post at the bottom. Grab some friends, choose a book, and get started on your. A world war ii story of survival, resilience, and redemptionunbroken.
Published by flatiron books weighty themes such as motherhood and reincarnation carry this delicate tale of a young boy and an eccentric professor and the mission that brings them together. More often than not, book clubs tend to skew toward fiction in their selections, but there is a rich and incredibly entertaining world lingering on those nonfiction shelves. Regular book club meetings help you stay accountable, keep you social, and broaden your horizons, not to mention sharpen your wine and cheese pairing skills. What are the best non fiction books for book clubs. Last year, you and everyone else in your book club fell in love with cheryl strayeds wild, so this year, youre looking to add more nonfiction books by women to your reading roster. And the easiest way to make sure your book club actually reads the books is to choose ones that have depth, create just a little controversy, and spark your imagination chick lit fluff need not apply. Times critics top books of 2017 the new york times. Ive got you covered here are some of your best bets for nonfiction works that will be well liked by everyone in your book club. There are tons of benefits to reading nonfiction in your book club.
A guide to conquering life, where she shares the secrets to her stunning success. These contemporary stories are a fantastic place to start. Last year, you and everyone else in your book club fell in love with. Meditations by marcus aurelius peak inside the mind of the one of the most powerful leaders in history. Nonfiction for your book club penguin random house library. Yet, theyre incredibly meaty and will spark lively book club discussions despite their brevity.
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. A world war ii story of survival, resilien laura hillenbrand laura hillenbrand. I think these books will spark great conversation in book clubs. History of wolves by emily fridlund paperback nov 7, 2017. Discover all the best books for book clubs 2017 has to offer.
Youll also find printable book club questions at the end of this post to bring to. The titles in this weeks list will get the conversation jumping again. It was a personal diary that wasnt meant to be published. Use our tags to filter books and find the perfect read for yourself or someone you love. If you want to impress with facts from forgotten tales, this riveting thriller details the. This list of holiday books recommendations includes, for the first time, the years best books. March 2, 2017 february 14, 2017 written by cnewbould. Want to add some nonfiction to your book clubs rotation. This book is great for history buffs and factoidfinders and maybe a reluctant reader or two. A list of classic and current book club favorite reads. For additional book club recommendations, check out my.