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Book Discussions and author commentary as well as Public forums where ideas are discussed.

  • Afternoon Book Discussion Group: The Story of Edgar Sawtelle


    Join us for a discussion of The Story of Edgar Sawtelle by David Wroblewski.
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  • Afternoon Book Discussion Group: Breakfast with Buddha


    Join us for a discussion of Breakfast with Buddha by Ronald Merullo.
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  • Afternoon Book Group: The Other Boleyn Girl


    Join us for a discussion of The Other Boleyn Girl by Philippa Gregory.
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  • Evening Book Discussion for Adults: "Life of Pi"


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    This intricately woven tale of a boy stranded in a small dinghy with a tiger for company is a well-loved story. Discuss what you believe is the true meaning of this fantastic adventure.
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  • Afternoon Book Discussion for Adults - "Housekeeping"


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    Orphaned at a young age and shuttled from relative to relative, Housekeeping by Marilynne Robinson explores two sisters' journey through not only the physical act of keeping house, but also the psychological aspect of "keeping one's house" in order. This is a book club favorite across the country - come in to see what the ballyhoo is all about!
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  • Evening Book Discussion for Adults: "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time"


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    Our October evening book is this award-winning novel by Mark Haddon, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time. Follow 15 year old Christopher as he investigates the titular incident, for which he is blamed. While the mystery is, in itself, a compelling story, the fact that Christopher is autistic with a penchant for Sherlock Holmes and a supreme distaste for the color yellow adds to the development of his story and provides for a gripping autumnal read.
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  • Book Discussion - Cry the Beloved Country


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    Paton's deeply moving story of Zulu pastor Stephen Kumalo and his son Absalom, set against the backdrop of a land and people riven by racial inequality and injustice, remains the most famous and important novel in South Africa's history.
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  • Book Discussion - Shoot the Moon


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    In 1972, the tiny windswept town of DeClare, Oklahoma, was consumed by the terrifying disappearance of Nicky Jack Harjo. When he was no more than a baby, his pajama bottoms were found on the banks of Willow Creek. Nearly 30 years later, Nicky mysteriously returns in this intriguing and delightfully hypnotic tale, full of the authentic heartland characters that Billie Letts writes about so beautifully.
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  • Evening Book Discussion for Adults--NEW TIME!


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    Our evening book discussion group for adults has moved to a new night - Mondays at 6:30 pm. This month, we'll discuss Stolen Lives a former Oprah book club pick and a stunning story about life in a prison camp for an entire family.

    It is not necessary to have read the book to attend or participate. If you've got the time, stop in and see what our book group is all about!

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  • Book Discussion: The Lovely Bones


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    Sebold's mesmerizing and luminous first novel--a #1 national bestseller--builds a tale filled with hope, humor, suspense, and even joy, following an unspeakable tragedy.
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