Starting & Continuing a Book Club
Throughout recent years I have had the pleasure of participating in multiple book clubs. Varying greatly from each other in size, style, organization and location. Book clubs can offer so many enriching benefits, not only from the literature discussion, but through the bonds built among participating members. (Check out my series, 10 Days on The How To’s of Book Clubs)
On the flip side of that coin, they can also be difficult to maintain given the many unique personalities and schedules to account for. The possibilities at times can seem endless, or non-existent, but I assure you where there is a will, there is a way, and the benefits are reward enough for your time and effort.
Getting starting can often feel overwhelming. You need to put yourself out there, whether via e-mail, to local groups you participate in, via the Internet to those you come in contact with in the blog-o-sphere, or by hitting up a few close friends. In each of these instances I have witnessed wonderfully successful book clubs begin, and I will tell you a bit about each scenario as it has played out in my life.
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April 26, 2012 @ 7:13 am
Just read this over at Hip Homeschool Moms. Great post! I think a book club is in my future, but right now I can’t see how it would work. Thanks for sharing how to set one up.
April 26, 2012 @ 7:47 am
Annie Kate, thanks for stopping in! I have benefited so much from the book clubs, despite some of the issues. I hope you find your time to join/start one!
April 26, 2012 @ 11:16 am
Heidi,
This post is very timely for me. I’ve been thinking about how to build community and strengthen bonds in the women’s lives around me, and this helps to motivate me! “You need to put yourself out there” is a great reminder.
Blessings,
Ann
April 26, 2012 @ 12:19 pm
Ann, I often find that we are quick to feel isolated, or not have community, but are not quick to try and make it happen. I think we all need a little push in the, “put yourself out there” department! 🙂 So glad this post could help encourage you to be the wheel that puts things in motion!
April 28, 2012 @ 2:03 am
I love book clubs. I, too have belonged to several. But each of them, in turn, have dwindled Sigh.. Thank you for your insight. I’m officially ready to try again!i
April 28, 2012 @ 9:05 am
Diane, I too love book clubs. I have been sad to see my two adult one die out. For now I live through my two daughters’ Mother/Daughter book clubs and hope for I time when I have one of my own again.