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Reading Group Choices Interview with Claire Fuller

May 20, 2017 Author Interviews, Bookmark

One of our recommended books is Swimming Lessons by Claire Fuller

Claire Fuller talks to Reading Group Choices about her inspiration for Swimming Lessons, character motivation, and much more.

We were fortunate to have Claire Fuller answer our questions about the character relationships and symbolism in her novel, and where she got the idea!

Reading Group Choices: Did Gil find all of the letters from Ingrid or just the portion we saw? Were there others?

Claire Fuller: Well, as Gil believes, I do think a reader’s interpretation is just as valid as the author’s once the book is out there being read,

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Event for Book Groups at [words] Bookstore in New Jersey

May 20, 2017 Bookmark, RGC Events, Themed Book Lists

Reading Group Choices & [words] Bookstore are hosting a literary extravaganza! Come join us for this free event of author speed dating, fun book giveaways & delicious snacks!

Reading Group Choices is happy to partner on an event with [words] during the Maplewood South Orange Book Festival for a literary extravaganza to celebrate our readers. In our fast-paced world, reading groups can offer us the time to slow down, catch up with friends, and talk about wonderful books. We want to celebrate you the readers with a free evening of fun giveaways, delicious snacks,

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RGC Author Event at The Book Cellar

May 08, 2017 Bookmark, RGC Events, Themed Book Lists

Reading Group Choices & The Book Cellar are hosting a literary extravaganza! Come join us for this free event of author speed dating, fun book giveaways & delicious snacks!

Reading Group Choices is happy to partner with The Book Cellar during the ALA Annual Conference for a literary event to celebrate our readers. In our fast-paced world, reading groups can offer us the time to slow down, catch up with friends, and talk about wonderful books. We want to celebrate you the readers with a free evening of fun giveaways, delicious snacks,

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Reading Group Choices Interview with Claire Cameron

April 27, 2017 Author Interviews, Bookmark

One of our recommended books is The Last Neanderthal by Claire Cameron

**Reading Group Choices reads the second novel by Claire Cameron, The Last Neanderthal.**

This novel took us across history and kept us curious about the characters. Luckily, we caught up with Claire Cameron to share our impressions and get her insights, and learn about the inspiration for the story!

Reading Group Choices: First of all, thanks so much Claire for answering our questions!

Claire Cameron: I loved this interview, thank you. It’s so much fun to be a part of a conversation.

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Introducing Poetry To Your Reading Group!

February 22, 2017 Bookmark

Poetry?

We hear from many groups that would like to explore reading poetry but aren’t quite sure how to pick a book, where to start discussion, or how to have fun with it. Not to fear! Read below for tips on how to make poetry fun and how to start your discussion. And don’t forget to check out our post that features some of our favorite poetry books for discussion.

Ideas From Other Reading Groups

1. Read a book by a local poet, and have them come and speak with your group.

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