Hello Everyone. February's Book club is on Monday February 1 at my house Our book this month is The Story of My Teeth by Valerie Luiselli and it is the first of our "Books in Translation" series. I'm looking forward to our usual spirited discussion.
Please RSVP if you are coming and let me know about your food preferences, restrictions, or allergies. See you Monday.
Tuesday, January 26, 2016
Wednesday, January 13, 2016
A possible change for March?
Hi fellow book club members. My friend and writer Sharon Butala is coming for a visit in March. She is speaking at the public library March 10. Right now she has not set her arrival date, but I could try to persuade her to arrive March 7 and be at our book club IF we wanted to take a break from the plan and read her new book, Wild Rose. It's had rave reviews and is really a great story. http://www.quillandquire.com/review/wild-rose/
Sharon is a wonderful writer and would be a treat. Should I go for it? Feel free to say no. Being a new member, I don't know if it is terribly rude to request a plan change.
Sharon is a wonderful writer and would be a treat. Should I go for it? Feel free to say no. Being a new member, I don't know if it is terribly rude to request a plan change.
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Thank You Julia!
Our book club rocks! Last night's discussion and hosting proved that we have something very very special. I often brag that this book club is like no other. We read the books, we talk about the books and we invent interesting ways to explore the books, all while eating great food, drinking wine and respecting the code that "what's discussed in book club stays in book club."
Our newest member did a fine job hosting. Thank you Julia (and Carl) for opening your home and feeding us so well in your super cute bungalow. Also congratulations on your pregnancy. There are many in the group who can offer advice and guidance -- just ask.
While there were mixed reviews about MLP's writing, the group really appreciated the format that she used and the discussion and writing exercise was one of the best ones in our history. Thank you Christine for facilitating an interesting approach to the book. Our members write pretty well -- despite everyone's protests that they couldn't. The stories were beautiful, heartfelt and honest. They told of discovery, personal growth, heartbreak and recovery. There were even some good titles like: Dear Gateway and Dear Mr. You Still haven't found what you're looking for.
Next month's book is The Story of My Teeth by Valeria Luiselli.
As always - it is an honour to be in the company of the book club members.
Our newest member did a fine job hosting. Thank you Julia (and Carl) for opening your home and feeding us so well in your super cute bungalow. Also congratulations on your pregnancy. There are many in the group who can offer advice and guidance -- just ask.
While there were mixed reviews about MLP's writing, the group really appreciated the format that she used and the discussion and writing exercise was one of the best ones in our history. Thank you Christine for facilitating an interesting approach to the book. Our members write pretty well -- despite everyone's protests that they couldn't. The stories were beautiful, heartfelt and honest. They told of discovery, personal growth, heartbreak and recovery. There were even some good titles like: Dear Gateway and Dear Mr. You Still haven't found what you're looking for.
Next month's book is The Story of My Teeth by Valeria Luiselli.
As always - it is an honour to be in the company of the book club members.
Friday, January 1, 2016
Dear Mr You our 2016 Book Club meeting Jan 4 @ Julia's home
Just a reminder of our assignment to write a short (or long) letter to a Mr. You (or even a Ms You) from your personal memoirs. In the spirit of Mary Louise Parker, lets do some creative writing to head off the new year.
It doesn't have to be too personal, and doesn't have to be serious or even well written. Keep it simple and if you prefer, we can even be anonymous. It will be fun for each of us to read someone else's letter. If you cannot attend the book club, just send me your letters directly. Have fun writing them - I haven't started mine - waiting for inspiration to strike...
Looking forward to an interesting book club.
It doesn't have to be too personal, and doesn't have to be serious or even well written. Keep it simple and if you prefer, we can even be anonymous. It will be fun for each of us to read someone else's letter. If you cannot attend the book club, just send me your letters directly. Have fun writing them - I haven't started mine - waiting for inspiration to strike...
Looking forward to an interesting book club.
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