====Great Book Group Reads====

**Characteristics that appeal to many book groups:**

  * A moral crisis - did the character make the right decision?
  * Ambiguous endings and plot twists.
  * Books with wide appeal - think about the Nancy Pearl appeal elements of story, setting, language and character.

**Points to consider:**

  * Is the book readily discussable? What will the book group talk about?
  * How long is the book? Do your group members have enough time to invest in a book that is 300+ pages long?
  * What is the tone of the book?
  * Can book groups suggest titles for purchase?
  * Aim for a variety of titles in fiction and non-fiction? Consider short stories and poetry as part of the mix.
  * Buy books with the largest print you can. Trade paperbacks are ideal. Consider ebooks.
  * Consider if the title is available as large print, audiobook, or film - this may be important for some groups
  * Will enough of your book groups want to read this book to make it a worthwhile investment?


**If you are looking to start a reading group, have a look at the book club lists from other libraries:**

[[https://rrl.nsw.gov.au/book-club/|Riverina Regional Library]]

[[https://www.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au/library/services/book-clubs|Warringah Library]]

[[http://www.library.wsc.nsw.gov.au/our-services/book-club-kits|Wingecarribee Public Library]]

[[https://www.crl.nsw.gov.au/services/readers-corner/book-clubs/|Clarence Regional Library]]