A reader's circle is a book club where people attend with whatever they're reading. The only structure is if participants decide to have an 'optional book.' Otherwise, people just bring their own books, articles, magazines, and conversation goes from there.
The idea is to loosen the usual format so participants can select their own reading and attend if they're still in the middle of a book. Conversation inevitably covers the books brought and many other subjects as well.
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If Only I Were God Frank M. Fanella If God exists, why does He allow so much pain and suffering? It is a question at the center of many arguments against the existence of God and a conundrum that stumps even the most devout worshipers. What do we make of pain and suffering? What does it cost us? What is its value? How can an all-loving God allow for world catastrophe... |
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Elly Uncomposed Valerie Niemerg Rehearsal pianist Elizabeth Kirtenpepper loves her cramped, corner studio and the cool, unseen depths of the orchestra pit. But when she's mysteriously transported into a real-life 18th-century opera—The Marriage of Figaro—Elizabeth finds herself in a very different kind of pit: the scullery of the ruthless and domineering Count... |
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The Great Derangement Amitav Ghosh Are we deranged? The acclaimed Indian novelist Amitav Ghosh argues that future generations may well think so. How else to explain our imaginative failure in the face of global warming? Ghosh examines our inability—in literature, history, politics—to grasp the scale and violence of... |
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Daughter of Drum Mountain: The Remarkable Life of Muriel Caldwell Pilley Gail Pilley Harris This is the story of a brilliant woman who struggled to understand Christianity in the midst of war, loss, and depression. |
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Dog Girl Gabi Justice A video of Kendall's harrowing rescue of an abused pit bull from the path of an oncoming train goes viral. Suddenly, everyone wants a piece of Kendall, making her social anxiety worse. But this is an opportunity to put the rescue in the spotlight and secure the donations needed to save it. Delray Dog Rescue doesn't just... |
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Once Upon a Nashville Night L. A. Wilson From 1953 through 1967, Nashville's Centennial Park hosted a Nativity scene so grand, it stretched the length of the Parthenon, captivating visitors from all fifty states and many foreign countries, earning its place as the largest in the world at the time. Behind this beloved holiday tradition were three remarkable... |
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Rejection&Revenge KM Neale Livia Bowman has been commissioned to write a formulaic detective novel for adaptation to a television mini-series – something to compete with the likes of Vera and Morse. At the same time, she’s living her own mystery: someone is threatening to kill her and her husband – insanely jealous of the happiness they’ve found together. To throw him... |
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Blessings Abound: Awaken to the Gifts at Hand Katherine Scherer & Eileen Bodoh With this book, Katherine Scherer and Eileen Bodoh serve as our guides to revealing them, glorifying them, and super-charging them. Drawing upon inner experiences and wisdom, from ancient and contemporary sources, including Native American lore and the... |
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Law of Zero Chad Michael Hardy In this inspirational cross between self-help and memoir, Chad Michael Hardy chronicles his journey from a strict Mormon upbringing to self-acceptance and true authenticity. Facing discrimination and a crisis of faith due to living inauthentically, Hardy embraced the transformative law of Zero to get unstuck, find balance, and unlock... |
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The Watsons Rose Servitova Emma Watson returns to her family home after fourteen years with her wealthy and indulgent aunt. Now more refined than her siblings, Emma is shocked by her sisters' flagrant and desperate attempts to ensnare a husband. To the surprise of the neighbourhood, Emma immediately attracts the attention... |
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The Disciple's Wife Marilyn Malcolm Sarah never meant to follow Jesus. She was following her husband. Chasing after him. Trying to save him from the cult of a false messiah. In her pursuit, she wonders why only she seems to hear this charlatan proclaim himself to be God, again and again. And in her journey, she begins to recognize the truth. Wander the deserts and valleys... |
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Strengthening Your Identity Mwati Mwila We all know life has its ups and downs, but when Mwati Mwila was diagnosed with bipolar disorder while a college student, she thought her life would mostly be down from that point on. Not understanding why she had been chosen to suffer, she found herself on an incredible... |
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Wonderkid Robert Scott Ross Keith Ferguson is a scout for a middling Italian soccer club. He and his boss are in jeopardy of losing their jobs when Keith discovers Remigio, a once-promising Brazilian player who mysteriously refuses to play for his Russian League club. Watching Remigio in practice, Keith is astounded by his abilities. Remigio strikes a deal with Keith... |
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The Black Girl in the Classroom Theodore Timms Theodore Timms is an award-winning former principal. Accolades include multiple 'Principal of the Year' awards, Master Principal status, and various excellence awards. His handbook for educators addresses a need for inclusion. Black schoolgirls are an 'at risk' group. This book shows you how to give... |
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My Grandfather's Clocks Gregory Gerard Allison After receiving praise from watchmakers, engineers, and Golden Age Hollywood celebrities in 1940s Los Angeles, the Charles Allison Collection disappeared. This treasure trove contained thirteen hand-crafted timepieces—including a mystery clock—which had received kudos from Gene Krupa (drummer... |
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Trinity - The Awakening Anthony T. Jackson After the sudden death of her son, Trinity is searching for something. Anything to get her away from the pain of an empty home, a broken heart, and the monotony of a government desk job. To her, the solution is obvious. The only way for Trinity to escape is for her to end it all. She never expects the ancient style of Kung Fu, |
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