Book Club Wednesday: June 4
The Rosie Project: A Novel by Graeme Simsion
Simon & Schuster has created a nice landing page for the paperback release of The Rosie Project. Book clubs can find a reading group guide, watch the trailer (below), and even enter to win 10 copies for their book club. Author, Graeme Simsion, is on Twitter, as is the protagonist of the story, Professor Don Tillman.
The Yonahlossee Riding Camp for Girls by Anton DiSclafani
Anton DiSclafani’s website includes reviews, interviews, and other anecdotal material, including this piece by Ron Charles, who wondered if difficult pronunciations (of both title and author in this case) deter sales or book club selections. Riverhead included a reader’s guide, and DiSclafani is active on Facebook.
The Ocean at the End of the Lane: A Novel by Neil Gaiman
Neil Gaiman is on Facebook and Twitter. His website features extra writings, videos, and other cool stuff. Just click on the tab that reads Cool Stuff and Things.
One Summer: America, 1927 by Bill Bryson
History lovers and non-fiction book clubs might enjoy this. Bryson’s website is full of useful information, and he is on Facebook.
And the Mountains Echoed by Khaled Hosseini
Facebook, website includes videos, podcasts, and hi-res media. A reading guide for book clubs can be found on here.
