It happens. You choose THE perfect Book Club Book for your next meeting, and you can’t find the Book Club Questions! That’s when you need General Book Club Questions.
You want to shout from the rooftop to everyone. READ THIS BOOK! It’s that good.
What can you do if you need General Book Club Questions?
The first thing I always do is visit the publisher and author’s websites and look for a reader’s guide. Usually, there are some interesting facts or pictures about the book.
This will give you a little something extra to discuss. And don’t forget the author bios; they’re always worth reading.
I then used the General Book Club Questions with my gathered information. It gives everyone a more meaningful look into the book. Here are the General Book Club Questions pdf
General Book Club Questions
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Why was the book selected? Is there anything unique about this book, such as writing style, structure, or subject matter? Did it enhance or distract from the story?
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How did the book make you feel while reading it? Did you like the book immediately, or did it take you some time to become committed? Why?
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What was the central theme of the book? How did the time period or setting impact the plot? Does it translate to today’s standards?
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Who are the central characters? Are there any characters that you particularly liked or disliked? Why? Would you have changed anything about the characters? Could any of the characters be omitted from the book?
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Is there any specific passage or storyline that you connected with on an emotional level? What feelings did it evoke? Was there one single event that was the turning point in the book?
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Did the book alter your perception in any way? Will it change your outlook on future topics or decisions?
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Why do you think the author choose to write about this subject? Have you read any books by this author before?
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After turning the last page, what was your immediate reaction? Did it change over time?
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Would you recommend this book to other Book Clubs? Why?
So what else do you need for a successful Book Club meeting besides the discussion questions? It’s always appreciated when you have a little something to snack on while chatting. Wine and cheese are always my go-to when pressed for time. Visit our blog post on Small Bites for Book Clubs for more ideas.
Happy reading!
Andrea
