No … not Bring Your Own Beer
It stands for Bring Your Own Book
Michelle at the Ocean Shores Library hosts a different kind of book club on the third Wednesday of each month from 5:00 to 6:00 pm. Attendees get to talk about the books they chose to read vs in traditional book clubs everyone reads the same book.
How can a book club benefit you?
1. Expands Knowledge and Perspectives
- Exposure to New Genres: Members are often introduced to books they might not have chosen themselves, broadening their literary horizons.
- Diverse Perspectives: Group discussions provide insights into how others interpret themes, characters, and ideas, deepening understanding.
2. Encourages Regular Reading
- Accountability: Having a set reading schedule motivates attendees to prioritize reading in their lives.
- Habit Building: Regular participation fosters a consistent reading habit.
3. Builds Community and Friendships
- Shared Interests: Connecting with others over a shared love for books fosters camaraderie.
- Social Interaction: Provides an opportunity to meet new people, share experiences, and form deeper friendships.
4. Improves Communication Skills
- Articulation: Discussing books helps attendees articulate their thoughts and opinions clearly.
- Active Listening: Participants practice listening to others’ viewpoints, which enhances understanding and empathy.
5. Offers Mental Stimulation
- Critical Thinking: Analyzing themes, characters, and plot twists engages the brain and promotes intellectual growth.
- Creativity Boost: Discussions often inspire creative thinking and new ideas.
6. Provides Emotional Benefits
- Stress Relief: Immersing in stories and discussing them in a supportive group can be therapeutic.
- Connection: Discussing emotional or challenging themes in books can help attendees feel less alone in their experiences.
7. Promotes Personal Growth
- Self-Reflection: Books often encourage introspection and deeper understanding of oneself and others.
- Confidence Building: Sharing opinions in a group can boost self-esteem and confidence.
8. Offers Fun and Entertainment
- Engaging Activity: Reading and discussing books is an enjoyable way to spend time.
- Themed Events: Many book clubs host themed meetings or activities that enhance the reading experience.
Whether for intellectual stimulation, social interaction, or personal growth, a book club can be a fulfilling experience for attendees.
We had a good BYOB meeting tonight, here is the list of books we discussed.
- Sister snake by Amanda Lee Coe Fiction/Fantasy
- What happened to Nina by Dervla McTiernan thriller
- How to kill men and get away with it by Kitty Collins mystery
- You like it darker by Stephen King fiction/horror short stories
- Rift in the soul by Faith Hunter Paranormal fiction
- A light in the dark by Audrey Green Paranormal fantasy fiction
- Booked for murder R.J. Blane Paranormal fiction
- Booked for kidnapping R. J. Blain Paranormal fiction
- Shards of glass by Michelle Sagara Fantasy fiction
- Feuds by Mercedes Lackey Fantasy
- Nocturne falls series by Kristin Painter Paranormal fiction
- Only cold depths by Jennifer Epstein Futuristic space Opera
- Bone labyrinth by James Rollins Suspense thriller
- Hitchhiker’s guide to the galaxy Sci-Fi
- City and it’s uncertain walls by Haruki Murakami Paranormal fantasy
- Billy Summers by Stephen King Fiction/horror
- Calamity of souls by David Baldacci Historical Fiction
- 11/23/63 by Stephen King Sci-Fic Fantasy
- No one can know by Kate Alice Marshall Thriller
- Blue Hour by Paula Hawkins Mystery
- Blue hour by Paula Hawkins Mystery
- Flowers in the attic by V.C. Andrews YA Suspense
Our next meeting is Wednesday, February 19th at 5 p.m.
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