I havent read jenny colgan yet but i do have her the bookshop on the corner sitting in my toread folder on my kindle. You can read the book at any point in the month or if youve already read it, tell us what you think. There is something here for everyone, even if you dont celebrate christmas specifically. Apr 11, 2018 if you find yourself rushed and frazzled during a busy week and have absolutely no clue about what to cook for your book club meeting, fear not. Make your book club evening even more special by preparing a menu that carries out the theme of your book. In general, appetizers and smallbite foods are good choices for a book club. This simple step before you get started will help everyone get engaged in the book discussion. Tis the season for long afternoons spent nestled in a cozy reading nook and immersed in a fantastic new book. There are plenty of classic holiday books like a christmas carol and fun ones to read to kids like the polar express, but for your book club you want something new something that inspires. A great many book clubs make a point of theming the food they serve each month to the book theyre discussing. Starting a book club fab book club recommendations. Sienna livermore contributing editor sienna livermore is a contributing editor at and covering bestselling products and. I read them a few years ago now, theyre basically mystery stories based around christmas. Theres plenty of great food floating around at christmas time.
Vintage meets modern in these clever and crafty librarianinspired book club party ideas created by zandra and karen june, of the blog little. We had an awesome christmas book exchange on december 2. During book club meetings there is a fair amount of socializing and having a good time. Baking game to the next level with these christmas candy recipes. Mar 31, 2014 we fell in love with steinbecks ouevre when we read east of eden in our book club, zandra and karen said. Nov 01, 2017 these 12 festive books for book club are light and easy options that feature the joy of the season light romance, family, food and wine, and a little magic. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Cute food ideas here and this bookworms idea would make a. Get your bookloving friends together, and throw a book club party. An intersting christmas book of short stories is the christmas tree of tales by s. Sienna livermore contributing editor sienna livermore is a contributing editor at and covering bestselling.
You could either create a book club entirely around a single theme, or use themes to narrow your focus for each month. Sep 23, 2019 looking for fun christmas party themes to take your winter celebration to the next level. Themed book clubfood pairings general discussion meal. Shes a huge reader and is in a book club so thought this year id go with a theme and give her gifts related to her love of reading. May 29, 2018 then you can do no wrong by picking up one or more of these excellent and creative book club gifts. In general, appetizers and smallbite foods are good choices for a book club party. If your book club is succeeding, your readers will care enough about each other. New book club food mom 67 ideas book club party ideas favorite things 20 ideas for 2019 book club inspired water bottles excerpts from book replace water bottle wrapper. My book club only does books that involve food, but we cook dinner ourselves rather than eating in a restaurant. Menu for a bookclub meeting fab book club recommendations. Choose from options like reindeer games and a very mariah christmas to enchant your guests at your. See more ideas about christmas holidays, christmas diy and christmas decorations. Book club ladies night party ideas photo 1 of 7 see more.
Use this list of book club menus for ideas or search for specific themes or cuisines. For a time, i was in a lovely, civilized san francisco dinner book club where couples sat down and discussed a book over dinner. Book club ideas party themes and ideas country living magazine. Weve got a great list of some real winner dinners that are not only delicious and homey, but are still pretty enough to impress everyone. For example, last thursday evening i hosted book club at my house. Jul 14, 2017 youre going to want to bookmark this list sienna livermore contributing editor sienna livermore is a contributing editor at and covering bestselling. This year, try one of these festive winter holiday or christmas books for book clubs as you pass the hot cocoa and wrap up in cozy blanket. Or you could split the difference and focus on christmas day at hogwarts start knitting. That morning, i opened the side door to see a huge package from ghirardelli, full to the brim with their holiday squares for easter. Book clubs often switch the theme of their reading conversation to a book with a holiday theme. But i think the christmas party is my very favorite book club thursday, and we try our best to do it right.
Sep 21, 2009 ive got a christmas trilogy by mary and carol higgins clark. Can anyone recommend a great christmas book for me to read, please other than the dickens christmas books which are the. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Personalized book club christmas tree ornament 2019 colorful books meeting good bookworm novels mate bookish tradition gift friendship lovers organization best event year free customization. Get your book loving friends together, and throw a book club party. Book club party inspirations lots of fabulous ideas for hosting a book club party or maybe even a book exchange get creative with your bookloving friends. Whether for a group of two members or a larger group, these book club gifts will appeal to readers of all stripes. This christmasthemed book is the pure definition of a warm and. Whether youre picking your book club suggestions as a group or looking for the best book club books to choose from for an individual choice, these 29 options will have you covered. I love when sellers bundle items like this and give the buyer a discount. This party had a reading theme and we decorated the dessert table with a. Choose any of these delicious supper club menus and download our supper club playlist to make your party last.
Continue to the next slides for book club theme ideas. Here are a few top book club selections and coordinating menus that are sure to add a new depth of flavor to your discussions. Free returns 100% satisfaction guarantee fast shipping. This post and its photos may contain affiliate links. Book club gifts to give to your best and closest reading pals. I wanted to blog about it in case anyone wants some fun ideas for their book club. Nov 8, 2016 explore serendipity8356s board book club christmas party, followed. Sometimes its tough to choose the right read for your book club.
Mar 01, 2016 many of those book clubs serve meals, or at least dessert to accompany the discussion. Life as a food blogger awards many incredible perks. Aug 7, 2011 explore jmckphotographys board book club christmas party. Bookish christmas, xmas ornament, xmas gift ideas for friends, bibliophile, xmas gift. My current book club is not that organized, but we do serve something to nibble on while we catch up on life.
Book club party allrecipes allrecipes food, friends. See more ideas about book club parties, food presentation and food. Whether youre traveling for christmas or hunkering down at home, there will be plenty of time to start a new book or two or three over the holiday break. Mar 06, 2017 in my monthly book club, we often have a hard time selecting our next book because there are so many to choose from. I thought narrowing the field might help so i brainstormed some monthly book club theme ideas. Oct 01, 2007 there is a book, which i havent read yet but looks good, the christmas jars by jason f. Cafepress brings your passions to life with the perfect item for every occasion. Dec 14, 2012 posts about christmas party written by broadened horizons.
Suggestions for super fast and easy book club snacks home. The best new books to read during the holidays southern living. If you make a purchase through these links, i may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Scroll on to find genius ideas thatll make sure your book club party is a story for the ages. Sometimes the books theme or the era or setting in which the action takes place can. Wintersnowchristmas themed books general book discussions. If you have any suggestions for possible themes we can do for the book club, leave your suggestions. Were sharing 20 of the best book club books, plus the snacks and treats they pair so well with.
Serve the group a simple and delicious meal, let the wine flowand theyll want to have every meeting at your house. The next best book club looking for recommendations. Have joined my mums book club and she says they struggle with themes for what to read the next month they all read a book in the theme rather than the same book iyswim. Thanksgiving christmas new years super bowl valentines day mardi gras. Try one of these easy, elegant menus, designed to feed and impress. Weve got our favorite book club books, plus snacks and treats to fit the theme. Liven up your book club meetings by playing a quick game or two when your members first arrive. So you want to throw a bookfueled hohoholiday blowout. Come check out our giant selection of tshirts, mugs, tote bags, stickers and more.
Sometimes the book s theme or the era or setting in which the action takes place can help determine the menu. Of course, you will also discuss the latest book you are reading, but if that is all you do your meetings will soon become boring. From chicklit to historical fiction to nonfiction that reads like a novel, theres a book here for every book club. A really beautiful series edited by joe wheeler is the christmas in my heart series that has an anthology of stories about christmas. Mar 17, 2016 read the suggestions for super fast and easy book club snacks discussion from the chowhound home cooking, appetizer food community. Dec 17, 2014 you may not know this but i host a book club in my neighborhood. As an amazon associate i earn from qualifying purchases.
Book club parties are a good way to get friends together and have great discussion over appetizers, drinks, or brunch. The menu a little food and wine set the right tone for the evening. I dont know that this one would work for your club, but the stories are. Shake up a batch by combining apple brandy with pomegranate juice concentrate, fresh lime juice, and turbinado sugar. Just make sure you buy good quality fresh fish so you dont give anyone food poisoning. Sometimes the books theme or the era or setting in which the action takes place can help determine the menu.
If you want to make the sweaters book theme all the better. Whether your book club is a few close friends or a larger group, hosting a book club party still takes some amount of planning. They range from christmas eve in a snowbound scottish castle,memories of christmas in the early sixties,friends xmas reunion in london. As its december, we invite you to come and chat about any book youve read or are reading that is christmas themed from a christmas carol to something more current. Literary book decor, a surprising theme, cocktails of course, and even a book swap or a donation bin celebrate the true spirit of the month. Most bookstores sell some kind of bookthemed bag for an inexpensive price.