November Book Discussions At New Canaan Library

From: New Canaan Library

October 27, 2023

November Library Book Discussions for Adults

New readers are always welcome!

Can't Sleep Thrillers Book Club

Wednesday, November 1 at 7:00 pm.

Pulse-racing, jaw-dropping, and shiver-inducing books are always in season. Join the librarian-led book group for books with psychological mayhem, dubious mysteries, and plot twists.

During this meeting we will discuss Shutter Island by Dennis Lehane.

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Notable Reads Book Group

Thursday, November 2 at 11:15 am.

This group reads broadly, with a focus on literary award winners and well-reviewed fiction, translations, and indie bookstore reads.

At this meeting we will discuss The Yellow House by Sarah M. Broom.

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The Romance Lovers Book Group

Wednesday, November 15 at 6:00 pm.

Calling all Romance Lovers! Join the Romance Lovers Book Group to read and discuss Romance novels across all subgenres.

At this meeting we will discuss Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston.

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BookTok Book Group

Wednesday, November 29 at 6:00 pm.

Are you on BookTok and Bookstagram? Are you constantly seeing the same books over and over again? Have you ever wondered why they are so well loved? Join us to read and discuss books that are trending on Social Media.

This month we are discussing The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune.

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The Next Chapter Book Discussion is a social, community-based book club for older teens and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, who enjoy reading or listening to stories. At every bi-weekly meeting, each member is offered a turn to read, regardless of their reading level.

Tuesday, November 7 at 4:30pm.

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Tuesday, November 21 at 4:30pm.

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For our Private Book Groups

New Canaan Library purchases new titles in sets of six and can obtain multiple copies of older (6 months post-publication) titles via Interlibrary Loan.

Please visit the library to explore the 125 + discussion-worthy titles for your book group.

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