Title: Reading Oprah : how Oprah's book club changed the way America reads /
Authors: Farr, Cecilia Konchar, 1958-
Publisher: State University of New York Press,
Year: 2005
Subjects: Winfrey, Oprah Influence.; American fiction History and criticism Theory, etc.; Book clubs (Discussion groups) United States History; Fiction Appreciation United States History; Books and reading United States History
Abstract: "Oprah's Book Club sparked a revolution among readers by bringing serious contemporary novels to the attention of a wider audience. The Oprah's Book Club seal on a book led to instant fame and bestseller status for authors - but, how did Oprah change the way America reads and values books? Reading Oprah suggests that Oprah initiated an all-important mantra - trust readers. Not only did the public start reading accessible novels, but they also would snatch up formidable titles and read them with a growing confidence and skill. Then, they would talk about them, giving them a life beyond the reader and text."--Jacket.
Contents: Introduction : Oprah's reading revolution -- Reading Oprah -- Oprah reading -- Readers talking -- Talking readers -- Conclusion : the triumph of cultural democracy.