Other Recommended Lists Suggested Links How to Start a Book Club Advertise in your local newspaper, library, church, and bookstore. Make sure you are explicit about the fact that it is a club of people who read the same book and then discuss it.
Some people associate a book club with ordering books at a reduced cost.
Look for a diverse group of people. If all your members have similar attitudes and viewpoints, your book discussions will be short and lackluster. Your book club may also fade into oblivion. Hold your first meeting to discuss the rules or standards your club will follow. Ask all your prospective members to come with two book suggestions.