Contrary to what many coordinators assume, a famous author doesn’t always ensure instant success for their Common Reads Program. Librarians who rely on circulation numbers are often missing out on up-and-coming titles; university administrators who require a book-to-film component are underestimating their readers; and most importantly, venues that insist on visiting authors with household name […]
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Centre County Reads, a Community Reads Program in Pennsylvania heading into its 14th year of programming, is delighted to welcome author Karen Abbot—dubbed the pioneer of “sizzle history”—in April of 2016. This year’s selection Liar, Temptress, Soldier, Spy, is not only a common reads favorite… it has all the makings for a read that is […]
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Mitchell Zuckoff, NYT bestselling author and award-winning investigative journalist, presents the definitive story of what happened in Benghazi, Libya, from the perspective of the six operatives on the ground who went beyond the call of duty to avert tragedy on a much larger scale.
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It’s not too late to schedule a fabulous speaker for Women’s History Month celebrations in March 2016, a month devoted to recognizing, honoring, and celebrating achievements of American women. March 2016 is a time to stop and reflect on how women’s roles have changed; to share stories of what was, what is, and what is yet to come; and to invite readers of all ages and sexes to learn about and celebrate how U.S. culture has impacted and been changed by women, evolving over the centuries.
Read More » Karen Abbott  Liar, Temptress, Soldier, Spy |  Meg Waite Clayton  The Race for Paris |  Ginny Gilder  Course Correction |  Jonathan Eig  The Birth of the Pill |
Based on our experience and the feedback we get from hundreds of Common Reads event planners, certain titles simply have all the “it” factors needed to create the perfect Common Reads book. If you’re looking for a Community Reads, All Campus, or First Year Experience selection, consider these award-winning authors.
Read More » Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni  One Amazing Thing |  David Treuer  Rez Life |  Matt Richtel  A Deadly Wandering |  Sy Montgomery  Soul of an Octopus |
Books In Common recently coordinated an interview between Margaret Simon, public-relations coordinator for the Shaker Heights Public Library, and Anthony Doerr in anticipation of his upcoming Books In Common-arranged visit in October 2015. Anthony Doerr is the author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel All the Light We Cannot See.
Read More »Book Review: Liar Temptress Soldier Spy by Karen Abbott – and –
Book Review: Where Am I Eating? by Kelsey Timmerman
Books In Common asked Ellen Urbani, author of Landfall, a few questions about her just-published book and her experience at literary events. Landfall was released August 11, 2015, and follows the path of two young girls as they deal with the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans, La.
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Author and speaker Kelsey Timmerman was featured recently on Indianapolis News Wish-TV to talk about his most recent book Where Am I Eating: An Adventure Through the Global Food Economy and the path our food takes to get to us in grocery stores.
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Author and speaker Marja Mills, whose debut memoir The Mockingbird Next Door has taken her on many speaking engagements coordinated by Books In Common, recently addressed the question of whether she thinks author Harper Lee could have been strong-armed into releasing Go Set a Watchman in an interview with CNN. Ms. Mills’ memoir revolves around […]
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