Author and activist Kevin Powell delivered an address at the inaugural diversity symposium sponsored by professional basketball team the Atlanta Hawks. If you’re interested in bringing him to speak at your venue, inquire with us!
Author and activist Kevin Powell issues powerful calls to action
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Author Interview: Karen Abbott
What are some of the “teachable” moments in your book that make it work well for a Community Reads program? One of my main goals in writing LIAR, TEMPTRESS, SOLDIER, SPY was to highlight forgotten heroines of the Civil War, on both sides of the conflict. History is usually written by, for, and about men, […]
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Author Interview: Matt Richtel
What do you like about the Common Reads structure as a literary event format, and how do you think Deadly Wandering resonates with community members? What I love about the format is that community reads inspires one of the most powerful influences in our lives: informed conversation and debate. At the risk of sounding hyperbolic, […]
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A Look At: Point Loma Nazarene, Writer’s Symposium by the Sea
Would you tell us a bit about your program? For instance how long has Point Loma Nazarene been hosting the Symposium by the Sea, how did it get started, and how has it changed over the years? The Writer’s Symposium By The Sea is in its 21st year (next one is Feb. 16-19, 2016), and […]
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What’s in a Name?
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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Common Reads with Sizzle… History: Author Karen Abbott and Centre County Reads 2016.
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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Author Mitchell Zuckoff and 13 Hours: The Inside Account of What Really Happened in Benghazi
Celebrate Women’s History Month!
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.
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Author David Sheff and the Heroin Epidemic
Great Common Reads Choices!
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.
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