Every first Saturday of the month, I meet a group of ladies to talk about a book we read the previous month.
Due to my health situation, I read a LOT of fiction this year. Over 50 now. I enjoyed most of the books. I am actually worried about what type of book I would write when the caliber of books out there has gone up so much.
There was a book I read - different from the ones I usually read. For some reason, I wanted the group of girls to read it. More than the story, I felt like there were some heavy topics discussed in the book that culturally women do not open up about. Having it being discussed in a novel to then talk about in a book club is a fantastic way to address heavy topics.
Just like I was hoping, we took 2 hours this morning to talk about the book. We were more open and vulnerable about the topics due to the book.
I want to write that type of book. The one that allows people to think and debate about things that are important but nor discussed. That can bring people who experience those things together and to open up.
Due to my health situation, I read a LOT of fiction this year. Over 50 now. I enjoyed most of the books. I am actually worried about what type of book I would write when the caliber of books out there has gone up so much.
There was a book I read - different from the ones I usually read. For some reason, I wanted the group of girls to read it. More than the story, I felt like there were some heavy topics discussed in the book that culturally women do not open up about. Having it being discussed in a novel to then talk about in a book club is a fantastic way to address heavy topics.
Just like I was hoping, we took 2 hours this morning to talk about the book. We were more open and vulnerable about the topics due to the book.
I want to write that type of book. The one that allows people to think and debate about things that are important but nor discussed. That can bring people who experience those things together and to open up.