Points to Consider While Reading and Discussing Books

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Some things to think about while you read your book. Perhaps if you find it difficult to remember what you want to say about your book in a meeting, you could write these points down, and jot anything you come up with as you read your book.

• Do you love it, loathe it, or really not care either way? Why?

• What do you think are the main themes of the book?

• Are these themes similar to anything else you, or your group have read?

• Are the character real and convincing enough for you? Why?

• Do you love or hate any of the characters? Why?

• Is there a moment in the book that is especially memorable for you? Why?

• Does the book have a message? What is the message?

• Does it tell you anything about the author?

• Do you want to read more by the same author?

• Does it remind you of anything else? Another novel? A poem? A piece of music? A personal experience?

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