Be thinking of the month and book you want to select for next year.  These are my theme ideas, and (here are more suggestions):

• January- self-improvement

• February- romance

• March- non-fiction

• April- classic

• May- chic lit or mother/daughter story

• June- freebie! group vote (or best-seller?)

• July-American History (historical fiction will do)

• August- childrens' or young adult

• September-Biography

• October- Mystery/Fantasy/sci-fi

• November- (Begets gratitude)

• December- Christmas theme

If you can think of other suggestions, let me know because I am totally open to changing any/all of these to better suit your tastes.  I have heard some groups like to do fantasy and a sci-fi in seperate months, and we could do a business/finance, and or poetry month.  Some people do a summer bbq, or have one month where they invite guests (ex. husbands) or another cool idea was to have everyone read any book they want around a similar theme and then everyone shares their personal pick, so there will have been 12 books read in one month rather than all the same one.  Just throwing ideas out there, but if you like it the way it is, I do too!   

The hostess picks the book

Some ladies were kind enough to host and use book suggestions from other club members our first year.  But after seeing it play out, it is worth the extra time to pick out a book you would rate 5 stars and recommend personally for the month you host.  Two reasons: It is always fun to discover why she chose the book, and she is guaranteed to be there for the discussion.  Of course, all selections will get a final approval from our review board just to be safe.

The Help September 16th at Jessica's hosted by Andrea

The Help by Kathryn Stockett was an instant book club favorite across the nation, and has since become a movie!  Although I haven't seen the film myself, I've heard raving reviews from friends of my last book club. 

If anyone is interested in a girls late night out, I'd love to go see it after book club at 10:15 (if it's still showing) at the District Megaplex 20.  Who's up for it!?  Andrea had no idea that her timing would be so perfect.  We'll gather at Jessica Tidwell's house (5497 W. Sondrio St.) at 8 p.m. on September 16th.  One thing I'm looking forward to, is the insight Andrea has because she grew up in Tennessee and may have a slightly more insightful point of view than I can come up with.  Comment if you want to go to the movie, if you have a copy of the book to lend, or if you want to borrow it. 

See you sooner than later!

Lissa Lowry Lead us to Love and Light

Like all amazing teachers, Lissa Lowry was perfectly prepared to review Remembering Issac with a basketful of questions that we each got a turn to draw and discuss.  The story consisted mostly of a young potter, named Jake, starting his career as a replacement of a fourth generation potter. He had wisdom and love unparalleled which he delicately gave to anyone willing to learn.  Local residents stopped in at the shop to share the amazing impact Issac had had on them in often the most pivotal time of their lives.  The story took us through the ups and downs of Jake's summer journey that also included a discovery of his dreams.

Seemingly everyone liked some aspect of the book.  Andrea Burt was half way through the second book because she enjoyed it so much.  Although this was a self-published, series beginner, it was enough to keep us smiling.  I would have appreciated a little more gratitude from the main character, but Lissa put it perfectly.  It's like a woman who always wanted to be a mother, then marries a man who has five kids.  It can seem sudden, and overwhelming, with moments of questioning "what did I get myself into?"  But in the end, she probably wouldn't want it any other way. Thanks for shedding your light and demonstrating your love, Lissa.  You could soften any heart with your ability to understand where someone is coming from!

We also enjoyed a delectable coconut brownie, I don't remember what it's called, but if our fabulous hostess is willing to share the recipe, I'll pass it on.  Thanks again for hosting Ms. Lowry, we loved every minute of being in your home with you!

Go go go Joseph! And Kayleen, and Kelsey!

Just a spontaneous post in support of some of our club members and their talented relations.  Joseph and the Technicolor Dream Coat was a fabulous production, the main character, Ryan Hoskins (husband of Kelsey) was incredible!  If you went on another night, or have better pictures, feel free to e-mail them to me and I'll post them. 

Lissa Lowry, Brittany Lovendahl, & Natalie Griffith ready for the show to begin!

The beautiful talents Kayleen Pemberton & Hubby

The ever so amazing Joseph aka Kelsey Hoskins man.

Lissa Lowry Egyptian style!

Behind the scenes wonder woman and stage manager, Kelsey Hoskins

 

 

If you have talents or know of talents of other club members that you've snapped a picture of and are willing to share, I'd love to do another "talent" post mentioning them all. 

Remebering Isaac? Not until August 26th

Hopefully everyone has already got the message that we are postponing book club until next week.  Let's meet at Lissa Lowry's home 5776 West 12900 South at 8 p.m., Friday August 26th.  It's tucked behind a couple other houses just west of Silver Crest Elementary.  If you want a ride, I'd love to fill my Suburban full of bookworms!  Please post a comment if you've got a copy of the book to share or if you need to borrow one. 

August Selection: Remembering Isaac

This wildly popular book Remembering Isaac was chosen by our August hostess, Lissa Lowry on recommendation from Adrianne Mortensen.  Although it is one of the longer books of the year, the raving reviews imply that you'll be left wanting to read the two books that follow. 

So, join us August 19th at 8 p.m. for a chance to discuss and dissect this marvelous morsel of literature whether  or not you've ever come to a Herriman Book Club Hub evening.  Surely, Ms. Lowry will not disappoint.