A smart woman is a well-read woman. We asked women of color to name their favorite books penned by other women of color and the books posted below were their responses! Some men chimed in too! From historic biographies to romance novels, you’ll find them below! Go ahead! Pick up that book you’ve always wanted to read and start your own book club today! Don’t wait for tomorrow, start now and enjoy a great bonding experience with family and friends!
Tips on Starting a Book Club
1- Pick a book and ask family and friends to join you for a fun evening of discourse. Limit the group to 10 people. Ask your family and friends to invite someone. Ask church members, club members, and folks you meet at the gym to join.
2- Set the meeting date as soon as the group is formed. Give everyone about 3 weeks to read the first book, if the book is lengthy give more time. E-mail or text reminders to the group.
3- For the first meeting decide the rules for the group, decide on how the next book will be chosen by the group, and set penalties for the non-readers. (Example, those that don’t read have to buy the next book for the group!). Don’t be afraid to add members as folks drop out of the group.
Start by selecting your first book below!
Must Reads – Highly Recommended Books by Women of Color. Double-click on the book to get reviews and pricing information, and to buy the book on Amazon.
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