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Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at other book clubs? Every month on ReadingGroupGuides.com we feature interviews with book clubs and learn things like what keeps a group going strong, what books have provided the best discussions, any traditions or memorable moments, and much more.

Here we introduce four of these groups, and you can click through to read their interviews.

If you'd like to tell us all about your book club, click here to answer our interview questions.


Charlie Kids
This online-based book club for kids and teens has more than 45,000 members in 26 countries. Member Scarlett Ingram talks about how they organize chapter meetings in different communities and the three authors whose works the group most often discusses.

The Messenger Library Book Group
Janan Hudek Foster organizes a library book group in North Aurora, Illinois. Along with describing ways in which the group enlivens discussions, she reveals the book that had the most profound effect on members.

The Overdue Book Club
A member of this Palm City, Florida, reading group talks about the importance of flexibility when selecting books and interacting with fellow members, shares some of their favorite titles --- and explains the origin of the club's name.

The Ultimate Book Club
Together 11 years and counting, this book club in Culver City, California, takes pride in thinking outside the box and making their gatherings unique and fun. They often incorporate themed activities or field trips into their discussions and participate in community outreach activities.