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When we think of book clubs or reading groups, we automatically think books and then maybe wine or delicious snacks, but I think sometimes we forget what book clubs are really about. People.  People who share our love of reading whether they share our opinions or not.

In today's post, regular contributor Jamie Layton tells us what books are jumping off the shelves at Duck's Cottage on the Outer Banks.  From national and international favorites to works by local authors, Jamie gives us the booksellers view for Summer 2010.  Any local favorites in your area? 

Today’s book clubs in the news post features lives being changed by books, books being changed by technology and Karl Rove.  What more could you ask for?

In today's guest post, Marjorie Hart author of SUMMER AT TIFFANY, tells the amazing story of her second chapter.  I'm inspired.   Enough said. The Second Chapter

Hey...we've all missed a book club meeting here or there.  We're busy, or out of town or maybe we just don't feel like going.  It happens.  But I'm here to encourage you to go if there is any way you can.  Your book club needs you.  If everyone just willy-nilly didn't show up there might only be one or two there and that's not exactly how it was meant to be.  So to that end, I have compiled a list of acceptable excuses for missing book club:

In today's post, Christina Baker Kline, author of BIRD IN HAND and THE WAY LIFE SHOULD BE shares the joys of her two very different book clubs.  If you're anything like me, you'd love to be a fly on the wall for the New York group!

In today's post, regular contributor Denise Neary talks about how lovely it is to read to your kids.  Take the idea and run with it... how 'bout a Bedtime Book Club at your house?

If you've got some men in your book club, or want to - or your book club is all men, this list is for you.  Nothing too sappy or sweet.  Perhaps a male author or male protagonist.  Maybe a manly man kind of story.  Check these titles out and let me know what you think!

Nine times out of ten, when an author is out promoting her new book, she is already hard at work on the next one.  Today's guest blogger, author Holly Chamberlin is no exception.  Her current book THE FAMILY BEACH HOUSE is in stores now and will be a wonderful addition to your summer reading.