It’s a Novel Network Out There
By Susan McBeth, founder and CEO, Novel Network™ and Adventures by the Book®. “Books are something social – a writer speaking to a reader – so I think making the reading of a book the center of a social event, the meeting of a book club, is a brilliant idea.” –...
A Bridge Across the Ocean by Susan Meissner
ABOUT: Perfect for readers of Sarah’s Key, and The Nightingale Wartime intrigue spans the lives of three women—past and present—in this emotional novel from Susan Meissner, the acclaimed author of As Bright as Heaven. February, 1946. World War Two is over, but...
Susie Orman Schnall – Writer and Speaker
from author's website Susie Orman Schnall is the author of four novels: Her thought-provoking debut, ON GRACE (2014, SparkPress), is about turning 40. THE BALANCE PROJECT (2015, SparkPress), is about work-life balance and was inspired by The Balance Project interview...
Renée Rosen Wows the Mrs. Wonderful Book Group!
Renée Rosen received rave reviews from the Mrs. Wonderful Book Group. About their book club's personal visit with Renée Rosen, book club manager Kathy had this to say: "What a success our evening was with Renee! Our book group usually spends about 15 minute discussing...
The Most Excellent Book Club Enjoys a Personal Appearance by Kitty Morse
Kitty Morse was invited to join The Most Excellent Book Club in Scripps Ranch, California for an in-person visit, arranged via NovelNetwork.com. Book club manager Carey (pictured with Kitty) and her book club listened with delight as Kitty "chatted away" about Morocco...
Patricia Bracewell – Author of Historical Fiction
from author's website I was born and raised in Los Angeles and spent much of my childhood curled up on a sofa with my nose in a book. Usually it was a novel set in England, although why someone who grew up amid Southern California’s dry hills and sunshine would be so...
I’ll Stay by Karen Day
ABOUT: In this compelling, emotionally complex novel by Karen Day, a college friendship sparks a life-changing sacrifice that connects two women forever--even as it shatters their closeness . . .“Let her go. I’ll stay.”There are some decisions you can never unmake....
Once Removed by Colette Sartor
ABOUT: The women in the linked short story collection Once Removed carry the burdens imposed in the name of intimacy―the secrets kept, the lies told, the disputes initiated―as well as the joy that can still manage to triumph. A singer with a damaged voice...
Claire Fullerton – Award Winning Author
from author's website I’ve always known I'm a storyteller. Having been born in Wayzata, Minnesota (the homeland of my father) and transplanted at the age of ten to Memphis, Tennessee (the homeland of my mother,) I learned early that the art of observation can be an...
Renée Rosen – Bestselling Author of Historical Fiction
from author's website Renée Rosen is the bestselling author of historical fiction. Her novels include Windy City Blues, White Collar Girl, What the Lady Wants and Dollface as well as the young adult novel, Every Crooked Pot. Her most recent...
A Corral of New Books for 2020
by NovelNetwork Our NovelNetwork posse of authors has rounded up quite an impressive herd of new books for 2020! As your bookclubs plan their 2020 schedule and book selections, be sure to include these much anticipated releases from our NovelNetwork authors (listed in...