Starting a book club

I've started a book club. Yes, there are only myself and one other member, but who cares. The purpose of book clubs, in my opinon, is to share thoughts and reactions to writings. Book clubs expand people's horizons pushing them to read titles that they normally wouldn't.

The Shelex Literary Pose is just myself and a bestie. We do not live in the same state, so I thought this would be another great way to keep in touch. After all, we were both looking for new books to read at the same time, why not enjoy the book together.

The first selection is The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd. It is a work that was picked up by Oprah's book club, so right there is a reason I wouldn't have normally read it. I like to stay away from book fads until they have proven the test of time. I like to steer clear of books that are overly emotional or sappy because I feel they do not contribute to my life in a productive way; they do not make me think. Everyone reads for different reasons (or chooses not to read), same as movie watching or t.v. viewings. Our reasons may be different but they are what propels us to pick a certain activity. I read to expand my thoughts and consider new ideas. So far, this is a great book for that.

Who knows what the next title will be for the Shelex Literary Pose, but I'm hoping it will be eye opening for me and leave men questioning certain ideas. I like to read books that stick with you and make it hard to think about much else.