Building Sustainable Book Discussion Groups

Building book discussion groups that thrive and last can be a challenge for any library. Together, we will explore proven tips and tricks to cultivate and revitalize an existing book group or launch a brand new one. Learn how to boost attendance in your face-to-face groups and explore the possibilities for building online groups.

Scheduled Dates

November 17, 2026, 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Registation closes Nov 13, 2026 8:30am CT

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Learning objectives for this session may include:
  • Identify types of book clubs
  • Discuss ways to enhance your book club
  • Identify tools to promote / organize your book club
  • Explore recent trends in book clubs
Session Duration
This course consists of one 2-hour session.
Contact Hours
2

Instructor(s)

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Kyla Hunt portrait

Kyla Hunt is the Library Services Trainer and Missouri Libraries 2 Go (MOLIB2GO) Coordinator at Amigos Library Services. Her career has featured experiences in a variety of government, nonprofit, and library institutions, including the Cedar Park Public Library, the Texas State Library and Archives Commission, and TechSoup Global. She is interested in all aspects of the library field, having worked in youth services, reference librarianship, technical services, and library instruction. Her book, Library Programs and Services for New Adults, was published in 2017. Outside of libraries, Kyla likes to crochet, spend time with her family and cats, and bake pumpkin cake.