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168 of the Most Recent Celebrity Book Club Picks
If you want to identify the real breakthrough books of the season, at any given time, there are a few ways to work it out. The bestseller lists are typically a big clue, of course, and it’s always worth monitoring the rolling online phenomenon known as BookTok.
But for an interesting and genuinely useful way to track the zeitgeist over time, look to celebrity book clubs. These high-profile endorsements can mobilize millions of readers and jump-start a worldwide conversation.
We’ve rooted out the past three years of recommended books from popular book club lists, including those from Oprah, Reese, Jenna, Good Morning America, and more. That’s 36 books per book club, each of which typically picks one book per month. If you can’t find something to like here, you’re probably in a coma. So heads up on that.
The books here are presented in reverse chronological order—that is to say, the most recent picks are at the top. It’s fun to scroll down and backward through time, and you’re likely to remember some of these authors (Charmaine Wilkerson! Taylor Jenkins Reid! Amor Towles!) and titles (Demon Copperhead! The Water Dancer! The Candy House!). You’ll even find the occasional high school English class assignment.
Click on the book cover images for more information about each title, and add anything that looks promising to your Want to Read shelf. And feel free to swap recommendations and/or memories in the comments section.
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Law wrote: "These books aren't necessarily new. I guess books published in 2020 or later are considered "recent" on this list. I've read two from Reese's Book Club, Yellowface and Our Missing Hearts and one fr..."The title of the article is 168 of the Most Recent Celebrity Book Club Picks. Hope this helps. I feel like it answers all your questions.
Ásta wrote: "Law wrote: "These books aren't necessarily new. I guess books published in 2020 or later are considered "recent" on this list. I've read two from Reese's Book Club, Yellowface and Our Missing Heart..."Okay...
Law wrote: "These books aren't necessarily new. I guess books published in 2020 or later are considered "recent" on this list. I've read two from Reese's Book Club, Yellowface and Our Missing Hearts and one fr..."Ummm...maybe read the blurb at the top of the page before getting upset by the books selected for the list. Also, American Dirt is on here because it was a book club selection, not to promote it or piss you off. Just saying.
"We’ve rooted out the past three years of recommended books from popular book club lists, including those from Oprah, Reese, Jenna, Good Morning America, and more. That’s 36 books per book club, each of which typically picks one book per month. If you can’t find something to like here, you’re probably in a coma. So heads up on that."
I wish Bill Gates’ picks were included here!
They should include Natalie Portman’s book club in lists they create in the future too :)
??? “”We’ve rooted out the past three years of recommended books from popular book club lists, including those from Oprah, Reese, Jenna, Good Morning America, and more.”” ???And more??? Where is the GMA list? Belletrist?
I read and loved Starling House, True Biz, Seven Days in June, and Remarkably Bright Creatures from this list. Here are some of my 5-star books that I think would make great book club picks:Weyward
The Frozen River
The Diamond Eye
Black Birds in the Sky: The Story and Legacy of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre
I Must Betray You
The Four Winds
The Nature of Fragile Things
Kirby wrote: "I read and loved Starling House, True Biz, Seven Days in June, and Remarkably Bright Creatures from this list. Here are some of my 5-star books that I think would make great book club picks:[book..."
I loved I Must Betray You, but not Weyward. I can see book clubs loving the latter.
Quite a few of these are on my TBR list but I’ve read just one, Summer Sisters by Judy Bloom. And IMO, it’s a truly awful book. A laughable choice for any book club.
Colleen wrote: "??? “”We’ve rooted out the past three years of recommended books from popular book club lists, including those from Oprah, Reese, Jenna, Good Morning America, and more.”” ???And more??? Where is..."
Uh, they are literally in the list. There are headings for each book club.
I wish Stephen King had bookclub picks.
Law wrote: "These books aren't necessarily new. I guess books published in 2020 or later are considered "recent" on this list. I've read two from Reese's Book Club, Yellowface and Our Missing Hearts and one fr..."Because we're not living in a period of book burning? Yet. Because there's still freedom of choice and speech? For now. Because history is not yet totally being erased and re-written according to the whims of societal groups? Although it is happening. Because we are still able to use our own minds? Though it appears about 80% of society prefer to be told what to think.
Colleen wrote: "??? “”We’ve rooted out the past three years of recommended books from popular book club lists, including those from Oprah, Reese, Jenna, Good Morning America, and more.”” ???And more??? Where is..."
they're literally in the list bb 😭
Deb wrote: "Law wrote: "These books aren't necessarily new. I guess books published in 2020 or later are considered "recent" on this list. I've read two from Reese's Book Club, Yellowface and Our Missing Heart..."What are you on about?
Colleen wrote: "??? “”We’ve rooted out the past three years of recommended books from popular book club lists, including those from Oprah, Reese, Jenna, Good Morning America, and more.”” ???And more??? Where is..."
All the lists you mentioned are there.
To say that we're in a coma if we don't like any of the books here is unprofessionally judgemental and disgusting.
Law wrote: "It’s cultural appropriation.”A book isn’t cultural appropriation. Anyone who reads books should be able to figure that out. Also, cultural appropriation doesn’t matter. Although, if you take issue with 4 year old books being called “recent”, given the thousands of years that literature has existed, then there’s more going on here than simple cultural ignorance.
T.HiggsReviews wrote: "To say that we're in a coma if we don't like any of the books here is unprofessionally judgemental and disgusting."I'd say it's a bit harsh. People can enjoy any book they want, even if it isn't any of these book club picks.
Shannon wrote: "I wish Stephen King had bookclub picks."YES!!!
I’m all in on the Stephen King Book Club. Imagine the merch…
I love Kaia Gerber book club and it would be amazing if Taylor Swift had a book club too.
This list should include one of the most influential book clubs among young people today, and to which we pay special attention, we are talking about Dua Lipa's book club called Service95. The selection of their recommendations is outstanding and stands out in many cases from recommending only commercial successes, highly recommended if you want to try something new.
Does Andrew Luck still have a book club? He had some unusual and thought-provoking selections.
The Book Guide® wrote: "This list should include one of the most influential book clubs among young people today, and to which we pay special attention, we are talking about Dua Lipa's book club called Service95. The sele..."The Book Guide® wrote: "This list should include one of the most influential book clubs among young people today, and to which we pay special attention, we are talking about Dua Lipa's book club called Service95. The sele..."
The Book Guide® wrote: "This list should include one of the most influential book clubs among young people today, and to which we pay special attention, we are talking about Dua Lipa's book club called Service95. The sele..."
The Book Guide® wrote: "This list should include one of the most influential book clubs among young people today, and to which we pay special attention, we are talking about Dua Lipa's book club called Service95. The sele..."
I tried to reply to message 24 by the book guide but the site will only let me post. Anyway, thank you. I checked out the Service 95 website. Impressive!
There are many good books here but mostly novels, sadly. Unfortunately Colson Whitehead's Underground Railroad is absolutely AWFUL.
Law wrote: "These books aren't necessarily new. I guess books published in 2020 or later are considered "recent" on this list. I've read two from Reese's Book Club, Yellowface and Our Missing Hearts and one fr..."Oddly, this person makes a similar comment on a lot of posts "they aren't new"...when in fact that has NOTHING to do with the post/article.
Have heard of a few of these...for the most part not! Actually read 3 of them. Always curious what everyone is reading and looking for recommendations 🙂
Philip of Macedon wrote: "Law wrote: "It’s cultural appropriation.”A book isn’t cultural appropriation. Anyone who reads books should be able to figure that out. Also, cultural appropriation doesn’t matter. Although, if y..."
American Dirt was thoroughly researched and brought compassionate attention to a global issue. You didn't need to be from Mexico to understand the situation and write about it with empathy.
Shannon wrote: "I wish Stephen King had bookclub picks."There was no option for me to "like" your comment, but I agree so strongly with this! If you're on Twitter (X), he often tweets about books that he has read and enjoyed, and also tv shows/movies. But it would be wild if he had a bookclub. So fun! :)
I honestly couldn’t care less what books “celebrities” recommend to me. I see DEI choices picked and pushed to appear pc. That is not how I choose reads
T.HiggsReviews wrote: "To say that we're in a coma if we don't like any of the books here is unprofessionally judgemental and disgusting."Yeah, that's the wrong way to put it, I agree. I haven't been crazy about some of the books on this list I've read.
THAT PINSON GIRL by Gerry Wilson is an excellent new book and one I am recommending to everyone I know! It is from Regal House publishing.
Our book club has read many of these…. a GREAT PICK is LITTLE AVALANCHES by Becky Ellis and it shares a story that many have not told from this perspective…. War and the impacts of the family who love them…
Law wrote: "These books aren't necessarily new. I guess books published in 2020 or later are considered "recent" on this list. I've read two from Reese's Book Club, Yellowface and Our Missing Hearts and one fr..."
American Dirt was a compelling book about a middle class woman making the arduous trip fleeing terror in Mexico. The brouhaha about "cultural appropriation" is ridiculous when you realize that the author of this fiction intended to get people to understand and to stir emotions. She DID that --- and got caught up in a nonsensical swirl that had nothing to do with good writing and good storytelling.
Diane wrote: "American Dirt was a compelling book about a middle class woman making the arduous trip fleeing terror in Mexico. The brouhaha about "cultural appropriation" is ridiculous when you realize that the ..."Deb, Philip of Macedon, Sally,
Diane and anyone else who believes American Dirt isn't cultural appropriation, click the link on this review, read the review and tell me what you think after reading it.
Law wrote: "These books aren't necessarily new. I guess books published in 2020 or later are considered "recent" on this list. I've read two from Reese's Book Club, Yellowface and Our Missing Hearts and one fr..."Okay. I take that back. Maybe some are new.
Krystyn wrote: "Law wrote: "These books aren't necessarily new. I guess books published in 2020 or later are considered "recent" on this list. I've read two from Reese's Book Club, Yellowface and Our Missing Heart..."Oddly, when I think of recent, I only think of books published in 2024, and, when I look at it again, there are some books that came out this year, but whatever. You do you.
I will never understand why people have to be so negative , this is a list of books for you to either use as a guide or ignore . I don’t necessarily love every read but have also discovered some amazing reads . Thank you for posting and always remember being kind and positive is always a better way to live
Shannon wrote: "I wish Stephen King had bookclub picks."I would follow his book club. Also, Neil Gaiman.
Law wrote: "These books aren't necessarily new. I guess books published in 2020 or later are considered "recent" on this list. I've read two from Reese's Book Club, Yellowface and Our Missing Hearts and one fr..."I personally hate the idea of cultural appropriation, it shuts down being open minded. I am Indian and grew up in India, but now in my home, especially for my children who grew up here, in the US, comfort food could be beans and tortillas or sushi, or pizza, or mac and cheese. I don't feel like saying cultural appropriation at them. I hope you have never gone to a yoga class, or tai chi class if you think its a thing. Having empathy for others and putting yourself in the shoes of someone else is the prerogative of any author. You could talk about systemic racism in how authors selectively by race are not feted and promoted, which is a more appropriate complaint and something to fight for. Should only Punjabi chefs make butter chicken? Its a global world, and we should support breaking down barriers between cultures not put up fences.
Law wrote: "These books aren't necessarily new. I guess books published in 2020 or later are considered "recent" on this list. I've read two from Reese's Book Club, Yellowface and Our Missing Hearts and one fr..."They're "recent" celebrity picks I would assume... Not recently published.
Is there a better way to say "This is a big list with a lot of books on it, so you're sure to find something to enjoy" that doesn't insult the reader?
Law wrote: "Diane wrote: "American Dirt was a compelling book about a middle class woman making the arduous trip fleeing terror in Mexico. The brouhaha about "cultural appropriation" is ridiculous when you rea..."Apparently, only Latinx people can write about Latinx people, only POC can write about POC, only LGBTQ people can write about LGBTQ people, etc.
I’ve heard the same arguments about actors and actresses.
There’s an old adage about not judging someone before walking a mile in their shoes. But then, when someone tries to do that as part of some form of artistic expression, they are attacked as culture appropriaters rather people exploring empathy for another person’s experience.
There are so many culture wars going on at once it’s hard to keep track of who’s mad at who.
Kirby wrote: "I read and loved Starling House, True Biz, Seven Days in June, and Remarkably Bright Creatures from this list. Here are some of my 5-star books that I think would make great book club picks:[book..."
The Nature of Fragile Things is the book club pick for my local library historical novel book club. I will be interested to hear others takes on this book. I really liked it and read it in a couple of days but it poses some interesting moral questions.
American Dirt was an excellent book. I really don’t care about quotas or authors matching a story ethnicity or race. It’s fiction and it brought thought to the population about the need for asylum and immigration to protect those being victimize by violence. It has a great purpose so the liberal hypocrisy needs to think before giving shallow opinions.
Britt wrote: "Shannon wrote: "I wish Stephen King had bookclub picks."There was no option for me to "like" your comment, but I agree so strongly with this! If you're on Twitter (X), he often tweets about books..."
I do follow King on twitter and read what he likes. Thank goodness for at least that.
Why is American Dirt on here? It's cultural appropriation.