Welcome back, all you enthusiastic, insightful, knowledgeable readers! Please consider this your personal invitation to be a part of our 8th Online Book Club.
Find Your People: Building Deep Community in a Lonely World is our first Book Club selection for 2022! And when I say our, I mean if you're reading this, then you're a part of the Book Club. That's it!
If you've ever found your people, you know it. You get each other. You share the same values, passions, and purposes. You don't have to explain yourself every other minute. You can be who you truly are, no fake-happy masks needed.
We were created to do life together in the company of others.
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Beginning on Monday, April 25th, for 3 consecutive weeks, I'll swing the door wide open for you to come on in and make yourself at home. Bring your coffee, book, laptop ... and your thoughts and questions, stories and insights. Trust me, this is a safe online place to gather and the people who tend to hang around here are the real deal.
* Grab your Kindle or Hardcover or from your hometown library. You don't have to read the book to participate, but if you can, I think you'll find it worth your time.
* Subscribe here so you don't miss a session. You can easily unsubscribe when Book Club is done if you'd like!
* Invite all your in-person and virtual book-loving friends ... especially the ones who're lonely or feel like they don't quite fit in anywhere.
* No sign-up, just show up any time that week!
* In each session, I'll simply share a few of my favorite quotes and then we'll chat back and forth in the comment section..
3 Sessions
Monday, April 25th
Part 1: We Need Each Other
(chapters 1 - 4)
Monday, May 2nd
Part 2: The Path to Connection
(chapters 5 - 9)
Monday, May 9th
Part 3: Fighting for Your Village
(chapter 10 - 12)
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A PEEK AT OUR PAST BOOK CLUBS
2021
Dane Ortlund
Anne Bogel
2019
Anne Bogel
Emily Freeman
Patti Callahan
2018
Adam McHugh
Ruth Haley Barton
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INTRIGUING BOOKISH LINKS
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I'm having too much fun gathering / updating the best e-book deals I can find for you! 150+ titles are categorized, alphabetized, and available 24/7 for you to scroll through.
Recent Listings?
Brene Brown. John Grisham. Tish Harrison Warren. Karen Kingsbury. Henri Nouwen. Madeleine L'Engle. C.S. Lewis. Holley Gerth. Nicholas Sparks.
If you're like me and need to work at keeping your quiet time from becoming rote and routine, you'll discover a hefty number of devotional books. And, of course, I've always got my eye open for hidden gems on relationships and emotional wellness.
Click here, bookmark ... and come back often because books come and go each day at the drop of a hat. I'd love for you to make a stop at the e-book deals page part of your routine online travels.
Please help me get the word out about this unique collection. There have been some incredible jaw-dropping bargains this past month!
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If you've been a part of one of our Book Clubs, do tell! We've got lots of new readers these days and your welcoming words would be a lovely way to say hello ...
Linda 💙
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Jeanne/Lisa J & Anne
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"If you've ever found your people, you know it. You get each other. You share the same values, passions, and purposes. You don't have to explain yourself every other minute. You can be who you truly are, no fake-happy masks needed."
ReplyDeleteWhat? You mean I am like everyone else? I thought I was unique. I bet none of your readers sleep on park benches, or eat pickled onions on a bus. It's what makes me different and avoidable.
God bless.
You sure are unique, Victor! Let me think a bit about those park benches. But a definite NO to pickled onions. Although, I do love a good bus ride ...
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I laughed out loud at Victor's comment! What a character! Yes, like minded people are our safe place. BUT are you brave enough to listen to those with different ideas and not be threatened?
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A great question, Lulu! Too many of us want everyone to agree with everything we think, say, and do. But that's a prideful fool's errand, isn't it. And how boring!
DeleteIf we've learned anything from the past few years it's that good people with similar values will often disagree. But we can do so in a way that's respectful and kind. With no hidden agenda, obnoxious attitude, or axe to grind.
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I sure am learning alot ...
Looking forward to another book club adventure, Linda!
ReplyDeleteYay! I always appreciate your perspective as an author, Martha ...
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I'm looking forward to it, Linda. I love the points Jennie made in the video, especially coming to terms with three things - "You will disappoint me. I will disappoint you. God will never disappoint us." Love and blessings to you!
ReplyDeleteThe woman speaks truth we need to hear. With grace. No holds barred.
DeleteI'm thinking we're going to have some good conversations. I'm glad you'll be here with us with your gentle wisdom, friend.
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I agree, it makes a big difference to find people to connect with where you feel safe and understood. I don't think I'll have time to read the book at the moment (though I loved Jennie Allen's book "Anything" so I'd like to at some point) but I will enjoy getting a taste of it through the quotes you share and the discussion here.
ReplyDeleteThat's ok, Lesley ... you KNOW you're welcome at the table, book or not!
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Was thinking of mentioning your book choice to my church book club for next month's read!
ReplyDeleteWill keep you advised!
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Cool! Feel free to invite them to join the party here, too, if you'd like. The more, the merrier.
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How can I resist a book club in this friendly gathering??
ReplyDeleteAnd how could we even think of having one without you!
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I enjoy reading the comments during your book clubs. I won't be able to join you for this one, but I know I will gain a lot from it still! Thanks for what you do!
ReplyDeleteYep, the comments are ALWAYS the best part. Feel free to drop by when you can. I always gain from your creative angle, Lynn!
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This book sounds amazing, Linda! I need to read this one. Thanks for sharing!
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Tammy
Oh please join us, Tammy! I'd love to get to know you better!
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