WISE WOMEN FIRESIDE BOOK CLUB GUIDELINES




  1. Respectful and Inclusive Behavior:
    • Treat all members with respect, even when there are differing opinions.
    • Create an inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels comfortable sharing their thoughts, regardless of their background or beliefs.
  2. Active Participation:
    • Encourage members to actively participate in discussions.
    • Ask open-ended questions and engage in thoughtful conversations about the book.
  3. Civility and Open-Mindedness:
    • Promote civil discourse and open-mindedness. It's okay to disagree, but do so respectfully.
    • Be open to exploring different perspectives and interpretations of the book.
  4. Stick to the Topic:
    • Keep the discussion focused on the book being discussed. Avoid straying into unrelated topics or personal stories for extended periods.
  5. Listening and Taking Turns:
    • Listen actively to others when they are speaking.
    • Allow each member a chance to speak before someone else responds.
  6. Constructive Criticism:
    • When offering criticism of a book, be constructive and provide specific examples to support your points.
  7. Reading Commitment:
    • Make a commitment to read the selected book before the meeting.
  8. Time Management:
    • Respect the agreed-upon meeting time and avoid going off-topic to ensure the meeting stays on schedule.
    • Meetings will be 90 minutes
  9. No Spoilers:
    • Avoid giving away key plot points or spoilers without warning for books that others have not yet read.
  10. Feedback:
    • Provide constructive feedback to the group on how to improve the book club's activities and discussions.
  11. Confidentiality:
    • Respect the privacy of members and the confidentiality of discussions within the book club
These guidelines can help create a positive and productive book club experience for all members while fostering a love of reading and thoughtful discussion. Adapt them as needed to fit the specific goals and dynamics of your book club. Most of all HAVE FUN!