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Los Angeles Times Publishes List of 101 Book Club Recommendations
The Los Angeles Times has released a list of 101 books suitable for book clubs, compiled from surveys of over 200 individuals in the book and journalism fields. The list covers 10 categories, including literary fiction, romance, and speculative fiction. Octavia Butler's 'Parable of the Sower' received the most votes and is designated as the ultimate book club pick.
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The Los Angeles Times has published a curated list of 101 books recommended for book clubs. The selections were determined through a survey of more than 200 individuals from the book and journalism sectors. The list is organized into 10 categories to accommodate various reader preferences, such as literary fiction, romance, and crime fiction.
Books in the Wannabe Detectives category include 'Devil in a Blue Dress' by Walter Mosley and 'Echo Park' by Michael Connelly. Mosley's work is noted for its focus on Los Angeles crime fiction. Connelly previously covered crime for the Los Angeles Times.
In the Hopeless Romantics category, 'Outlander' by Diana Gabaldon is featured.
The novel, which later inspired a television series on Starz, explores themes of time travel and romance. It addresses a narrative involving a woman's experiences across centuries. ” It received the most votes from the survey, making it the Ultimate Book Club Pick.
Published in 1993, the speculative novel is set in a dystopian 2024 and follows a teenage girl as she traverses the apocalypse.
“Inherent Vice” appears in the Die-Hard Angelenos category, one of 10 titles focused on Los Angeles themes.
The novel, part of Pynchon's California-based works, was initially met with mixed reviews upon release but is now considered significant among his California novels. The list aims to foster dialogue among book club members through books with engaging narratives and prose. Readers can select from categories that match their interests, promoting discussions on diverse topics.
Times Festival of Books returns for its 31st year with storytellers, panels and programming across USC’s campus.
It will feature a lineup including authors, actors and musicians. It provides an opportunity for attendees to engage with literature in a live setting, complementing the book club recommendations. The event underscores the ongoing interest in reading and community discussions around books.
