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In July, my library book group discussed Plain Truth, Jodi Picoult’s absorbing novel about an Amish girl accused of murdering her illegitimate child.  As most Book Group Buzz readers already know, Picoult’s books practically guarantee a lively discussion, and this one was no exception. One of the group members had come across an interview with [...]

I’ve found a new tool to help me select books for my book groups and prepare in advance for the meetings. It’s Women’s Fiction Authors by Rebecca Vnuk. Yes, for disclosure purposes, I will admit she’s one of my favorite library pals (because she’s the one who turned me onto Real Simple and InStyle magazines [...]