Key Takeaways
- Celebrity book clubs have become increasingly popular, with many celebrities starting their own book clubs to share their love of reading with their fans.
- Celebrities such as Dua Lipa, Reese Witherspoon, Emma Roberts, and Jenna Bush Hager have started their own book clubs, picking monthly books that often become bestsellers.
- The book clubs feature a wide range of genres, from memoirs to mysteries, and often highlight diverse authors and perspectives.
- Some of the January book picks include "Night People" by Mark Ronson, "The Bell Jar" by Sylvia Plath, "Homeschooled" by Stefan Merrill Block, and "The First Time I Saw Him" by Laura Dave.
Introduction to Celebrity Book Clubs
Celebrity bookworms are here to stay, and their love of reading has inspired many to start their own book clubs. Ever since Oprah Winfrey started her iconic book club in the 1990s, many celebrities have followed in her footsteps, including Reese Witherspoon, Emma Roberts, Dua Lipa, and Jenna Bush Hager. These book clubs have become incredibly popular, with many fans eagerly awaiting the monthly book picks and joining in on the discussion. As Dua Lipa told Elle UK, "I absolutely love reading, I love the idea of sharing how books make people feel… books are really important to me and if I can share that in some way, then I feel like I’m on the right track."
The Joy of Book Recommendations
For many celebrities, starting a book club has been a way to share their passion for reading with their fans. Emma Roberts, who started Belletrist with her best friend Karah Preiss in 2017, told AP that giving book recommendations brings her "so much joy." Reese Witherspoon, meanwhile, has built an empire on books with her Hello Sunshine media company, highlighting diverse female authors and stories. Witherspoon’s book club has become particularly popular, with many of her picks becoming instant bestsellers. As she has stated, her goal is to promote reading and support authors, and her book club has been a huge success in doing so.
January Book Picks
This January, the celebrity book clubs have picked a range of exciting books. Dua Lipa’s book club has chosen "Night People" by Mark Ronson, a memoir about the DJ’s experiences in 1990s New York City. As Lipa wrote, "I’m lucky to call Mark a friend, but there were still so many stories in this book that surprised me, made me laugh, made me cry, and definitely made me want to hit a club." Meanwhile, Jenna Bush Hager’s book club has picked "Homeschooled" by Stefan Merrill Block, a debut memoir about a mother-son love story and the power of forgiveness. Bush Hager wrote, "Stefan writes a tender mother-son love story about forgiveness, hope, and the ways we heal. I love its raw honesty and the very American story of one little boy growing up in a family where love is obvious, but so is dysfunction."
More January Picks
Other celebrity book clubs have also announced their January picks. Reese Witherspoon’s book club has chosen "The First Time I Saw Him" by Laura Dave, a romance novel and the first ever sequel to be featured on the club’s shelves. As Witherspoon’s book club announced, "We could not be more excited!" Meanwhile, Natalie Portman’s book club has picked "Strange Pictures" by Uketsu, a mystery novel that weaves together a series of seemingly innocent drawings to unravel a web of unsettling mysteries. Portman wrote, "Join us as we piece together the eerie tales from these nine childlike illustrations." Dakota Johnson’s TeaTime book club has also announced its January pick, "The Bell Jar" by Sylvia Plath, a classic novel about a young woman’s struggle with mental illness and societal pressures.
Conclusion
In conclusion, celebrity book clubs have become a popular way for fans to discover new books and connect with their favorite celebrities. With a wide range of genres and authors featured, there’s something for everyone in these book clubs. Whether you’re a fan of memoirs, mysteries, or romance novels, the January book picks from these celebrity book clubs are sure to provide plenty of reading inspiration for the new year. As the celebrities themselves have stated, reading is a powerful way to connect with others and explore new ideas and perspectives, and their book clubs are a great way to share that love of reading with their fans.