Discussions
This space is is for readers, writers and publishers to talk with each other about all things books. Got a question for a publisher? What books do you recommend for kids, newcomers to Hawai'i, or to begin to understand the debate on Hawaiian sovereignty? What books should be here that aren't? What questions would you like to discuss? We ask that you keep all conversations civil and on topic. All comments are pre-moderated.
Calling All Reading Groups (or just Readers)
June 17th, 2010Here's a newly refreshed post to talk about what's happening with your reading club/group or just want to share your recent book finds. Tell us what you're reading--rave about your new discoveries!
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Friends of the Library reading club
November 20th, 2009Here's the place to talk about books being read by this club. Join in the conversation, whether or not you're a member!
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The Reading Edge discussion group
November 20th, 2009Here you can talk about the books being read by The Reading Edge, the‘Aiea Library's reading group.
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Hawaii's bookstores ... who does what best?
October 30th, 2009
In honor of the upcoming National Bookstore Day (Saturday, Nov. 7), let’s vote for the best features of bookstores in Hawaii. Just speak out in the reply box below.
For real books you can hold in your hands, just the way God meant them to be, support your favorite bookstores this week and throughout the year.
Participate in this discussion »I Fell Asleep Three Times Reading Heart of Darkness
October 19th, 2009So I'm reading Heart of Darkness for the first time. On Wednesday, I fell asleep at page forty and woke up about ten hours later. On Thursday, I slipped into a three hour nap at about page fifty. Last night, I passed out TWO pages away from the end.
Self-published authors - tell us about your books!
October 7th, 2009Many gems have been self-published by authors. Tell us about your book and how to find it (such as a link to your website or email). You only have 800 characters (including spaces) and multiple posts for the same book are not allowed.
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Ask a publisher
September 28th, 2009What questions would you like to ask a publisher?
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Other books for this site?
September 26th, 2009What books would you like to discuss on this site? What books "should" be here that aren't? We'll see about getting them listed.
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What would you like to see on this site?
September 26th, 2009What are we missing? What should we have more -- or less -- of? How would you like to interact with us through this site?
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Best books for Hawai'i sovereignty issues?
September 24th, 2009Sovereignty is a controversial issue. For people who want to understand the issue from all sides, what books are best?
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Essential mo'olelo Hawai'i?
September 24th, 2009To understand the history and traditions of ancient Hawai'i, what books do you recommend?
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What books are essential for understanding Hawaiian culture?
September 22nd, 2009What books should be read by anyone who wants to begin to understand Hawaiian culture?
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What's your favorite children's book?
September 22nd, 2009What children's book do you love - either one you remember from childhood, one you've read to your kids, or one that appeals to the kid in you today?
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What discussions would you like to see added?
September 22nd, 2009What would you like to talk about here?
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What book are you reading?
September 22nd, 2009What book are you reading now? Tell us what you like - and don't like - about it.
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Best books for newcomers to Hawaii?
September 22nd, 2009What books do you recommend for people new to Hawaii?
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