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I loved that this kit gives writing exercises and writing advice. It gives inspiring writers some hope of making it into the publishing industry just like they did.

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The Book Club Kit: By the Book by We Are Bookish is a charming and well-organized resource designed to enhance any book club discussion of Jasmine Guillory’s By the Book. Featuring thoughtful discussion questions, an engaging author interview, and fun extras, the kit provides everything readers need to dive deeper into the themes, characters, and delightful world of the novel. Sponsored by Disney Publishing Worldwide, it’s a perfect companion to spark conversation and celebrate Guillory’s modern, romantic twist on a beloved fairy tale. A must-have for fans of Jasmine Guillory and book clubs looking to add a creative touch to their meetings!

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Once again, thank you so much for the kit!
It's so refreshing to find a publisher that does this and gives you book marks and writing prompts. My group read this before, but we're going to use this for a fun review of the series!!
Thank you!!

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This kit was helpful in fostering active and engaging conversation. Instead of just discussing opinions and the plot, it allowed the group to delve deeper.

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In this reimagining of Beauty and The Beast, Izzy didn’t think she’d still be living at home, working as an editorial assistant at 25. To prove she deserves a promotion, Izzy takes it upon herself to give a jaded high-profile author a pep talk to push him to complete his late manuscript. Soon these two find they have more in common than they thought. Jasmine’s books are always a treat!

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I am seriously OBSESSED with this book club kit!!! It has author interview pages, discussion question pages, good ideas, read next ideas, games…. So many fun things to use with the book!! The bookmarks are pretty!!

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By the Book was very cute. I really enjoyed reading this book, it was fast but I felt like I needed more.

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I absolutely loved the Book Club Kit! It's the perfect resource for anyone looking to enhance their reading experience and spark deeper discussions. The kit is well-organized, with insightful discussion questions, author interviews, and thoughtful suggestions for related books. It really helped guide our group's conversation and made the reading experience feel even more engaging. The additional materials, like background information on the book and its themes, provided context that enriched our understanding. Whether you're in a formal book club or just looking to dive deeper into a novel, this kit is a must-have. Highly recommend!

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This book club kit was not only useful, it was so cute! I loved it! I especially loved that it came with an easy-to-print bookmark to give away to my book club members!

When I first downloaded it I had no idea what to expect because it was my first book club download but I can honestly say it superseded anything I could’ve expected! It prepared us with everything we needed from beginning to end with discusión questions, a little writing activity, appetizer and drink recipe, a little gift in the form of a bookmark, and a pen name game. I can’t think of anything I would add or remove to make it better.

Lets mention “Izzy’s Writing Advise! Idk if she really took the time to write that for us book club members but I really felt personalized just for us! I think that was our favorite part of this book club guide.

If you are planning on reading a romance novel with your book club, don’t pass this one up ❤️

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Thank you for the book kit!
The free book kit is a great resource! The discussion questions are especially helpful, encouraging deeper thought and a better understanding of the plot and characters. They really helped me connect with the story and see things from new perspectives. It's a fantastic tool for anyone looking to enhance their reading experience!

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Thank you NetGalley for providing an e-arc for me to read. I thought this was a wonderful romance. It was such a sweet slow burn and I loved how they finally ended up together just so beautifully.

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I love these Book Club Kits and especially the ones that include an interview with the author. I am impressed with how well thought out these book club kits are. They always include really great extras, like the videos and the bookmarks. I think they're a great resource for a book club to use. The included discussion questions are perfect for encouraging deeper exploration of the book's characters and themes, and I loved how Netgalley began including this in request. Will definitely use in the near future with my very own book club.

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This book and this kit are amazing. We enjoyed using it and connecting over our thoughts about the book and their love story. ❤️

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Book club kits are so fun and absolutely perfect for any book gathering to discuss a book.
Love that it gives some fun drink recipes and bites, as well as interactive games.
Makes book club meetings go smooth!

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My Book club is reading all of the Meant to be collection this month and these are the perfect edition to out book club! I absolutely love having this little resource available.

The Bookmarks are so cute!

I love the writing exercises, these will be a perfect activity for our bookclub!

The charcuterie board ideas are great!

The margarita rose is absolutely getting made for book club night!

Perfect!

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This is an awesome resource to go along with reading By the Book. This series of books is very entertaining as updated and contemporary stories. This particular story is a updated retelling of Beauty and the Beast. The materials are a great supplement and provide ample discussion topics for book clubs.

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This was a fun kit for book club. I enjoyed the interview with the cover designer a lot. I feel like that's something that can be taken for granted, so it was fun to hear more about the process and what goes into making a cover. I really enjoyed that. I also loved all the writing tips. While not all readers want to be writers, many do, and those who don't often still enjoy learning about the process. It was a fun kit.

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These bookclub kits are an invaluable resource for your book club! Alot goes into running a book club, especially when you want the meetings to be filled with fun games, yummy food, and good conversation. However it's easy when you have access to a book club kit like this one. There are multiple games, quizzes, printable bookmarks, and even recipes for a themed meal and mocktail/cocktail. I especially love that there is an included interview with the author and guided discussion topics for your group. This would be great if you are intimidated by starting your own bookclub and aren't sure where to start

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Having read the book before reviewing this kit, I feel like it very much captured the essence of the story. I loved the content warnings in the beginning, and the recommendations of other books to read next. It was clear a lot of thought went into this kit, and I would have a lot of fun with it if I had a book club!

My only complaint is the font - boy was it hard to read. I found myself having to squint and take breaks while reading everything. A clearer font would make this a better experience overall.

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The book is well structured with cute ideas. I love the cut out bookmarks and the interactive pages where you can "create" your own pen name.

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