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2009 Flight by Sherman Alexie

Events

• SLO County Reads Community Discussion Sessions: Community book discussions hosted by local libraries
• Literature to Life adaptation of Flight

Resources

• Book selection summary 2009 (PDF)
• Author Biography 2009 (PDF)
• Reading Questions Guide: Flight (PDF)
• American Indian Movement Fast Facts (PDF)
• Tips for College Reading 2009(PDF)

 

2008 Montana 1948 by Larry Watson

Events

• SLO County Reads Community Discussion Sessions: Community book discussions hosted by local libraries
• Author Presentation: Larry Watson, author of Montana 1948

Resources

• Book selection summary 2008 (PDF)
• Author Event and Biography 2008 (PDF)
• Reading Questions Guide: Montana 1948 (PDF)
• Montana Fast Facts (PDF)
• Tips for College Reading 2008(PDF)

 

2007 All Over Creation by Ruth Ozeki

Events

• SLO County Reads Community Discussion Sessions: Community book discussions hosted by local libraries
• Agriculture Sustainability and Our Future Harvest: Panel discussion on the complexities of modern crop production
• Caring for the Elderly & Generational Differences: Panel discussion on support, for both loved ones and caregivers, and intergenerational communication
• Halving the Bones: A documentary film by Ruth Ozeki that explores the meaning of family, history, and culture
• Author Presentation: Lecture by Ruth Ozeki with question and answer session and book signing

 

Resources

• Book selection summary 2007 (PDF)
• Author Biography: Ruth Ozeki (PDF)
• Reading Questions Guide: All Over Creation (PDF)
• Idaho Fast Facts (PDF)
• Event Flier for PREFACE 2007 (PDF)
• What are "Genetically Modified Organisms?" (GMOs) (PDF)
• Tips for College Reading 2007(PDF)

 

2006 The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold

Events

• SLO County Reads Community Discussion Sessions: Community book discussions hosted by local libraries
• What Happens When the Unthinkable Happens: Learn about the medical, legal, and advocacy resources associated with reporting adult sexual assault
• Bereavement and the Healing Process: Learn about healing, affirming life, and renewing energy
• CSI (Crime Scene Investigation): What really happens in a crime scene investigation?
• Memory Art: Create a candle or hemp bracelet as an artful memory and take it home with you
• Life After Life: Hear faith perspectives from religious leaders of the San Luis Obispo community
• Presentation by Alice Sebold: Author of The Lovely Bones

Resources

• Book Selection Announcement 2006 (PDF)
• Author Biography: Alice Sebold (PDF)
• Reading Guide for The Lovely Bones (PDF)
• Event Flyer for PREFACE 2006 (PDF)
• Meet the Author: Alice Sebold(PDF)
• Life Affirmations (PDF)
• Facilitator Discussion Questions: The Lovely Bones (PDF)
• Information Session Feedback Form: The Lovely Bones (PDF)

 

2005 The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini

Events

• SLO County Reads Community Discussion Sessions: Community book discussions hosted by local libraries
• About Kites Poster Panel Exhibit: Free and open to the public
• Afghan Photo Art Exhibit: Photos by Photo Journalist, Gloriann Liu
• In This World: Feature film about Enayat and Jamal, two Afghan refugees who try to escape a camp in Peshawar
• Historical Survey of Ethnic Relations in Afghanistan: Free and open to the public
• Kite Bridle and Flying Workshop
• Kite Fighting Demonstration: Free and open to the public
• Author Presentation: Khaled Hosseini, author of The Kite Runner

Resources

• Program Overview 2005 (PDF)
• About the Author: Khaled Hosseini (PDF)
• Reading Guide: The Kite Runner (PDF)
• Fast Facts about Afganistan (PDF)
• Event Flyer for PREFACE 2005 (PDF)
• Meet the Author: Khaled Hosseini (PDF)

 

2004 Granny D by Doris Haddock with Dennis Burke

Events

• Granny Speaks: Author Presentation by Doris Haddock
• Provocative Perspectives: Presentation by author Doris Haddock

Resources

• Program Overview 2004 (PDF)
• Author Biography: Doris Haddock (PDF)
• Reading Questions: Granny D (PDF)
• Fast Facts: National Campaign Finance Reform (PDF)

 

2003 Plainsong by Kent Haruf

Events

• Author Presentation: Kent Haruf, author of Plainsong

Resources

• Author Biography: Kent Haruf (PDF)
• Cast of Characters (PDF)
• Reading Questions: Plainsong(PDF)
• Colorado Fast Facts (PDF)
• Meet the Author: Kent Haruf (PDF)

 

2002 The Things They Carried by Tim O'brien

Events

• Author Presentation: Tim O'Brien, author of The Things They Carried
• Film Presentation

Resources

• Author Biography: Tim O'brien (PDF)
• Vietnam Fast Facts (PDF)
• The Vietnam War: A Timeline (PDF)
• Reading Questions: The Things They Carried (PDF)

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