OWL has both Fiction and Non-Fiction Book Discussion Groups that are open to all! Come to one or all meetings. Books are available for check out at OWL.
Non-Fiction Discussion Group
When: Second Thursday of each month from 2:00 – 3:15 p.m.
Where: Meeting will be held In the Library’s Jamie Gagarin Community Room.
Staff Contact: Olivia DeFiore
Selection List for 2026–27
November 12
I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy
The actress and filmmaker uses her dark sense of humor to describe the abusive relationship she had with
her overbearing mother while growing up as a child actress on Nickelodeon. Moderated by Tricia
December 10
The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny & Murder by David Grann
The story of the 18th-century British warship Wager, which wrecked off the coast of Patagonia, leading to a
dramatic story of survival and murder among castaways. Moderated by Bill
Followed by holiday party @ 5pm!
January 14
There Is No Place for Us by Brian Goldstone
The author follows five Atlanta families whose stories expose the crisis of working homelessness and
reveal how full-time jobs can still lead to housing instability. Moderated by Audrey
Fiction Discussion Group
When: Second Thursday of each month from 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.
Where: Meeting will be held In the Library’s Jamie Gagarin Community Room.
Staff Contact: Olivia DeFiore
Selection List for 2026–27
November 12
The Plot Against America by Philip Roth
A reimagining of American history in which Lindberg defeats FDR for the presidency in 1940, leading to a rise
in antisemitism. Moderated by Nancy R.
December 10
Frankenstein by Mary Shelley
Scientist Victor Frankenstein uses dead body parts to create a sentient creature, leading to tragic consequences
for both creator and creation. Moderated by Olivia
Followed by holiday party @ 5pm!
January 14
The House of Doors by Tan Twan Eng
In 1921, a married couple are living in the first British settlement in Peninsular Malaysia. A famed writer's
extended visit threatens to alter more lives than one. Moderated by Corinne