Gwynne's Friendly Readers' Groups
(Join one and enjoy discussing good books)
Afro-American Bookstop
Library Club
7166 Crowder Blvd. #103
New Orleans, La. 70119
Contact: Michele Lewis |
| This group's purpose is to keep abreast of and
to promote the reading and dissemination of quality literature
by and about African Americans. The group reads and discusses
books of all genres and welcomes guest authors at their
meetings. Both women and men belong, and the age range is wide.
The group includes a people in a wide range of professions as
well as non-professionals, and new comers who love to read are
welcome. Discussion are sharp and insightful. |
Belles and Beaux of
Romance
Barnes & Noble
1901 Sproul Road
Broomall, Pa. 19008
Contact: Suzanne Coleburn |
| This is not an African American group, but any
lover of books is welcome to join or to he a pen pal. The group
actively promotes romance novels, but reads other genres as
well. Sophisticated and talented, the members vary widely in age
and profession. Their reading preferences are for stories with
intelligent, caring women and strong, supportive men. They
demand that the hero and heroine be in relationships that are
meaningful and that they address problems that are not trite,
but can engage the minds of intelligent people. Belles and Beaux
are glued by Suzanne Coleburn, who produces a twenty-two page
monthly newsletter with book reviews, human interest stories and
author profiles. A great cook, housewife, mother and writer,
Suzanne tops it all by being a terrific artist. If you live in
the area, be sure and call her. |
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African Heritage Literature Society (AHLS)
1730 K St., N.W., Suite 304
Washington, D. C. 2006
Contact: Jeanne Cooper; (301) 445-7617 |
| This is more than a readers' group. AHLS
promotes literacy, reading and creative writing, and focusses on
widening the artistic vision of individuals who write about
experiences of people of African descent. Its reading/discussion
sessions attract authors of national reputation and acclaim, and
its large, loyal following includes both sexes, a wide age range
and individuals from all walks of life. Its activities attract
media attention. AHLS sponsors writers' seminars, a writer's
support group and the enhancement of reading skills for all
ages. Its monthly publication Legend, includes articles,
book reviews, author interviews and profiles. If you're lonely
in the District, join AHLS; you'll meet some interesting people
who are stretching their minds. |
The Fannie Robinson
Black Writers' Discussion Group
Church of the Redeemer
1423 Girard Sts. N.E.
Washington, D.C. 20017
Contact: Carol J. Smith; (202)529-1445) |
| Although secular in nature, this group enjoys
the hospitality of a church. Discussions are held at Saturday
morning breakfast meetings, and attendance is especially heavy
when an author is scheduled to read. The group's purpose is to
promote the reading and dissemination of black literature. Its
agenda includes biographies and fiction, including romance. This
group has members of both sexes and a wide range of ages,
professions and occupations. Howard University is extremely well
represented in this group. With over seventy-five active members
in the District and surrounding regions, the group is able
consistently to entertain prominent authors. If you want some
good reading buddies, join. The home cooked food alone is worth
the membership. |
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