Books

Past 2021 Book Group Discussions

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April: The Conductors by Nicole Glover

Welcome to the online discussion of The Conductors. Please share your initial thoughts below.

1) Was the term sigil familiar before reading The Conductors?

2) Discuss Hetty’s relationship with Benjy. How did it change by the end of the book?

3) Why do you believe the runaways disregarded their old lives once they made it to Philadelphia?

4) Hetty was a skilled seamstress. Everyone knew this. Discuss the comparison of Hetty working for the mistress versus working for Mrs. Harper.

5) The use of magic was widely used throughout the book. Do you believe the author insinuated magic was a medium historical runaways must have used to escape slavery?

6) Charlie Richardson was murdered. Who did you think was the killer? Did you guess correctly? How did you feel once the killer was revealed?

7) Discuss Eunice and Clarence’s relationship.

8) Alice was in search of her sister Judith. What was the dynamic of their relationship? Was Judith ever lost?

9) Isaac tried to bury Charlie using magic, but it was frowned upon. Why do you think the use of magic was not acceptable at this particular moment?

10) Throughout the book, Hetty never stopped searching for her sister, Esther. How did their discovery of one another bring the story into a full circle? How was their sisterly bond different from Alice and Judith’s bond?

Bonus Question) Thomas left abruptly, and Oliver left at the end. Discuss their relationship. Did you discover any hidden messages?

May: Hushabye by Celina Grace

1) How did you all enjoy the book. Discuss below.

2) Kate was the main character in the book. Describe her character development.

3) Who did you believe killed Dita and kidnapped Charlie?

4) Describe Nate’s relationship with Casey versus his relationship with Gemma.

5) Were you surprised with Gemma’s outcome, or did you predict it?

6) Kate was an overachiever. Discuss how her past shaped her future.

7) Did you empathize with Rebecca?

8) The final outcome…. yay or nay? Discuss below.

K.Y. Thompson Book Group September Pick

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The K.Y. Thompson book group will move from Facebook to this website. This group is open to all individuals. We will discuss fiction books and it is my hope that everyone gains something from the group. The book pick for September is The Last of the Firedrakes by Farah Oomerbhoy. Discussion questions for The Last of the Firedrakes will be posted on September 26th at 7 pm EST.

Create Your Book

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  • Baker & Taylor
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The Cardboard Sign: Laura’s View

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Book #2 of The Cardboard Sign is available for preorder and will be available for all to read and enjoy on 08/16/2021! This book tells the story of The Cardboard Sign from Laura’s perspective. Book #1 told the story of The Cardboard Sign from Kasey’s viewpoint.

Homeless?  This can’t be true! Laura discovered at an early age that life can change in an instant. From Miss Popularity to the girl in the background, Laura finally views people for what really counts. The only person in her corner is her mother. She vows to be the rock her mother needs. Will life ever be the same again? Read The Cardboard Sign: Laura’s View to discover a lesson that takes some people years to fully grasp.

I’ve used this pandemic to really buckle down and release my creativity. I hope you all enjoy all of my works. Thanks for the support and happy reading!

Character Interview: Kasey

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Get to know the characters from The Cardboard Sign.  Book: The Cardboard Sign: Kasey’s View

Full Name: Kasey Barteen

(Who are your parents?) I tell people to address them as Mr. and Mrs. Barteen.

(Do you have any siblings?) Yes, one.  Charlise “Sissy” Barteen

(Are you right or left handed?) Right Handed

(Which words or phrases do you most overuse?) Not quite sure.  There probably are just a few? Let me think…. I’ll say the word “Just”.  It just fits in with most situations.

(What grade are you in now?) 8th grade 

(What is the most evil thing you have ever done so far?) Evil is not in my vocabulary. I’m a saint.

(How close are you to your family?) Very close, I love them all, even Little Dennis. We mesh like peanut butter and jelly.

(Which person do you wish you were closest to?) My dad.  We’re just having a rough patch right now.

(Who is the person you despise the most, why?) Christopher Harrowing. He’s not the person I thought he was when we first met.

(How do you deal with stress?) I write in my journal.

(What do you have in your pockets or purse?) Just some pens and puzzle pieces.  What about you?

(Do you enjoy school? If not, why do you struggle?) For the most part, school is just okay. I like my friends and some of my classes.  It’s not like I can just not go to school… ya know?

The Cardboard Sign: Kasey’s View

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The Cardboard Sign: Kasey’s View is available for preorder on most platforms. This book has been a labor of love that I am proud to finally be able to share with the world. The last day to preorder is May 30, 2021. The book will be available for all to enjoy on May 31, 2021. Will you have the courage to take a look to discover the truth?

https://store.bookbaby.com/bookshop/book/index.aspx?bookURL=The-Cardboard-Sign

Book Group

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Hello All,

Not only am I a writer, but I love to read. Because of my passion for reading, I’ve started a monthly online book group, K.Y.Thompson’s Online Book Group, on Facebook. Each month I will select a book and we will discuss it at the appropriate set date. This month the book of choice is The Conductors by Nicole Glover.

I look forward to many enriching discussions with each of you. To get started, click the link below and join the conversation.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/187260496560879/

XOXO K.Y. Thompson