# How to Keep Your Book Club From Becoming a Wine-Drinking Gossip Fest (Unless That's the Goal, in Which Case, Carry On!)

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Podcast: [Extraordinary Team Tips](https://stenobird.com/podcast/extraordinary-team-tips-200618)
Published: 2025-03-19T21:10:00+00:00
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## Resource

The best book clubs strike a balance between structured discussion and free-flowing conversation - which is why having a facilitator (or at least some semblance of a plan) is crucial. So, whether your book club is thriving or teetering on the edge of chaos, here are a few ways to keep the discussion engaging, inclusive, and—most importantly—fun.

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