MPL Adult Book Club

Menands Public Library Adult Book Club

We meet on the last Tuesday of every month from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Books can be picked up at the library, and you can also borrow digital copies through Libby & Hoopla.

A one-time Registration is recommended—please call us at (518) 463-4035 or email Sarah at director@menandslibrary.org to let us know you're coming and if you have any dietary restrictions for snacks - we will always have nut-free and gluten-free options.

We look forward to reading with you! Join us for engaging discussions, and let’s explore these incredible stories together.

Death of the Author by Nnedi Okorafor

September brings Death of the Author by Nnedi Okorafor, a bold and thought-provoking exploration of identity, legacy, and the complex interplay between creator and creation. In this gripping and inventive narrative, Okorafor challenges traditional boundaries by blending African folklore with speculative fiction, while questioning the authority of authorship itself. As the story delves into themes of cultural reclamation, artistic ownership, and the intersections of personal history and public perception, Death of the Author invites readers to rethink the power dynamics of storytelling. With Okorafor’s trademark imagination and incisive commentary, this novel is an exhilarating journey through the blurred lines of narrative control and self-discovery.