A Novel Idea began in 2004 with a simple question in mind: What would happen if as many people as possible in Deschutes County read the same book? Now, more than 20 years later, it’s turned into Oregon’s biggest book club event! A Novel Idea features a month of thought-provoking events every spring that expand on the selected book’s themes and ideas. And for the finale, we host a free in-person visit from the author.
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Join us for the unveiling of the 2027 selection on Saturday, December 5, at the Central Library in Bend. Then, check out a copy of the book or buy your own copy from a local bookseller. Have your own book club? Incorporate the A Novel Idea selection for an immersive book club experience.