Old Books, New Readers discussion

Comment below if you would like to buddy up with other members to read this 1,000 page June and July Book of the Month. Buddy matches will be assigned and posted on May 31st.

Once matches are made, the buddy groups will decide how to communicate with each other throughout the two months.

I would like to buddy read this novel with someone - maybe even a group of 3?

I'm ready

One of my favorites! I’d love to buddy read, sign me up please!

I am slow reader, especially when it comes to those verbose writers. I make it a point to not gloss over terminology so I keep an online dictionary handy. Based on what others have been saying, this seems like a fast-moving read. As long as this doesn't read like a Henry James novel, sign me up for a buddy read.

I am in. Enjoy Reading, 📕

Sadie Hazelton want to be in the Buddy Read.

Kathleen Bianchi would like to buddy with an older woman

I spent my Memorial Day afternoon picking up a brand new Scribner paperback edition, and I'm ready to go! I don't usually buy books, but I didn't want to worry about the pesky library fines. Looking forward to my buddy.

Let's buddy up!

This is so awesome! I like the idea of reading with someone, sharing thoughts and ideas. I am excited about getting started!

This book have thousands of pages, this is my first time in buddy reads reading such a book.

I'd like a buddy! This book has been on my list for a long time; I'm excited to finally get to it.

No idea what a buddy read is really but willing to try. I've read the book a few times but not recently - maybe 10 years ago.

Is this buddy read thing an alternative to everyone just reading and chatting along as a big group? I'm new so I'm a bit confused, I thought it was a group read.

If the buddy system is how you guys commonly operate, I'm down for that. If age is a factor for partnering up I'm 27 but don't feel any preference with age or gender for pairing up.

yes, im wondering about the buddy-ing up proposal

i also think that we should try to read the girl with a pearl earring, i know that it's a small book and a little newer but...idk i just think it would be fun to read and buddy up with, i read it and i wish i had someone to discuss it with. open to reading it again.

The group offers random Buddy Reads, but this particular one is to read Gone With the Wind with a randomly assigned buddy. You two figure out and decide exactly what works for the two of you: texts, IMs, FB, or any other form of communication. You can create a schedule (ck in once a week, daily messages, scheduled chats- whatever the two of you want.) And then individually contributing to the whole group discussion here.

I’ll assign buddies on Friday evening.

I'd like to join. Sounds like fun.

Hoping that Daniel and I can take turns handing that paperback back and forth through many readings. It's my favorite form to hold as I read.

I would like to have a buddy!
I'm not normally a slow reader, but I'm currently in exam season so it might be a little bit thougher! Nevertheless, I'll start in July at full speed!

I would like to have a buddy one of my all time favorite books.

Would love a buddy I am a 59 year old woman don’t care who I’m paired with

I’d like a buddy. Open to any partnering. Maybe since I’m a Yank, maybe i could be partnered with a Southerner?

I haven't bothered about my buddy reader.

Debbie Buzinkai (name in GR John Buzinkai) wants to buddy read

What good timing! I had put in a request and it is being shipped to my library as we speak. I will not be able to start until Monday or Tuesday, but would love to buddy read it.

Jocelyn wrote: "Is this buddy read thing an alternative to everyone just reading and chatting along as a big group? I'm new so I'm a bit confused, I thought it was a group read.

If the buddy system is how you guy..."

The group offers random Buddy Reads, but this particular one is to read Gone With the Wind with a randomly assigned buddy. We do have a thread for a group discussion of this book for members to particpate. The thread is provided below:
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/group... Enjoy Reading, 📘

Recently bought it... So I'm in...

i’d like to buddy read! thanks!

Would really love to buddy read.

I have never done a buddy read but Gone with the Wind seems like a great book to jump into the buddy pool!

Daphne wrote: "I have never done a buddy read but Gone with the Wind seems like a great book to jump into the buddy pool!"

I want to be your buddy!

I have never read Gone with the Wind and would love a buddy to discuss with, please!

I would like to buddy up with someone.

Katie wrote: "Daphne wrote: "I have never done a buddy read but Gone with the Wind seems like a great book to jump into the buddy pool!"

I want to be your buddy!"

Hi! Let's see what happens. :-)

If anyone wants to buddy read, let me know Tom

Tom, I'm going to assign buddies this evening. I'll be posting it late tonight or by tomorrow.

Here are the 'Buddies' for the June/July BOTM - Gone with the Wind:
Anna and Jenny
Arshad and Jocelyn
Hunter and Jackie
Tom and Marsha
Sadie and Talib
Rawan and Jamila
Avie and La Tonya
Kathleen and Annette
Vicki and Lorna
Debbie and Daphne
Kirsten and Julianna
Katie and Sylvia
Kris and Autumn
Daniel, Vera, and Nikita (students in exams)

You can message your buddy directly by clicking on his/her name in this comment thread and sending a message. It is 100% up to the two (three) of you to determine how you will 'discuss' the reading of this 1,000 page classic.

Here are some thoughts:
1. Decide on the best way to communicate (GR message, facebook, text, Instant Message, email, Instagram, or other). Trade contact info.
2. Decide on how often you would like to connect: one specific day a week, after reaching a specific page number, whenever you have something to share.
3. Introduce yourselves and get to know each other. Life long friends are made by random pairings like this.
4. Enjoy! No pressure - just share the experience of venturing into a part of American history along with another 'buddy.'
5. Super important! (I saved the best for last...) Don't forget to share comments with the entire group using the Discussion threads on Goodreads 'Old Books, New Readers.'

(I will send messages to each buddy pair to make sure you are able to connect.)

Enjoy! And happy reading! I'm super excited to crack open my book and start reading tomorrow!

Would love to buddy read recently picked this up at book sale. Am an older woman in 60's but would be comfortable pairing with anyone. Have watched movie first time read

Connie wrote: "Would love to buddy read recently picked this up at book sale. Am an older woman in 60's but would be comfortable pairing with anyone. Have watched movie first time read"

Connie, if we get a new person, I'll buddy you with him/her. If not, I'll add you to make a group of 3. Look for a message.

If its not to late I wold like to buddy read this with someone. Won't be the first time I have read this so would be good to have someone to talk about it with. Lets just say I am older than I want to be but not young enough to retire, lol.

Hi Marsha, sent you a friend request on GR. We’re buddied for GWTW. Tom

Autumn wrote: "If its not to late I wold like to buddy read this with someone. Won't be the first time I have read this so would be good to have someone to talk about it with. Lets just say I am older than I want..."

I feel that, haha

Hello
I thought I replied to join this reading group
Not sure how to get used to using this site yet.
I am beginning today with reading part 1 Gone with the Wind.
Thank you for organizing
Please let me know whatever else I may need to in order to best participate and make it a fun time.
Thank you
Kris

Kris, would you like to buddy up with Autumn to read this book. No rules. The two of you connect and decide how and when to ‘discuss’ this book.

Autumn wrote: "If its not to late I wold like to buddy read this with someone. Won't be the first time I have read this so would be good to have someone to talk about it with. Lets just say I am older than I want..."
Hi Autumn,
I am new to this format of book club reading. I do read a lot and a fair amount of suggestions come from Goodreads but I just do not usually use this sort of reading group.
Sylvia asked if I would be interested in buddying up with you I would love to if you wish let me know how you prefer to contact for discussion.
I read Gone with the Wind before but decades ago. I enjoy reading about 100 pages a day although I’m currently having some neck and back issues so may depend on how things are feeling.
Looking forward to hearing from you.

Kathleen:
I see that we are paired together for the buddy read however I don't see you in any of the posts. Let me know how to reach you! Annette

Annette, here is Kathleen:
https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/3...

Annette wrote: "Kathleen:
I see that we are paired together for the buddy read however I don't see you in any of the posts. Let me know how to reach you! Annette"

Annette, I sent you link to Kathleen. Check your messages.