True Crime Book Club (Adults) In-Person
Join us for a thoughtful monthly discussion on some of the most compelling true crime stories in print. This club explores real cases through the lens of history, justice, psychology, and storytelling. Each session is anchored by a featured book and includes guided questions, space for open discussion, and optional media tie-ins like maps or trial clips.
This fall, our reading list includes cults, corruption, small-town serial killers, and shipwrecks:
- August 13th: Helter Skelter by Vincent Bugliosi
- September 10th: Fever in the Heartland by Timothy Egan
- October 8th: A Hunger to Kill by Kim Mager & Lisa Pulitzer
- November 12th: The Wager by David Grann
Come ready to listen, reflect, and engage. All readers welcome, whether you’ve read every page or just want to join the conversation
- Location:
- John and Judy Gay Library
- Date:
- Wednesday, September 10, 2025 Show more dates
- Time:
- 7:00pm - 8:00pm
- Audience:
- Adults
Please select ticket quantity based on number of participants.
Today's Reading: Fever in the Heartland by Timothy Egan
What to Expect
- Welcome & housekeeping (5-10 minutes)
- Icebreaker/warm-up question (5-10 minutes)
- Book discussion with guided prompts (40-50 minutes)
- Wrap-up and preview next month's title (10 minutes)
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