How do I find and reserve a book for my book club?
You may search the library for current books in our circulation. We typically carry one copy of a book.
If the book you are looking for is not in our circulation, or you require more than one copy, you may request copies through Inter Library Loans or by asking a clerk. The fee to borrow a book through Inter Library Loans is $1.50/book. This helps cover the cost of the postage. Please note that typically, new books can be difficult to get through inter library loans. In that instance, we recommend you take a look at the Book Club Kits available through Inter Library Loans.
How do I join a Book Club?
We do not have a current library led book club. There are several community-led book clubs. For more information, please ask at the front desk.
I am already a member of a Book Club and would like to borrow books for our next meeting! How can I do that?
That’s wonderful! We ask that the host of the book club sends us an email at carmanlibrary@outlook.com with the following information:
Book Club Name:
Name of Book:
# of copies requested:
Date of book club meeting to disperse books: (we will do our best to get the books here in time for your meeting)
We will let you know when your books are ready for pickup. The host will be responsible for letting their book club members know when the books are available. Books requested through Inter Library Loans have a fee of $1.50/book at pickup.
What is a book club kit and how can I order one?
A Book Club Kit is a set of books (typically 4 or more) that is available to borrow through Inter Library Loans. Book Club Kits are a great way to receive newer books in a large quantity.
There are two libraries that offer Book Club Kits through Inter Library Loans:
Bibliothèque Allard Regional Library: View their catalogue with most of their kits here. Or go to their website for the most up to date info.
Minnedosa Regional Library: Search their kits here. Each kit has 3 copies of the book.
Once you have picked the kit you would like to order, call or send us an email with the kit name, your book club name, contact person's info and date of book club meeting to complete the request. The fee for kits is $1.50/book. Please note that some book club kits have 10 books total.
Starting your own book club?
Here are a few resources to help:
Resources for book clubs, including advice, reading guides, and book club Q&As.
Library Patron Card required for signin. Book suggestions and author read alikes.
Find your next book club read by browsing their collection of discussion guides.
Provides information on starting or joining a book club, sample discussion questions, etc.
Read reviews, keep track of books you've read, reading lists and more.