Book Club Kits

The University Libraries and University Book Club have partnered to create a collection of book kits available to the university community for check out.

What is in the kit?

Each book club kit bag contains six copies of the title and a zipper pouch with discussion questions.

Each buddy read kit bag contains two copies of the title and a zipper pouch with discussion questions.

Can I request a kit?

Currently kits are not requestable and are first-come, first-served.

How long can I keep a kit?

Kits are checked out for four weeks and may be renewed.

How do I return a kit?

Kits must be returned to the 1st floor circulation desk at Wilson Library. Please do not put the bags in outdoor or indoor book return slots.

When returning kits, please check to be sure all copies of the book are in the bag, as well as the zipper pouch with the discussion guide. If copies of the book, the discussion questions, or zipper bag are missing, the person who checked out the bag will be billed for the replacement cost of the missing items.

What happens if I lose a copy?

If copies of the book, the discussion questions, or zipper bag are missing, the person who checked out the bag will be billed for the replacement cost of the missing items.

Can I suggest a title for a book club or buddy read kit?

Yes! We are open to input and want a selection that resonates with the UMN community. However, this is a pilot program with limited funding, so we cannot guarantee that any suggestions will be purchased. Please email libfunreads@umn.edu with your suggestions.

Any other questions or comments?

Have a question or a comment about the kits?

Please reach out to libfunreads@umn.edu 

 

Last Updated: May 15, 2025 2:29 PM