Bobcat Reads: How to Read a Book
Bobcat Reads will be discussing How to Read a Book by Monica Wood from March 13, 2026, through May 15, 2026.
The next Bobcat Reads selection is How to Read a Book by Maine author Monica Wood. In this moving novel set in Portland, Maine, the lives of three strangers intertwine following a tragic accident. Violet, recently released from prison, seeks a fresh start with the help of her former book club mentor, only to cross paths with the man whose life she inadvertently shattered. It is a powerful story about the resilience of the human spirit, the search for forgiveness, and the transformative power of literature.
Join our vibrant online Bobcat community to discuss and dissect our latest selection. With a two-month reading window for each book, you’ll have plenty of time to savor the story and join the conversation. Dive into your summer reading with us!
- Bobcat Reads is for everyone. If you would like to participate but find the cost of the book prohibitive, please email us at alumni@bates.edu.
- An easy and fun way to connect and network with other alumni
- Deepen your knowledge and explore new topics with fellow Bobcats
Did you know?
- We are kicking off our sixth year of the Bobcat Reads alumni book club!
- More than 400 alumni have signed up to participate in the Bobcat Reads alumni book club!
- Alumni participants span 41 different majors.
- Alumni of all ages—Class Years 1948-2024—have signed up.