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I am so happy I discovered the We Are Bookish Book Club Kit for By the Book before my cousins and I started reading it for our book club! This kit has been such a helpful resource, making our discussions even more engaging and structured. As a former teacher, and with my cousin currently teaching 5th grade, we both love having a guide to keep our conversations focused and meaningful.

The discussion questions have sparked some fantastic conversations, and the extra features—like the author interview, book recommendations, and fun activities—have made our meetings even more enjoyable. The content warning is a thoughtful inclusion, making it easier for everyone to engage with the book comfortably.

This kit has really leveled up our reading experience, and I can't recommend it enough for other book clubs.

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As always I appreciated how well-fleshed out these characters were. I always love how Guillory includes real-life struggles for her characters to work through. Even the characters who seem to have it all also have personal challenges.

Both Izzy and Beau were working through issues and watching them move through that and grow together was immensely satisfying. Even though this wasn't as steamy as some of her prior works, in my opinion the level of romance fit this story perfectly.

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I love these book club kits. They are beautifully made and easy to follow. I absolutely love the layout. Extremely beautiful!

I like that there is a content warning in this kit. That is something most books lack, so it is nice to see that it has been a thought that some topics might be harder for some people to read than others.

Moreover, in this kit, there is an interview with the author of the book, Jasmine Guillory.

Also, there are of course a bunch of discussion questions you can use in your book club when reading and talking about the book.

There is even an interview with the cover designer and matching bookmarks.

This is a very beautiful book kit. I absolutely recommend this for you in a book club or even for you, who just want to get to know Jasmine Guillory and “By the book” better

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love these book club kits. They are beautifully made and easy to follow. I absolutely love the layout. Extremely beautiful!

I like that there is a content warning in this kit. That is something most books lack, so it is nice to see that it has been a thought that some topics might be harder for some people to read than others.

Moreover, in this kit, there is an interview with the author of the book, Jasmine Guillory.

Also, there are of course a bunch of discussion questions you can use in your book club when reading and talking about the book.

There is even an interview with the cover designer and matching bookmarks.

This is a very beautiful book kit. I absolutely recommend this for you in a book club or even for you, who just want to get to know Jasmine Guillory and “By the book” better.

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As a Disney fan myself, I was super excited to get the chance to see what Jasmine Guillory's thoughts were about this story. My friends and I loved this kit and the discussion questions were a great way to get us thinking more deeply about the story. My favorite part of this kit was the pen name generator. I also loved the book recommendations at the end of the kit. I am always looking for more romance recs so being able to get some insight about what is new is always helpful. I loved this book club kit and it really enhanced the experience of the story so much for me.

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I thought this was the book. Kind of disappointment but I should have paid more attention when signing up.

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The book club kit for *By the Book* by Jasmine Guillory is a fantastic way to wrap up the available books in this series. As my fourth kit, I’ve come to really appreciate how each one has added a special layer of depth to the reading experience, and this one was no exception. The kit includes insightful discussion questions that sparked some lively conversations about the book’s themes of love, literature, and finding your own voice. I especially enjoyed the bonus activities, which encouraged readers to explore the book’s literary references and even create their own romantic story ideas. It’s clear a lot of thought went into making this kit engaging and interactive. I’m genuinely hopeful that they’ll continue making these kits for future releases in the series—they’re such a fun and enriching way to engage with the books, and I can’t wait to see what’s next!

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Love this book club kit! It includes writing advice and writing exercises, really interesting and you can learn something from it!

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This is such a great addition to reading the book, and I love the bookmarks because the cover is so adorable!

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Izzy and Beau were the cutest ever! This was such a great book. It was a sweet romantic comedy perfect for those who love fairytales and happy endings.

Special thanks to NetGalley and Jasmine Guillory for sharing this digital reviewer copy with me in exchange my honest thoughts.

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The Book Club Kit for By the Book by Jasmine Guillory was a fantastic addition, with engaging prompts and unique insights from the author. It created a rich, interactive experience that enhanced our discussion and understanding of the story.

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I loved that this kit gives writing exercises and writing advice. It gives inspiring writers some hope of making it into the publishing industry just like they did.

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The Book Club Kit: By the Book by We Are Bookish is a charming and well-organized resource designed to enhance any book club discussion of Jasmine Guillory’s By the Book. Featuring thoughtful discussion questions, an engaging author interview, and fun extras, the kit provides everything readers need to dive deeper into the themes, characters, and delightful world of the novel. Sponsored by Disney Publishing Worldwide, it’s a perfect companion to spark conversation and celebrate Guillory’s modern, romantic twist on a beloved fairy tale. A must-have for fans of Jasmine Guillory and book clubs looking to add a creative touch to their meetings!

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Once again, thank you so much for the kit!
It's so refreshing to find a publisher that does this and gives you book marks and writing prompts. My group read this before, but we're going to use this for a fun review of the series!!
Thank you!!

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This kit was helpful in fostering active and engaging conversation. Instead of just discussing opinions and the plot, it allowed the group to delve deeper.

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In this reimagining of Beauty and The Beast, Izzy didn’t think she’d still be living at home, working as an editorial assistant at 25. To prove she deserves a promotion, Izzy takes it upon herself to give a jaded high-profile author a pep talk to push him to complete his late manuscript. Soon these two find they have more in common than they thought. Jasmine’s books are always a treat!

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I am seriously OBSESSED with this book club kit!!! It has author interview pages, discussion question pages, good ideas, read next ideas, games…. So many fun things to use with the book!! The bookmarks are pretty!!

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By the Book was very cute. I really enjoyed reading this book, it was fast but I felt like I needed more.

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I absolutely loved the Book Club Kit! It's the perfect resource for anyone looking to enhance their reading experience and spark deeper discussions. The kit is well-organized, with insightful discussion questions, author interviews, and thoughtful suggestions for related books. It really helped guide our group's conversation and made the reading experience feel even more engaging. The additional materials, like background information on the book and its themes, provided context that enriched our understanding. Whether you're in a formal book club or just looking to dive deeper into a novel, this kit is a must-have. Highly recommend!

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This book club kit was not only useful, it was so cute! I loved it! I especially loved that it came with an easy-to-print bookmark to give away to my book club members!

When I first downloaded it I had no idea what to expect because it was my first book club download but I can honestly say it superseded anything I could’ve expected! It prepared us with everything we needed from beginning to end with discusión questions, a little writing activity, appetizer and drink recipe, a little gift in the form of a bookmark, and a pen name game. I can’t think of anything I would add or remove to make it better.

Lets mention “Izzy’s Writing Advise! Idk if she really took the time to write that for us book club members but I really felt personalized just for us! I think that was our favorite part of this book club guide.

If you are planning on reading a romance novel with your book club, don’t pass this one up ❤️

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