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FOR BOOK CLUBS AND READING GROUPS

Read A Cherry Blossom in the Dead of Winter together

A short welcome from Autumn, inviting your group to share the memoir, talk it through, and even meet the author.

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A Cherry Blossom in the Dead of Winter
AUTUMN C. MARCONETT

About the book

A short summary written for groups, so leaders can plan their meetings.
GENRE
Memoir
SUGGESTED PACE
2 to 3 meetings
GOOD FOR
Honest conversation

Discussion questions

Eight to ten questions, from first impressions to the final pages.
OPENINGWhat did the title mean to you before you began, and did that change by the end?Leader tip: A gentle opener that helps everyone share first impressions.
OPENINGWhich early moment drew you into Autumn’s story?Leader tip: Invite members to point to a passage and read it aloud.
THE HEART OF THE STORYWas there a moment that reminded you of a season in your own life?Leader tip: Memoir groups often find this is where the best conversation happens.
THE HEART OF THE STORYHow did the people around Autumn shape the way she faced hard times?Leader tip: Opens a discussion about support, family and friendship.
CLOSINGWhat does a cherry blossom in winter represent to you now?Leader tip: Brings the group back to the title and its meaning.
CLOSINGWhat will you carry with you after finishing the book?Leader tip: A warm way to close the final meeting.
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Printable discussion guide

All questions in one PDF for your next meeting.

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Meet the author

Autumn can join your group in person or by video call.
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From our reading groups

Real photos and comments from clubs that read the memoir, shared with their permission.