Salons : Creating Community, Gatherings, & Conversations That Matter

A practical and personal exploration of the transformative power of salons-in many cases, a next-level evolution of a book club-with hosting advice tailored for different goals, budgets, and personalities.Salons are enjoying a renaissance worldwide. More structured than a hangout or casual dinner party, and oftentimes an evolution of a successful book club, salons can spark lively discussions and help develop a joyful, intentional community.Blending focused and informed advice with heartfelt reflection, book industry professional Linda-Marie Barrett shares her experience hosting salons at her home-the lessons learned as well as the life-changing connections she discovered-and guides readers through the whats, whys, and hows of creating their own salons. Learn how to cultivate deep conversations and authentic connection using Barrett’s clear guidelines and real-life examples, including helpful suggestions for handling even challenging scenarios.Readers will also hear directly from membe