Book Clubs

For years CBLDF’s Comic & Manga Book Club Handbooks have provided proven strategies for getting started, selecting books, engaging your community, and much more. Now this resource has been revamped with all-new sections addressing remote book clubs in light of the current coronavirus guidelines. Updated with tips and resources for bringing your existing comic or manga book club online or developing a new remote group to interact with your community no matter where you are. This edition is a must-read for anyone interested in creating a welcome way to unite with others in a digital space or face to face.

This publication is part of an education collaboration between Comic Book Legal Defense Fund and Comic-Con International, who co-produced the handbook with the assistance of Erwin Magbanua of the San Diego Public Library. The Comic Book Club Handbook is illustrated throughout by legendary cartoonist Rick Geary!

For readers that are already familiar with the Manga & Comic Book Club Handbooks, check out the Remote Tips first! This will get you right to the info you need to move your existing club online. Read it below or download your own copy by clicking the arrow in the top left of the window when you are in full-screen mode.

For readers that are looking to start a remote Comic Book Club, read the full handbook below to get ideas on how to shape your space, ways to achieve your goals, and even comics to get you started. Share it with your friends that you want to help you organize, moderate, and join your new Comic Book Club. Read it below or download your own copy by clicking the arrow in the top left of the window when you are in full-screen mode.

For readers that are looking to start a remote Manga Book Club, make sure you get your own handbook below. CBLDF worked hard to address manga specific issues, as well as manga recommendations to get you and your friends started. Even as the popularity of manga increases, it is by nature a global community so a remote club will always be a great way to engage in a diverse experience with other fans. Share it with your friends that you want to ask to help you organize, moderate, and join your new Manga Book Club. Read it below or download your own copy by clicking the arrow in the top left of the window when you are in full-screen mode.

Don’t miss other CBLDF resources designed to support remote environments. Whether you’re a teacher, librarian, parent, or student – there are items for everyone in our community.
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