Second book!! The Color Purple, by Alice Walker

[Emma]

Just an FYI - the books I am suggesting I haven't read myself. I am learning and reading for the first time with you. I am trying to choose works that cover as much ground as possible and are diverse... I've heard amazing things about this book from a person that I trust... The musical is currently on Broadway (starring Cynthia Erivo, Jennifer Hudson and Danielle Brooks) and a film was made of the book in 1985 by Steven Spielberg. It was Oprah Winfrey’s film debut and introduced Whoopi Goldberg (I love both of these women). I’m excited to read it and maybe do some watching too.

Love,
E xx

[Kikki]

Oh! I'm actually familiar with the movie adaptation of this! It was the first movie I saw that starred Whoopi Goldberg who is one of my favorite female actors <3

[Jason]

I've been meaning to read this. Thanks.

[Lindy]

Yay! So excited!

[Leeza]

Excellent choice! Looking forward to reading it again in a later decade of my life & seeing how it resonates differently.

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sounds great! I watched the movie a long time ago so I don't remember any of it. It will be like discovering this story for the first time.

[Agnes Szalkowska]

I was reading that ages ago and I'm watch a movie 3 times. Is very good choice.

[Michelle]

HOORAYYYY! I'm very excited to read this, I've heard wonderful things about this book.

[[deleted user]]

I can't wait to read this book, really really excited.

[Ana, Our Shared Shelf Moderator]

Yay!!!

:D We were truly looking forward to beginning February in proper style - reading this month's book!

[Agnes Szalkowska]

Time to buy this book ;)

[Marc]

Great! Looking forward to read this book! Can't Wait!

[Julia]

I've heard of the movie before. Excited to read this book. I'm gonna buy it tomorrow, I hope they've already got a copy in my favourite bookstore :)

[Jonas]

yes!!!!!

[Shana]

Great choice Em. I believe my mom has The Color Purple in her library of MANY books. I haven't read it but should have. The movie is incredible. Speaking of movies... Good luck with promoting Regression and Colonia premiering this week. If Regression is playing in Manhattan I plan on seeing it this weekend. Looking forward to the U.S. Release of Colonia. Best wishes and happy reading. -Shana : )

[Anne Elisabeth]

This is good, since I also like the colour of purple. It is so pretty :)

[Deborah]

I've watched the film a long time ago. Looking forward to reading the book now!

[David]

Ha! I've had this on my shelf for ages. I've loved the movie since I was young. It'll be nice to have a solid excuse to finally read it.

[Anna Francesca]

I'm so pleased we finally know the second book and for those looking for a cheaper way of purchasing, Amazon UK have it for just £1.99 on kindle (ebook) which I think is a great price!

[Ashton]

Wonderful :) Can't wait to order it and get reading!

[Jackie]

One of my all time favorite books!

[Eddline]

Seems like an amazing book!

[Sandy Bergeson]

I have read it and it is amazing...lots and lots of issues to discuss...
The movie was quite good and the musical is excellent....have seen them all!

sandy

[Sylvia]

So excited! I've got my copy :)

[Kyle]

I just purchased my copy! :)

[Evi]

Yes, thank you! I'm really excited about this one. After reading The Help in January, I was looking into buying The Color Purple, but decided to wait until I finished some more books I already own. As it is now our next book, that plan changed ofcourse. I just bought the e-book.

[Katia]

Yes!! I have READ THIS BOOK. And it's AMAZING!! I loved it sooo much!!! It is one of my favorite books. It's very moving and I always recommend it to people! GREAT CHOICE!!

[Melle]

Good choice! It has been on my "to read" list forever!

[Kayla]

So excited to finally get started on this book I have heard great things about it!

[Ashley Reading Stewardess]

I grew up watching the film, one of my all time favorite Steven Spielberg movies. Such a wonderful cast and beautifully rendered. I haven't read the book, but I guess maybe now I should.

[Romina]

Perfect selection for this month!! I can't wait to start reading it!

[Becca]

I've been meaning to read this for ages and JUST picked up a copy a couple of weeks ago. The timing is perfection! Plus I've never seen the movie, so once we finish, I'll have a great excuse to sit down and watch it. Looking forward to this one!

[Genny]

We never doubted that, Ms. Emma. Though, it's good to hear that we are learning together, like a true group :)
That aside, excellent choice, I have seen the film adaption and it's very well done.
If You haven't seen it, please do, I am sure You will appreciate it as well :)
Well, time to go obtain the book ;)
I wish You well Ms. Emma, can't wait to hear about the Colonia premiere!!! X

[Emily]

Emma wrote: "Just an FYI - the books I am suggesting I haven't read myself. I am learning and reading for the first time with you. I am trying to choose works that cover as much ground as possible and are diver..."

I've never read it, but Alice Walker is amazing. Thanks for helping me to finally sit down and enjoy it! I'm so glad you're diversifying the authors we'll be reading!

[Mandy]

Alice Walker's writing is absolutely amazing (that doesn't do her justice). I've read Everyday Use and reference it in so many conversations -- I'm more than looking forward to reading The Color Purple!

[Allan]

Hey!
I will read this book!
I have a huge Expectations of this!
Do you have those too!?

[Mary]

Julia wrote: "I've heard of the movie before. Excited to read this book. I'm gonna buy it tomorrow, I hope they've already got a copy in my favourite bookstore :)"

I just ordered both books from amazon. Last month's and now this month's. I got both of them at reduced prices, since I am on a fixed income I usually do not pay a lot of money for my books.

I can's wait to get them to start.

[Eadie]

I should think her "Warrior Marks" which addresses female genital mutilation.

[Brian]

Just ordered the book! I missed the first month's book, so I'm looking forward to reading and experiencing this one!

[Belinda]

Book bought and delivered (I'm buying digital copies as my bookshelf is overflowing). Heard good things about the film but never seen it, which I'm quite glad of, as it means I'm coming to it with no expectations.

[Paula]

Great choice! I watched the movie with Oprah a long time ago and I loved it, but I never got the chance to read the book!! Can't wait to read it!

[Aali]

Looking forward to reading this, thank you. Ordered it now.

[Anie]

So happy this book has been chosen! I have had it on my shelf for ages and just haven't picked it up, and now I have motivation. I have read other works by Alice Walker, and she is amazing. I'll admit, I was getting nervous when the book was unannounced for this month, but now I can sit back and enjoy.

[Mary]

I read this book many years ago, before the movie came out. Love both the book and the movie! It's definitely worth reading a second time, so I look forward to the discussion

[Tracy]

I've read this before, but it's been awhile. It'll be nice to read it again with fresh eyes, and new thoughts.

[Amanda]

I have wanted to read this for so long!

[Siva Sai Praneeth SSP]

Aye aye Emma

[Shruti morethanmylupus]

Brilliant choice! Absolutely amazing book.

(I saw it on Broadway years ago and had a chance to meet the cast afterward with the Jackie Robinson Foundation, which was such an honor. I'm sure the current cast is absolutely amazing as well.)

x

[Will]

I knew you were gonna choose this one! :D Awesome I've been meaning to read this one for forever

[Catherine]

Can't wait to get into this book! This group has given me the motivation to pick up reading for enjoyment again and it's so exciting to bring that passion back with a topic as compelling as feminism. Thanks for setting this up Emma!