Quick reads  Quick Reads are fast-paced, bite-sized books by bestselling writers and celebrities
They are aimed at adults who have lost or never had the reading habit, or avid readers wanting a short, fast read
Quick reads really are are for every type of reader. You can read more about the range and publishing programme here
This series is ideal for starting reading groups or just sharing a book with friends and having a chat about it.
Most reading group members enjoy talking about the titles and the topics raised. Lively discussions and range of views about some of the titles are reflected in the following extracts from recent reviews...
The Sun book of short stories
This book can be an ideal "ice breaker" for all reading levels and groups
"I enjoyed "A Living" because it made me think of when I was a teenager. I could relate to the story - but I didn't like the end" by Gavin
The "Ball games" story had me thinking of loads of things that happen in today's way of living. I was expecting a different ending and had to read it over again. It was a very good and sad ending" by Cynthia
"Murder in Catcher's Wood has a really good twist" by Sam
"Something to suit everyone...stories gripped me as I read, although they were only a few pages long" By Kellie
"Enjoyed book very much. Never read short stories before and it was great to finish a story in one go!" Anonymous
Naturally enough not every reader agreed with the last reviewer and some just didn't like the book at all:
"Enjoyed the fact that they were short, but found the three stories I read very depressing" Anonymous
"Even though I couldn't put the book down, I was quite disappointed" By Rebecca
A librarian's view of the different reactions? We are all different so it is quite OK to disagree about almost any book!
We are currently starting some "Quick read" groups within local Family Programmes based at the Cwm Golau Integrated Children's Centre and other similar situations and that opportunity could be open to you
Contact us if you and your friends or colleagues would like a quick read or to start a reading group based on these books
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