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Book clubs are you ready? Time for celebrity book club picks for February 2024! 🤩
I absolutely love books, and I’m always curious about the latest celebrity book club picks and most popular books they are being read right now. The book choices of these clubs really inspire me and help me decide what to read next.
My list contains picks from some of the most popular book clubs, such as Read With Jenna, Oprah, and Reese Witherspoon book clubs! To check out book club picks for the previous month, click here!
Do you have or follow a book club? Let me know and I’ll add it into this post, which gets updated every month with new book club picks for that month.
Here’s a complete list of celebrity book club picks for February 2024.
Read with Jenna
Read with Jenna Book Club has selected Good Material by Dolly Alderton for their February 2024 pick.
Good Material by Dolly Alderton
Release date: January 30, 2024
Genre: Contemporary Women Fiction
Good Material tells the story of Andy and Jen, a couple who were in love but are now separated. The book follows Andy’s journey as he tries to understand why Jen ended their relationship. As Andy grapples with being without a home and waiting for his stand-up career to take off, he reflects on the challenges of growing up and navigating heartbreak.
The novel explores themes of heartbreak, friendship, and self-discovery. It combines snappy dialogue, realistic relationship dynamics, and humorous moments to deliver a romantic comedy with a British twist. Throughout the story, Andy seeks to solve the puzzle of his ruined relationship in the hopes of rekindling the love he once shared with Jen. The book also provides insight into Jen’s perspective, offering a well-rounded exploration of the complexities of relationships.
Reese’s Book Club
Reese’s Book Club has selected Redwood Court by DéLana R. A. Dameron for their February 2024 book club pick.
Redwood Court by DéLana R. A. Dameron
Release date: February 6, 2024
Genre: Coming of Age Fiction
Redwood Court follows the coming-of-age journey of Mika Tabor, the youngest daughter in an unforgettable Southern Black family. Set in the 1990s on Redwood Court, an all-Black working-class cul-de-sac in Columbia, South Carolina, the story unfolds through Mika’s eyes as she learns valuable life lessons from her family and neighbors.
Mika, often in the care of her loved ones, absorbs the stories and struggles of those around her. The narrative explores the dynamics of her family, including hardworking parents, an older sister with her unique musical tastes, and retired grandparents who achieved their vision of success during the era of Jim Crow. The community on Redwood Court is portrayed as a tight-knit group committed to fostering joy and love despite societal challenges.
The novel beautifully captures the essence of being seen and the transformative power it holds. It is a celebration of the extraordinary, ordinary people in Mika’s life, showcasing their determination in the face of adversity and their pursuit of happiness in a society that often tries to undermine their efforts.
For my book club questions for this book, click here!
GMA Book Club
GMA Book Club Pick for February 2024 is Come and Get It by Kiley Reid.
Come and Get It by Kiley Reid
Release date: January 30, 2024
Genre: Coming of Age Fiction
Come and Get It is set in 2017 at the University of Arkansas, and the story revolves around Millie Cousins, a senior resident assistant with dreams of graduating, getting a job, and buying a house. Her life takes a turn when Agatha Paul, a visiting professor and writer, offers her an unusual opportunity.
As Millie navigates this unexpected opportunity, she finds herself entangled with a professor and three unruly students. The plot unfolds with odd new friendships, vengeful dorm pranks, and illicit intrigue, putting Millie’s ambitions at risk. The novel offers a fresh and intimate portrait of characters navigating through the challenges of university life.
Oprah’s Book Club
Oprah’s book club pick for February 2024 is Let Us Descend by Jesmyn Ward. Oprah doesn’t select new book club picks every month, so we’ll have to wait a little bit more for her next pick.
Let Us Descend is a powerful and haunting reimagining of American slavery set in the years before the Civil War. For all books by Jesmyn Ward in order, click here!
Let Us Descend by Jesmyn Ward
Release date: October 24, 2023
Genre: Black & African American Historical Fiction
The story follows Annis, an enslaved girl who has been sold south by the white man who fathered her. Annis becomes the reader’s guide through a brutal landscape, from the rice fields of the Carolinas to the slave markets of New Orleans and the heart of a Louisiana sugar plantation.
Amidst the harrowing journey, Annis seeks solace in memories of her mother and tales of her African warrior grandmother. Throughout the narrative, Annis opens herself to a world beyond the physical realm, connecting with spirits of earth, water, myth, and history.
This novel is a profound exploration of Black American grief and joy, a tale of rebirth and reclamation, making it a masterful and deeply moving addition to Ward’s literary legacy.
For my review and summary of the book, click here!
For my book club discussion questions for this book, click here!
Read with Marie Claire
Read with Marie Claire book club pick for February 2024 is Everyone Who Can Forgive Me Is Dead by Jenny Hollander.
Everyone Who Can Forgive Me Is Dead by Jenny Hollander
Release date: February 6, 2024
Genre: Psychological Thriller
Everyone Who Can Forgive Me Is Dead follows the story of Charlie Colbert, who fled the public eye nine years ago, after being labeled a “witness” to the nightmarish events at her elite graduate school on Christmas Eve, known to the world as “Scarlet Christmas.” Despite the past, Charlie has rebuilt her life as the editor-in-chief of a major magazine and is engaged to a prominent figure in the publishing industry.
However, when a film made by one of her former classmates threatens to reveal the events of Scarlet Christmas, Charlie’s carefully constructed life is at risk. As Charlie faces the potential unraveling of her world, she is determined to protect what she has worked so hard to achieve, even if it means confronting the people and events she thought she left behind.
The novel explores themes of secrecy, resilience, and the consequences of the past coming back to haunt you. It is a suspenseful and intriguing tale of a woman trying to maintain control of her life in the face of a threatening revelation.
Mocha Girls Read
Mocha Girls Read’s book club pick for February 2024 is Black Candle Women by Diane Marie Brown.
Black Candle Women by Diane Marie Brown
Release date: February 28, 2023
Genre: Black & African American Women’s Fiction
Black Candle Women is a family drama with a magical twist. The story revolves around the Montrose women—Augusta, Victoria, Willow, and the young Nickie. For generations, these women have lived together in their California bungalow, keeping to themselves and sharing a bond over a collection of tinctures and spells.
When Nickie brings home a boy for the first time, a long-withheld family secret is revealed: any person a Montrose woman falls in love with will die. This revelation disrupts their quiet lives, forcing each woman to confront her past choices and mistakes. The story takes an intriguing turn as new truths about the curse emerge, leading them back to the 1950s New Orleans’s French Quarter, where a mysterious book holds hidden stories that may have the answers they seek in life and love.
For my book club questions for this book, click here!
Belletrist Book Club
The Belletrist Book Club pick for February 2024 is Just Like Home by Sarah Gailey.
Just Like Home by Sarah Gailey
Release date: July 19, 2022
Genre: Ghost Thriller
Just Like Home follows Vera, who reluctantly returns to her childhood home after her mother calls her back. Despite the strained relationship and haunting memories, Vera finds herself back in the house of a serial killer – her own father. As she confronts her past, she discovers that a parasitic artist has taken residence in the guest house, dismantling her childhood for his own purposes.
To make matters more unsettling, mysterious notes in her father’s handwriting start appearing around the house, and the artist denies being the one leaving them. The novel unfolds as Vera grapples with the disturbing secrets hidden in the notorious Crowder House, determined to uncover the truth about her family’s dark history.
This is a suspenseful and atmospheric thriller, perfect for fans of gothic mysteries, with Vera navigating the shadows of her past and the unsettling events in her childhood home.
Barnes & Noble
Barnes & Noble book club pick for February 2024 is Good Material by Dolly Alderton, just like Read with Jenna’s!
Good Material by Dolly Alderton
Release date: January 30, 2024
Genre: Contemporary Women Fiction
Good Material tells the story of Andy and Jen, a couple who were in love but are now separated. The book follows Andy’s journey as he tries to understand why Jen ended their relationship. As Andy grapples with being without a home and waiting for his stand-up career to take off, he reflects on the challenges of growing up and navigating heartbreak.
The novel explores themes of heartbreak, friendship, and self-discovery. It combines snappy dialogue, realistic relationship dynamics, and humorous moments to deliver a romantic comedy with a British twist. Throughout the story, Andy seeks to solve the puzzle of his ruined relationship in the hopes of rekindling the love he once shared with Jen. The book also provides insight into Jen’s perspective, offering a well-rounded exploration of the complexities of relationships.
Noname Book Club
Noname Book Club picks for February 2024 are In Pursuit of Revolutionary Love by Joy James, and My Mother Was a Freedom Fighter by Aja Monet.
In Pursuit of Revolutionary Love by Joy James
Release date: March 15, 2023
Genre: Radical Political Thought
In Pursuit of Revolutionary Love explores the challenges faced by marginalized individuals due to factors like race, gender, sexual orientation, and immigration status. The author emphasizes that there is no external rescue team coming to help and advocates for a different approach to recreating the world. Rejecting the idea of relying on celebrity saviors, the book encourages readers to confront the harsh realities of their lives and work towards change.
Joy James challenges the narrative that often dissects and commodifies the experiences of marginalized groups in academic or celebrity discourse. Instead, the focus is on understanding life as individuals experience it. The book promotes the importance of showing up, learning to live alongside others, and reinventing ourselves in the face of challenges. This novel calls for a collective effort to create a better world, acknowledging the beauty in facing the realities of life and striving for a good life amid adversity.
My Mother Was a Freedom Fighter by Aja Monet
Release date: May 1, 2017
Genre: Caribbean & Latin American Poetry
In Pursuit of Revolutionary Love explores the challenges faced by marginalized individuals due to factors like race, gender, sexual orientation, and immigration status. The author emphasizes that there is no external rescue team coming to help and advocates for a different approach to recreating the world. Rejecting the idea of relying on celebrity saviors, the book encourages readers to confront the harsh realities of their lives and work towards change.
Joy James challenges the narrative that often dissects and commodifies the experiences of marginalized groups in academic or celebrity discourse. Instead, the focus is on understanding life as individuals experience it. The book promotes the importance of showing up, learning to live alongside others, and reinventing ourselves in the face of challenges. This novel calls for a collective effort to create a better world, acknowledging the beauty in facing the realities of life and striving for a good life amid adversity.
Which February 2024 celebrity book club picks do you like the most? Happy reading! ❤️