Book Discussion Kits

Public libraries interested in sponsoring book discussion groups for all ages will find a variety of literary styles and genres in the book discussion kits offered by the State Library. These kits can encourage community members to have thoughtful discussions which may motivate, inspire and just make for great conversations.

All kits are listed in the KDLA Catalog. To reserve a discussion kit, use the Kit Request Form. Reservations can also be made by contacting the State Library’s Reference Desk at 502.564.8300 ext. 342 or 800.928.7000 ext. 342. Kits will be delivered by the KYVL courier service. It is best to have a list of alternate titles and/or dates in case the specific one requested is unavailable. Book discussion kits can be reserved up to a year in advance.

Text Express

Text Express book discussion kits are complete youth programs designed around high quality books for children and young adults. Each kit contains up to 15 copies of the book, and audiobook if available, and an in-depth discussion guide. Up to five kits may be borrowed for eight weeks.

• Listing of Text Express kits available    (updated 2/21/12)
• Online Resources
• How to search for Text Express kits in the KDLA Catalog
• Kit Request Form
• Evaluation Form

Want to recommend a title for a kit? Contact the Children's and Youth Services Consultant at 502. 564.8300 ext. 287 or 800.928.7000 ext. 287.

Regular Print Book Discussion Kits

The State Library has discussion kits in regular print for adult groups. Each kit is packaged in a sturdy container and includes up to 15 copies of the book, an audiobook if available, and a discussion guide. These kits may be checked out for eight weeks and may be renewed for an additional two weeks upon availability.

• Listing of Regular Print Book Discussion Kits available  (updated 5/8/12)
• How to search for Regular Print Book Discussion Kits in the KDLA Catalog
• Kit Request Form
• Evaluation Form 

If you have questions regarding regular print book discussion kits, call 502.564.8300 ext. 288 or contact Jenny Paul by email at jennifer.paul@ky.gov.

Large Print Book Discussion Kits

The State Library has book discussion kits in large print for older adults. Each kit is packaged in a sturdy, wheeled container and contains up to 15 copies of the book, an audiobook and a discussion guide. These kits may be checked out for eight weeks and may be renewed for an additional two weeks upon availability.

• Listing of Large Print Book Discussion Kits available  (updated 5/8/12)
• How to search for Large Print Book Discussion Kits in the KDLA Catalog
• Kit Request Form
• Evaluation Form

If you have questions regarding large print book discussion kits, call 502.564.8300 ext. 288 or contact Jenny Paul by email at jennifer.paul@ky.gov.