Book Group in a Bag
Make life simple for your book group by checking out a Book Group in a Bag. Every set includes 10 copies of the requested title - and you can have it out for 6 weeks! This is a great option for book clubs of all kinds - personal, business, and educational. You’ll find titles that are perfect for adults, teens, or kids.
If you have any questions about an existing reservation, please contact bookgroupbags@crrl.org, opens a new window. You can still browse our 400+ Book Group in a Bag kits in the online catalog, opens a new window.
FAQs
How many Book Group in a Bags can I reserve?
You can reserve up to twelve Book Group in a Bags with your library card.
Can I cancel my reserved Book Group in a Bag?
Email us at bookgroupbags@crrl.org for assistance.
Can I renew my Book Group in a Bag?
You may reserve Book Group in a Bags back-to-back if they are not on hold for any other customers. Please email bookgroupbags@crrl.org for assistance with that.
Why did I receive a different pick-up date than the one I selected when I placed my request?
We aim to have your Book Group in a Bag to your pick-up branch before your selected pick-up date. No worries, you will still have the bag for 6 weeks from your requested date, even if it comes into the branch early.
Occasionally, the date originally selected is during a time when your pick-up branch is not open. Please look at your branch’s hours before coming to pick up your bag.
Why am I receiving emails that my Book Group in a Bag is overdue?
You will receive an overdue email reminder each day that the Book Group in a Bag is overdue, until all 10 copies and the bag have been returned.
Do you add new Book Group in a Bag titles?
Yes, we add new Book Group in a Bag titles quarterly. You can see all new titles in our online catalog here.
How do I suggest a Book Group in a Bag title?
We love to hear recommendations of titles that book groups are interested in reading; please email those to bookgroupbags@crrl.org or through the Ask Us page. Titles are selected according to a number of different factors, such as availability, affordability, and appeal to general readership. Recommendations cannot be individually responded to.
