Finding the Best Canadian Book Club for You

Book clubs span a variety of subjects, from mystery to science fiction to cooking and beyond. General clubs let you sample a ton of books from different genres, and others send you only books that fit your personal interests. There are also clubs that specialize in books that are written for a specific age group or published in an alternate format. Your lifestyle and reading habits will dictate which club is right for you.

Many book clubs offer bestseller and general interest titles that are sure to whet the literary appetite of almost any reader. Some, such as the Doubleday Book Club, give you access to thousands of books, including thrillers, biographies, fiction and nonfiction. These clubs stock traditional favorites and contemporary titles and are good for people who enjoying reading books on a broad range of subjects or want to broaden their knowledge of various subjects. This kind of membership also makes a great gift for almost anyone, since the diverse selection is sure to appeal readers of many ages and backgrounds.

Other clubs are driven by individual interests. If you're passionate about mysteries, romance novels or works of science fiction, you can find clubs that cater specifically to these subjects and stock the latest titles and classics in every category.Special-interest book clubs are another option for those who only want to receive certain kinds of books -- such as books on conservative topics, craft and cooking titles or military fiction and history bestsellers. This kind of club is perfect for people who tend to buy many of the same types of books and want to save money on bookstore prices.

But book clubs aren't just for adults. Kids can access a wide selection of the most popular books for their particular age group with children's book clubs books, which stock childhood favorites that will encourage your kids to read start reading at a young age -- or to keep exploring the literary world.

Lastly, for those who love to read but are always on the go, audio book clubs let you get the same great discounts on digital books that can be downloaded and burned on CDs or put on a portable media device to take with you on long trips. These days, more and more titles are becoming available in this format. Choose from thousands of books and also get access to live broadcasts, radio shows, speeches, newspapers, magazines and concerts.

No matter which kind of book club you prefer, joining one will simplify your life and let you start receiving your books for less in the mail than you would pay at any major retail or online store, as well as save you trips and time perusing the stacks.