Explore This Month’s 8 Book Club Picks from Reese Witherspoon, Jenna Bush Hager, and Other Stars
Celebrity Book Clubs for December: A Monthly Highlight of Literary Picks
The trend of celebrity-led book clubs continues to flourish as stars choose monthly reads that quickly ascend bestseller lists. This December, several prominent figures have announced their selections, each bringing unique perspectives and insights into the literary world.
Dua Lipa, known for her enthusiasm for reading, shared her December choice through her Service95 Book Club: "Brightly Shining" by Ingvild Rishøi. In a statement to Elle UK, Lipa expressed her passion for literature, stating, "I absolutely love reading, I love the idea of sharing how books make people feel… books are really important to me." She described her pick as “the perfect Christmas read—full of wonder, hope, and magic.”
Emma Roberts, who co-founded Belletrist, is excited about her club’s selection, "Lightbreakers" by Aja Gabel. Calling it “a heartachingly moving novel,” Roberts highlighted its deep exploration of human connection and the complexities of love in difficult times.
Meanwhile, Reese Witherspoon has chosen "The Heir Apparent" by Rebecca Armitage for her book club. She described it as a compelling holiday read filled with "royals, romance, family twists, and a woman finding her own path." Witherspoon’s blending of media and literature through her company, Hello Sunshine, has placed a spotlight on diverse female authors.
Jenna Bush Hager’s "Read with Jenna" book club has selected the classic "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen. Hager reminisced about her childhood experiences with the novel, sharing, “Jane Austen was one of the first female authors to teach us about love and what it means to be a woman.”
In adding to the diversity of choices, Natalie Portman has picked "Finding My Way" by Malala Yousafzai, a memoir of the Nobel Prize winner’s journey of purpose and identity. Portman praised the book for its heartfelt reflection on Yousafzai’s university experiences and her coming-of-age story.
Lastly, Oprah Winfrey’s current selection is "Some Bright Nowhere" by Ann Packer, which delves into the complexities of love and relationships after decades of marriage. Winfrey described it as a thought-provoking exploration of how one question changed everything for a couple.
As these celebrities share their curated literary choices with the public, they not only promote reading but also encourage meaningful discussions around the themes presented in their selected works. Their influence in the literary realm continues to shape popular reading culture.
