The Library is excited to announce our Common Read event line up for spring 2024! Pick up a free book at one of our book giveaways, participate in a book discussion, or attend an author talk.
The five books selected by the University Library and Common Read Committee for the 2023-24 academic year include:
"All Boys Aren't Blue: A Memoir Manifesto" by George M. Johnson
"The Handmaid's Tale" by Margaret Atwood
"Persepolis: The Story of a Childhood" by Marjane Satrapi
"Separate is Never Equal" by Duncan Tonatiuh
"We Are the Land: A History of Native California" by Damon B. Akins & William J. Bauer
Learn more on the University Library's Common Read webpage.
Common Read Book Giveaway
Tuesday, Feb. 6, U-Hour, 12:00-12:50pm, 3rd Floor Library Entrance. Pick up a free copy of a Common Read book!
Common Read Book Discussion: Persepolis
Tuesday, Feb. 13, U-Hour, 12:00-12:50pm. Join us for a faculty-led discussion of Persepolis with Dr. Armaghan Ziaee, Assistant Professor Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies. Free copies of the book will be available for pick up and snacks will be provided. You don’t have to have read the book to participate!
Pride Center Book Discussion: All Boys Aren’t Blue
Tuesday, February 27, U-Hour, 12:00-12:50pm, Pride Center. Join us for a discussion of All Boys Aren't Blue. Free copies of the book will be available for pick up and snacks will be provided. You don’t have to have read the book to participate!
Common Read Book Giveaway
Tuesday, March 5, U-Hour, 12:00-12:50pm, 3rd Floor Library Entrance. Pick up a free copy of a Common Read book!
WGEC Book Discussion: The Handmaid’s Tale
Thursday, March 14, U-Hour, 12:00-12:50pm, Women & Gender Equity Center, USU 3200. Join us for a discussion of The Handmaid’s Tale. Free copies of the book will be available for pick up and snacks will be provided. You don’t have to have read the book to participate!
Common Read Book Giveaway
Tuesday, April 2, U-Hour, 12:00-12:50pm, 3rd Floor Library Entrance. Pick up a free copy of a Common Read book!
An Evening with George M. Johnson, author of All Boys Aren’t Blue
Wednesday, April 3, 6:00pm, USU Ballroom. Join us for a conversation with the author about the importance of sharing diverse stories, followed by a book signing. Free for CSUSM students, Faculty/Staff/Alumni $5, Community $10. For more information and tickets, visit CSUSM Arts & Lectures.
Bilingual Storytime & Craft: Separate is Never Equal
Wednesday, April 10, 5:30-7:00pm, Kellogg Library Reading Room. Join us for a reading of Separate is Never Equal and a hands-on craft. Free copies of the book will be available for pick up and refreshments will be provided. All ages welcome, including kids!
CCC Banned Books Discussion & Book Giveaway
Tuesday, April 23, U-Hour, 12:00-12:50pm, Cross Cultural Center. Join us for a discussion about banned books and censorship, and get ready for you summer reading with a free copy of a Common Read book. Snacks provided!