About One Book Read

The One Book Read project, which began at West Kentucky Community and Technical College (WKCTC) in 2008, is a college and community effort to encourage reading across various groups of people and promote literacy in the region. The WKCTC campus, area school districts, and the community are invited to read the same book and come together to discuss it in a variety of settings. Beginning in the fall and throughout the academic year, the One Book Read Committee plans various events and activities related to the book, all of which are open to the WKCTC campus and surrounding community. The culmination of the One Book project is the author’s visit to WKCTC for special presentations about the book, writing, and the importance of reading. The One Book Read committee plans events leading up to, and including, the author visit to campus in the spring.

Have a suggestion for the next One Book Read?

We welcome recommendations for our next One Book Read! Please email book/author suggestions to One Book Read Selection Committee Chair Kim Russell at kim.russell@kctcs.edu.

The One Book Read Committee attempts to include a variety of perspectives on related topics or themes. While the book choices vary (different genres, time periods, and subject matters), they are chosen to expand the knowledge and perspectives of readers at the college level and above. Regional writers are given consideration for affordability and to celebrate common heritage and local talent. Often the One Book Read's subject matter is complex and diverse. Though all WKCTC students, faculty, staff and interested community members are invited to participate, please keep in mind the book is heavily considered for our students, who are mature college-level readers, even if they are still in high school. The choice of book and supporting activities or materials are not intended to endorse a particular viewpoint.