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From the Stacks

From the Stacks is Illinois Wesleyan University’s community boBook Club Logook club highlighting alumni authors who have made a significant impact on the world of writing. This quarterly webinar series invites readers to engage with IWU writers in fiction, history, sports, and more, all from the comfort of their own homes. Join us for in-depth discussions and live Q&A sessions that take you inside your favorite stories.

The Office of Alumni Engagement has partnered with local bookstore Bobzbay to offer select book club titles at a discounted price. Use code IWU during checkout at this link to receive 15% off!

If the current book club title is listed as out of stock, please text 309-434-9515 or email info@bobzbay.com and you will be notified as soon as the item is back in stock.

Check back soon for information about our next author!


Past Recordings

Captivating Confidence: An 11-Step Guide to Develop a Healthy Relationship with Yourself and Own Your Inner Greatness
Bianca Cotton '11
Wednesday, September 10, 2025 | 7 PM CST
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Echoes Across the Tracks: Life Lessons Through Unexpected Connections
Dave Moravec '84
Tuesday, May 13, 2025 | 7 PM CST
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Yaguareté White
Diego Báez ‘07
Wednesday, January 29, 2025 | 7 PM CST
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Empty Theatre: A Novel
Jac Jemc '04
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 | 7 PM CST
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Leave Out the Tragic Parts: A Grandfather's Search for a Boy Lost to Addiction
Dave Kindred '63
Wednesday, March 27, 2024 | 7 PM CST
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Olivia Ruff - Director of Alumni Engagement

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Ashley Graber - Alumni Engagement & Events Specialist

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