For librarians

Bring the Conversation About Friendship to Your Library

Friendship …in a lonely age explores one of the most universal—and often overlooked—parts of our lives: the friendships that sustain us, change us, and sometimes leave us. We invite libraries to bring this thoughtful conversation to their readers through the book, discussion resources, and Invite a Speaker.

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The Bodleian Library, first opened in 1602, is one of the oldest libraries in Europe, and in Britain is second in size only to the British Library. Together, the Bodleian Libraries hold over 13 million printed items.

Why this book belongs in your library

A Conversation Your Readers Are Waiting to Have.

Everyone has experienced friendship. Few have taken the time to think deeply about what it means.

The book's exploration of friendship, loneliness, connection, loss, relationships, and the inner life makes it relevant to readers across generations. Its personal stories, literary reflections, and end-of-chapter questions also make it particularly well suited for book clubs, reading groups, and community conversations.

Reviews & recognition

What Readers Are Saying

See what early readers, educators, and community leaders are discovering in the pages of Friendship …in a lonely age.

From deep reflections on modern loneliness to a renewed appreciation for lifelong bonds, the book is sparking meaningful conversations across communities.

Resources

Resources for Your Library

Press kit

Everything You Need to Share the Book

Download the press kit for book covers, author information, photographs, descriptions, review excerpts, and promotional materials.

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Discussion resources

Make the Book a Conversation

Each chapter invites readers to reflect on their own friendships. Download discussion questions and reflection prompts to help your library turn the book into a meaningful conversation.

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Author visits & book readings

Invite a Speaker to Zoom into Your Library

Give your readers an opportunity to hear the stories and ideas behind Friendship …in a lonely age. A speaker who knows the book well is available for book readings, author conversations, and book-club discussions, subject to availability.

Listen to the book

Friendship Is Worth Hearing

For readers who prefer to listen, an audiobook version of Friendship …in a Lonely Age will offer another way to experience its stories and reflections.

INVITE

Bring the Conversation to Your Library

A library is more than a place for books. It is a place where ideas, stories, and people come together. Friendship …in a lonely age gives readers an opportunity to think about the people who have shaped their lives—and perhaps start a conversation with someone sitting beside them.

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