TWILIGHT SAGA BOOK CLUB: MEET THE LADIES LEADING OUR GROUP

Name: Claire
Age: unknown
From: New Jersey
Favorite Book: Twilight….with Eclipse as a very close second
Team: Edward
Favorite Character: Edward Cullen
Favorite Quote: “Bella, I couldn’t live with myself if I ever hurt you. You don’t know how it’s tortured me. The thought of you still, white, cold…to never see you blush scarlet again, to never see that flash of intuition in your eyes when you see through my pretenses…it would be unendurable. You are the most important thing to me now. The most important thing to me ever.” – Edward Cullen, Twilight, Chapter 13, pg. 273

I discovered Twilight last June in a small bookstore. I was immediately captivated by the story, fell hopelessly in love with Edward Cullen, and wasted no time in reading the other books, including lining up to get Breaking Dawn at midnight.

Although I knew that the hold that Twilight had on me was strong, I never expected that I would join a website forum and meet so many wonderful people. I have truly enjoyed getting to know everyone at Twilighters Anonymous as both a member and a mod. When I had the opportunity to work on the book club, I was thrilled to be able to relive the books with all of you in such a unique way.

Name: Nicole
Age: 28
From: Phoenix, Arizona
Favorite Book: Twilight (New Moon is a very, very close second)
Team: Edward
Favorite Character: Edward Cullen
Favorite Quote: “Before you, Bella, my life was like a moonless night. Very dark, but there were stars—points of light and reason… And then you shot across my sky like a meteor. Suddenly everything was on fire; there was brilliancy, there was beauty. When you were gone, when the meteor had fallen over the horizon, everything went black. Nothing had changed, but my eyes were blinded by the light. I couldn’t see the stars anymore. And there was no more reason for anything.” – Edward Cullen, New Moon, Chapter 23, pg. 514

My sister and I started reading Twilight in the summer of 2008 at the same time. We both stayed up late every night reading and would gush about what we read the next day. We became so much closer because of our love for Twilight; as sisters and as friends. We knew quickly that we were falling unconditionally and irrevocably in love with Stephenie Meyer’s story (not to mention the amazing Edward).

I have met so many good friends and great people here on Twilighters Anonymous and I was just ecstatic to be a part of the Book Club here! I really look forward to inspiring new readers and also injecting some new magic into the series for you veterans! While working on this project I was energized by the story again and I want you to feel it too. So have fun reading and discuss!

Name: Emily
Age: 27
From: Calgary, AB CANADA
Favorite Book: Twilight
Team: Edward
Favorite Character: Edward Cullen
Favorite Quote: “Oh for the love of all that’s holy!” – Edward Cullen, Breaking Dawn, Chapter 2, pg. 28

Hi! I’m Emily. I’m a bit of a nerd and I like electronics and anything computer related including video games although I’m more of a spectator than a real gamer. I am passionate about my friends, family and my obsessions…namely all things Twilight and Robert Pattinson!!

I started reading the Twilight Saga in July 2008 and joined Twilighters Anonymous in September 2008 looking for a place to gush and discuss my obsession. I am so glad to be a member. Twilighters Anonymous has allowed me to meet some wonderful friends and has given me a chance to ramble on and on about what I think about Twilight without being glared at. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss it even more through the Book Club, and I hope to be able to share the happiness that this story has brought to my life, as well as learn more about how others interpret and view the love between Edward and Bella. \(^o^)/

Name: Erica
Age: 20
From: Bensalem, PA
Favorite Book: Twilight
Team: Edward
Favorite Character: Edward Cullen
Favorite Quote: “I’ll be back so soon you won’t have time to miss me. Look after my heart — I’ve left it with you.” - Edward Cullen, Eclipse, Chapter 4, pg. 95

This book series has done so much for my life. I started reading the series when it first came out in 2005 and I was hooked! I remember waiting impatiently for each book to come out! When I had a bad day, just reading these books helped me escape to a world where fantasy and romance embraced me openly. I’m also happy to admit that I have both my best friends and boyfriend fans of the books! This book series helped me make many new friends here on Twilighters Anonymous and in my real life and I am forever grateful.

When I heard that we were doing a book club, I jumped on the opportunity to be a part of it. It was great reading Twilight again and dissecting each chapter again (like I needed an excuse to read Twilight again haha!). I’m so happy to be a part of this awesome idea so I hope you enjoy the work that we all put into it!

These are the ladies who will be bringing you the Twilight Saga Book Club each Friday. They will summarize the chapters, include quotes, characters involved, places visited, significant events, and thought provoking questions.

Look for the first installment on the 27th. Read the first chapter of Twilight in preparation for our new club. We welcome your participation. And tell your friends, the more the merrier!

EDIT: You can discuss it on the blog or on the forum here Our book club ladies will be reading your responses and they will comment as much as they are able.

I will do my best to post each new chapter by lunch time on Fridays. Please forgive me in advance if it’s a little late!