Heart-Shaped Box by Joe Hill

Hi everyone!

Heart-Shaped Box by Joe Hill (his debut novel) was the winner of this month's poll. Cause, you know, horror is a good palette cleanser for the Wedding People.

Synopsis from Goodreads: An aging death-metal rock god, Judas Coyne, is a collector of the a cookbook for cannibals... a used hangman's noose... a snuff film. But nothing he possesses is as unlikely or as dreadful as an item he learns is for sale on the Internet. For a thousand dollars, Jude will become the proud owner of a dead man's suit, said to be haunted by the deceased's restless spirit. Judas has spent a lifetime coping with ghosts - of an abusive father, of the lovers he callously abandoned, of the bandmates he betrayed - so what's one more?But what UPS delivers to his door in a black heart-shaped box is no imaginary or metaphorical ghost, it's the real thing. And suddenly the suit's previous owner is everywhere - behind the bedroom door... seated in Jude's restored vintage Mustang... staring out from his widescreen TV - dangling a gleaming razor blade on a chain from one hand...

FAQs:
1. How does this book club work?
You read as much or as little as this book prior to attending. The two hosts will direct the discussion after we share our names and ratings. In the last thirty minutes, we use that time to share updates, and a chance to share your ratings to Haley who will put them on the poll, shall there be space. Whether you've read 0% or 100% of the book or somewhere in between, just be prepared to come out for spoilers and/or a good time!

2. Can I host?
Yes, provided you have attended at least ONE book club in person so that we know you're real.

3. Why is there a 15 person limit to these events (including the hosts)?
It is limited to 15 due to limited seating at Williams (for the summer), and to ensure a smooth conversation where everyone has an opportunity to speak. We do sometimes have more than 15 signed up, as we do expect some people to have last minute conflicts. If you're on the waitlist, we invite you to continue reading the book as people do bow out closer to the date. If you find yourself on the waitlist come August 20th, 2025, please reach out to Basma via DMs with your intent to attend, and she will add you to the going list.

4. Where can I find you?
Please look to the comments on the day of to see where we will be at Williams. Unfortunately it's thunder and lightening, very very frightening on the 21st so we will most likely be inside unless otherwise stated.

5. Is this the only book club you host per month?
We're hoping to expand our programming, and we would like your input! Please fill out our expanding ideas survey by the 6th at 11:59 pm to have your say, whether you've attended once, a couple of times, are a constant attendee, or not at all! Link here: **https://forms.gle/GiDEXvHg59R9F6wc7**