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READ LIKE A WRITER
BOOK CLUB
February - June, 2026
Ever wonder what goes into choosing a killer title? Or how an author lands on their book’s structure? Or the trick behind getting a book noticed in a crowded market?
Bethany and Fran’s Read Like A Writer Book Club is a five-month program that goes beyond the ordinary book club. We don’t just read your favorite books. We study them … like writers.
Here’s your READ LIKE A WRITER BOOK CLUB breakdown:
Over the course of five months, we’ll read some of our favorite books by authors featured on our Bookbound podcast and study them through a writer’s lens. Using our expert questions and guided discussions, we’ll lift the lid on the writing process and transform the way you read.
Your Read Like A Writer Book Club includes:
A monthly book club discussion via Zoom. We’ll share our key takeaways, learn from each other, and then divide into smaller breakout groups to drive more intimate conversations. We’ll also discuss how to apply these insights to your own book project.
A free ‘Read Like A Writer’ book guide. We’ve distilled over 40 years of writing and coaching experience into ‘5 key questions to consider when reading any book’. This guide will take you beyond the bestseller and shine a light on the writing process from inception to publication.
Exclusive insider tips from our podcast. Think genius tricks from bestselling authors—for book club members’ ears only!
Experience the fun and connection of a traditional book club while also deepening your understanding of the writing and publishing process (who knows, we may be studying YOUR book in the future!).
Sound good? See you there!
The Amazing Books We’ll be Reading👇
The Details:
Dates: Feb 5, Mar 5, Apr 2, May 7, June 4
Time: Thursdays 12:00 - 1:00 ET
One-Time Fee: $179 (not including books). This is non-refundable.
Purchase books at bookshop.org and support Fran’s inde bookstore, Bedford Books ❤️ Purchase all five books here!
Fran & Bethany’s Rave Reviews
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“My experience was provocative, illuminating, connective, inspiring, helpful, grounding, and challenging. I was seeking structure, clarity, inspiration, guidance, direction, and community. Bethany & Fran delivered on all of this and so much more. This program set me up for success!”
Lindsay Linton Buk—Artist & Photographer
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“It was incredible! The entire process has helped me get more focused and organized on how to structure the book and realize what was previously missing from my attempts. I am truly grateful and look forward to continuing my bookbound journey with this community and with Fran and Bethany! ”
Laura Cox—Founder & CEO, She Said/ She Said Media + Podcast
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“I found the program immensely helpful in focusing my energy and providing a framework that led to increased clarity about my book and how to get it to market. My BBFF was a huge support and we already have plans to continue meeting throughout the summer.”
Melina Levin—Parenting Consultant & Founder of Pueblo
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“Bethany & Fran have helped me gain confidence and have given me a roadmap on how to successfully achieve writing (at least) two books! I feel the program was beautifully orchestrated. Bethany and Fran make a great team!”
Summer Latino—Founder of Chi Works and Peach of Heart Foundation
Meet Bethany & Fran
Bethany Saltman
Bethany Saltman still can’t believe she gets to work with people on their books every day. Her critically acclaimed first book, Strange Situation: A Mother’s Journey Into the Science of Attachment (2020, Random House) was named one of the Top Science Books of 2020 by New Scientist, has been published in five countries, and is included in psychology syllabi around the world. She is also a literary agent and Director of Business Strategy at Wave Literary. Bethany lives is a dual citizen of Manhattan and the Catskills of New York with her husband, her daughter (when she visits from college!), and their two standard poodles.
Fran Hauser
Fran Hauser knows books. A bestselling author, speaker, bookstore owner, and former media executive, her expertise runs deep. Fran is the author of two books for professional women who are looking to create careers they love while staying true to themselves: The Myth of the Nice Girl (2018, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt) and Embrace the Work, Love Your Career (2022, Collective Book Studio). The Myth of the Nice Girl has been translated into ten languages and earned the prestigious title of "Best Business Book of the Year, 2018" by Audible. Fran is also the owner of Bedford Books, the first-ever bookstore in Bedford, NY, where she resides with her husband, two sons, and beloved mini Goldendoodle.
