Books on the Bayou Programs

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Books on the Bayou (B.O.B.)

Houston Public Library invites all Houstonians to join together to read Ellen Foster for the annual Books on the Bayou Program. Books on the Bayou brings together Houstonians to read the same book at the same time, provoking discussion among co-workers, friends, families and classrooms. The program cultivates a culture of reading in Houston by encouraging people to visit libraries, bookstores, community centers, homes, churches, and schools to discuss the featured book.

Set in the rural South in the 1970s, Ellen Foster tells the story of 11-year-old Ellen's fight for survival and search for a home.  Since 2002 Houston Public Library has hosted an annual community-wide project to foster a culture of reading by encouraging people to come together to discuss a selected book. Houston Public Library and our program partners will host book and film discussions, displays, storytelling and special programs on financial management.  Houston Public Library programs are free and seating is first come, first served.