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May book club at Natchaug

May 13, 2026

In recognition of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May, the Natchaug Book Club is reading Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata and discussing it Friday, May 22, at 2 p.m.

Convenience Store Woman is the heartwarming and surprising story of a 36-year-old Tokyo resident who has never fit into her family or at school. At 18, she starts worthe Hiiromachi branch of Smile Mart and finds peace and purpose. Murata offers an ironic and sharp-eyed look at contemporary work culture and the pressures to conform in a charming and completely fresh portrait of an unforgettable heroine.

Two copies are available to borrow at the main hospital front desk. Please do not keep a copy of the book more than 10 days so they can make the rounds if necessary. Click the title for the Amazon link if you prefer to purchase a copy or use Libby with your library card and check the book out at https://libbyapp.com/interview/welcome#doYouHaveACard

A Teams link will be emailed before the meeting. Email Katherine.mcnulty@hhchealth.org with any questions.