Q & A for Book Clubs
S.W. Capps makes himself available to book clubs all across the country. Below is a list of questions designed to examine the story, characters, and themes of both Train in the Distance and Salmon Run. If your group is interested in booking this author for its next discussion, please send your request to: info@swcapps.com
Train in the Distance
Q: What is the main character's initial motivation in the book? How does it change?
Q: What does Stacy Zwardowski learn about the media? About himself?
Q: Can you cite some examples of foreshadowing?
Q: What is the theme of the novel?
Q: Who was your favorite character? Why?
Q: What does the title mean? How does it apply to the characters? To you?
Salmon Run
Q: How does the title set a tone for the main character's journey?
Q: What motivates Woodrow Salmon to 'run'?
Q: Which characters represent predators (by name or by action)?
Q: What or who ultimately helps Woodrow to receive 'enlightenment'?
Q: What is the most memorable scene in the novel?
Q: What is the theme and how does it apply to your own 'journey'?