HomepageOpinionColumnistsSubscriberTerry Prone: They’re fine, those book clubs, but there’s a niche for a different kind of endeavourAn anti-book club would work the opposite way to the “buy me” clubs. It would warn potential buyers off truly God-awful offerings Oprah Winfrey with 'Small Things Like These' author Claire Keegan. Picture: HarpoMon, 24 Mar, 2025 - 01:00Terry ProneTerry Prone is an author, columnist and one of Ireland's most well known commentators on communications, politics and public life. Look, it’s an idea and no more than that.You know how Oprah Winfrey and Reese Witherspoon and Jenna Bush all have book clubs guaranteeing that if you like their kind of book, you’ll definitely like this latest one? This is exclusive subscriber content. Already a subscriber? Sign in 185th Anniversary Offer Six months of digital access for €18.50 Get Offer No obligation. Ts&Cs apply. Person: Terry Prone Elaine Loughlin: When TikTok says ‘we’ll do our best’, who exactly is holding it to account?READ NOW Subscribe Now