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Book Club Discussion Guide

Thick, Thin, What the Dragon Let In

Download a free, one-page discussion guide designed to spark conversation, interpretation, and debate.

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About the Book

Thick, Thin, What the Dragon Let In by Doworth Howard is a collection of short stories, rhymes, and reveries that blend playfulness with sharper, sometimes unsettling themes.

It invites interpretation—meaning often sits just beneath the surface.

What’s Included

  • Open-ended discussion questions
  • A simple group activity
  • A flexible format—no preparation required
  • A one-page printable PDF for easy sharing

Who It’s For

  • Book clubs looking for something different
  • Readers who enjoy short-form or interpretive writing
  • Groups that prefer conversation over analysis

Discussion Questions Preview

  • How did the brevity of the pieces affect your perception of them?
  • Did moments that felt humorous reveal something darker?
  • What might the “dragon” represent?

👉 Download the full guide for the complete set of prompts and activity.

Bring the Author Into Your Book Club

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Doworth Howard is available for select 20-minute virtual book club Q&A sessions.