All Hail Oprah's Book ClubBy ROBERT MCHENRYSome of the commentary on Oprah Winfrey's decision to discontinue her popular book club has been decidedly odd. It was to be expected that the major publishing houses would be upset. Books selected to wear the round "Oprah's Book Club" insignia and be promoted on The Oprah Winfrey Show have enjoyed vastly increased sales. Certainly the millions of viewers who watch the show for... Copyright © 2009 by The Chronicle of Higher Education Subscribe | About The Chronicle | Contact us | Terms of use | Privacy policy | Help |