All Fours

How does Miranda July explore the themes of aging, sexuality, and identity in "All Fours"? How do these themes intersect throughout the novel?

Let's talk about the ending. Did you find it satisfying? Why or why not?

The narrator's experience with fetal-maternal hemorrhage plays a significant role in the story. How does this traumatic event shape her relationships and decisions throughout the novel?

Discuss the significance of the motel room renovation. What does this space represent for the narrator, and how does it contribute to her journey of self-discovery?

How does July portray the concept of motherhood in the novel? How does the narrator's relationship with her child, Sam, evolve throughout the story?

The novel explores various forms of desire and sexuality. How does July challenge conventional notions of sexual identity and relationships?

Discuss the role of art and creativity in the narrator's life. How does her career as an artist influence her personal journey?

How does July use humor and unconventional situations to address serious topics like mortality, menopause, and marital dissatisfaction?

"All Fours" contains explicit sexual content and frank discussions about the body. How did you react to these elements of the novel? In what ways do you think the explicit nature of the book contributes to or detracts from July's exploration of sexuality, aging, and self-discovery?

How does July explore the concept of time and aging throughout the novel? How does the narrator's perspective on her own age shift as the story progresses?

Discuss the novel's treatment of marriage and long-term relationships. How does the narrator's relationship with Harris evolve, and what does this say about the nature of commitment?

Compare and contrast the narrator's relationships with younger and older women in the novel. How do these interactions contribute to her understanding of herself?

How does July's writing style contribute to the overall impact of the novel? Discuss specific passages or techniques that you found particularly effective or memorable.

Discuss the title "All Fours." What significance does it hold in relation to the themes and events of the novel?

For those familiar with Miranda July's other works (such as her films, short stories, or her first novel "The First Bad Man"), how does "All Fours" compare? Do you notice any recurring themes, stylistic choices, or evolving perspectives in her writing? How does this novel fits into her broader body of work?