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The phrase "a book open" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a book that is currently not closed, often indicating that it is being read or referenced.
Example: "She left a book open on the table, inviting anyone to pick it up and read."
Alternatives: "an open book" or "a book that is open".
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With a book open in his lap.
This is a book open to interpretation.
She had a book open in her lap.
He had a book open, and was gushing to the stranger next to him.
In Holbein's famous portrait of the family, Margaret sits with a book open on her lap.
He had a book open as he walked — perhaps he was reading them a poem.
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We're thinking about things like Blind-Date-with-a-Book, open mics, outdoor storytime, film screenings, and even Literary Speed Dating has been suggested.
You have just published a new book, Open Services Innovation.
The state expects to have a sports book open by Memorial Day.
This is an open book, open note, and open laptop exam.
Vijay is a co-editor of a Carnegie Foundation book "Opening Up Education" (MIT Press, August 2008).
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