“It’s not that I don’t like people. It’s just that when I’m in the company of others—even my nearest and dearest—there always comes a moment when I’d rather be reading a book.”
— Maureen Corrigan
Currently Reading
All meetings begin at 08:00 pm Eastern time unless otherwise specified.
Upcoming books: Redwall (November 28); I’ll Give You the Sun (December 9); The Golden Compass (December 23).
Other dates: Secret Santa Exchange (December 19 at 06:00 eastern).
Upcoming genres/themes: Space Opera
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Previous Reads
About RBR
Rather Be Reading is a virtual book club which meets twice a month for book meetings and once a week or so for social hangouts. Each month features a different genre/theme, with each book meeting intended to discuss a different book.
Building a well-connected community is of great importance to us, so we regularly integrate game nights, movie streams, storytelling events, etc. into our socials. We also have creative writing circles and open mic nights which occur sporatically depending on interest.
Attendance is never mandatory; members are welcome to read as much or as little and attend as many or as few meetings as they like.
Read more about us here.
How to Join
Start by creating an account on the site, then sign up for the announcement method of your choice.
Once you decide to attend a meeting (social or book), we will add you to the Telegram chat group if you are interested. You are officially a member and may vote on polls, submit recommendations, and join in any of our activities you’d like.