Hi there, and welcome to the Rather Be Reading book club!
I’m Mia, your host, and together we’ll explore new worlds, uncover hidden stories, and share a love for reading—whether through the pages of a book or the glow of a screen.
A Bit About Us
Book Meetings
We’re a group of 15-20 readers from all over the world who meet twice a month via Zoom to discuss two different books. Discussions alternate weekends, with the first book meeting on a Saturday and the second on a Sunday. A new theme or genre is chosen each month, and members vote on book selections before the new reading period begins.
Attendance is always optional. If you don’t like the book, don’t have the time, or just aren’t feeling up to it—no worries. This club is a casual, welcoming space to talk about books at your own pace and comfort level.
Socials and Events
To help everyone connect beyond book discussions, we host two social events each month. These alternate weekends and days, with the first social on a Saturday and the second on a Sunday. Socials are gatherings where members can chat, unwind, and get to know one another.
In addition, we hold monthly game nights and quarterly open mic nights.
Staying Connected
Once you’ve attended a meeting and decided you’d like to stick around, you’re welcome to join our WhatsApp group for ongoing conversations, updates, and bookish chatter. Details on how to join will be provided after your first meeting.
How to Join
The main menu at the top of this page includes a link to join the WhatsApp announcements group. This is where members receive important updates about upcoming meetings, poll creation, and results. You may sign up and attend any meeting you’d like.
The menu also features links to:
- View the books we’ve read so far
- A member list to learn more about us
- An archive of polls and updates
- A subscribable calendar of upcoming events
If you decide you’d like to stick around, you can create an account here. This account grants access to the polls we use to choose our next books, a submission form for your own recommendations, and links to our chat groups.
Additional Notes
- Participation is never mandatory, and you’re free to join discussions, socials, or events as much or as little as you’d like.
- New members are welcome to observe quietly at first—no pressure to jump into the conversation right away.
- For the foodies in the group, we’ve created a shared Dropbox folder where members can share and access tried-and-true recipes. Let me know if you’d like to be included!
We’re so glad you’re here and can’t wait to read and connect with you!