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Shared Thoughts 💭

Shared Thoughts 💭

Fri, Aug 28, 4:30 PM
From Paris Outdoors Book Club

Book & Thought Exchange: A Gathering for Curious Minds Please make sure you can come before RSPV. This is a english speaking event. Join us for a relaxed outdoor gathering where looks are the starting point, but conversations can o anywhere. This is not a traditional book club leeting focused on finishing one specific book It’s a space to share ideas, reflections, and inspiration from the things we've been reading, thinking about, or experiencing. Bring along a book you've recently read, are currently enjoying, or simply a thought, quote, story, or idea that stayed with you. You can share insights from a book, recommend a great read, discuss a concept that sparked your curiosity, or just exchange perspectives with others. We'll meet in the park, enjoy a casual conversation, discover new books through each other's recommendations, and explore the ideas that connect us. Whether you're an avid reader or simply someone who enjoys thoughtful conversations, you're welcome to join. Come with a book, a thought, a question, or just curiosity \~ and leave with new ideas and inspiration. 📍We’re going to meet in front of La Rotonde du Parc Monceau (right at the entry of the park). Then, we’re going to find a place in the grass close to this landmark.

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Book Club: Fruit Fly by Josh Silver

Book Club: Fruit Fly by Josh Silver

Sun, Aug 30, 9:30 AM
From The Secret Society of Good Stories - Book Club
5.0

The Secret Society of Good Stories is back! Join us for our women's book club meet-up! Food and drinks can be purchased as you wish. \*You will need to confirm your attendance through WhatsApp prior to the event. I will reach out to you personally though messages to add you to the WhatsApp chat\* Book details: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/243596291-fruit-fly?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=6dYjqpto5F&rank=1

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August Book Club: The Quiet American by Graham Greene

August Book Club: The Quiet American by Graham Greene

Thu, Aug 27, 6:00 PM
From 20- and 30-Somethings Book Club (Paris)
4.9

Hi everyone, for August we will be reading **The Quiet American by Graham Greene.** We'll be meeting on Thursday, Aug 27th at a member's apartment. On the day of, please bring snacks and/or drinks to share with everyone if you can. **If you are able to host the group, please send me a message.** As always, make sure you update your RSVP if plans change. See you soon! Lorraine, Reza & Lindsay P.S. We created a WhatsApp channel to facilitate communication around book club events, voting, etc. You can join here if you'd like: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/ILxho9jrEST2VGhhtIATm5](https://chat.whatsapp.com/ILxho9jrEST2VGhhtIATm5)

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Café lecture - Le livre qui refusait de brûler (Mark Lawrence)

Café lecture - Le livre qui refusait de brûler (Mark Lawrence)

Sat, Aug 22, 9:00 AM
From Fantasy & RĂȘveries Groupe de lecture fantasy et imaginaire
5.0

**Pour cette fin du mois d'aoĂ»t, nous lisons "Le livre qui refusait de brĂ»ler", de Mark Lawrence, proposĂ© par Lucas !** Venez rencontrer d'autres lecteurs de l'imaginaire pour Ă©changer sur ce livre et vos lectures. **ModalitĂ©s pratiques :** \- Nous nous retrouvons le samedi 22 aoĂ»t de 11h Ă  13h au cafĂ© "Murphy's House \- Nous Ă©changerons pendant 1h sur le livre de la sĂ©ance et 1h sur nos lectures du moment\. \- Si nous sommes dans un cafĂ©\, le cafĂ© demande une consommation \(cafĂ©\, thĂ© etc\.\) \- Pour prĂ©server des Ă©changes en groupes de taille raisonnable\, nous serons sur deux tables de 10\, rĂ©partition par tirage au sort :\) **Pourquoi ce livre ?** Ce livre a Ă©tĂ© Ă©lu dĂ©mocratiquement par nos membres :) Il est rĂ©guliĂšrement mentionnĂ© sur des forums du genre. En voici le rĂ©sumĂ© : Evar a passĂ© toute sa vie prisonnier d'une salle remplie de livres, plus ancienne que les empires, plus vaste qu'une citĂ©. Livira vivait aux confins de la civilisation, oĂč rĂŽdent les cauchemars et oĂč nul ne se rend. Lorsqu'elle est arrachĂ©e Ă  son village, elle se consacre Ă  l'Ă©tude des mystĂšres qui irriguent la grande bibliothĂšque, coeur battant du royaume. Ils n'Ă©taient pas censĂ©s se rencontrer. Dans la bibliothĂšque, leurs chemins se sont pourtant croisĂ©s. Leurs histoires s'entrelacent alors, coeur Ă  coeur, Ă  travers les univers et le temps. Faites de vĂ©ritĂ© et de mensonges, elles se brouillent et se confondent. Dans ce pĂ©riple oĂč la connaissance Ă©rode les certitudes, la plume a beau ĂȘtre plus puissante que l'Ă©pĂ©e, elle n'empĂȘchera pas le sang de couler ni les citĂ©s de brĂ»ler. Il s'agit du tome 1 d'une sĂ©rie. À trĂšs vite pour Ă©changer avec vous ! Flora & Adrien

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Les villes invisibles - I. Calvino // Tandis que j'agonise W. Faulkner

Les villes invisibles - I. Calvino // Tandis que j'agonise W. Faulkner

Sun, Aug 16, 2:30 PM
From Club de lecture - Les Mots Passants
4.9

**Les villes invisibles - Italo Calvino :** Les villes que voici n'ont leur place sur aucun atlas, et on ne sait Ă  quel passĂ© ou prĂ©sent ou futur appartiennent ces citĂ©s qui portent toutes le nom d'une femme. Peu Ă  peu, le lecteur est conduit au milieu d'une mĂ©galopolis contemporaine prĂšs de recouvrir la planĂšte. Et tout au long passent des villes qui ne peuvent exister qu'en rĂȘve : filiformes, punctiformes, dĂ©doublĂ©es, effacĂ©es. Relation de voyage d'un Marco Polo visionnaire auprĂšs d'un Khan mĂ©lancolique, ces nouvelles d'un monde rĂȘvĂ© forment un fragile et merveilleux catalogue d'emblĂšmes. **Tandis que j'agonise - William Faulkner :** n vĂ©ritable tour de force, dont, Ă  n'en pas douter, il Ă©tait plutĂŽt fier. Totalement novateur, le rĂ©cit allie farce grotesque et tragĂ©die humaine. Anse Bundren et sa famille entreprennent un voyage funĂ©raire pour aller enterrer la femme de ce dernier, quelque part dans le Mississippi. Sous la chaleur de juillet, le corps se dĂ©compose, les mulets se perdent, un des fils se casse une jambe, l'autre perd la raison, tandis que le pĂšre ne pense qu'au nouveau dentier qu'il va s'acheter. Autour du cadavre de la mĂšre, les monologues intĂ©rieurs recomposent les vies de chacun, jusqu'au point final. Quand, venant tout juste d'enterrer son Ă©pouse, Anse Bundren, muni de son nouveau dentier, se prĂ©sente devant ses fils avec une nouvelle femme, il dit comme ça: "Je vous prĂ©sente Mrs Bundren." Et le convoi mortuaire retourne Ă  son dĂ©sert. **PrĂ©sentations d’auteurs** Pour contextualiser nos Ă©changes, Camille prĂ©sentera Calvino et Ekaterina prĂ©sentera Faulkner. **Inscription** Pour pouvoir contribuer Ă  la richesse des Ă©changes, s’il vous plait ne vous inscrivez que si vous ĂȘtes certain de lire un des deux livres et d’ĂȘtre prĂ©sent le jour de la rencontre. Au plaisir de se rencontrer, dĂ©battre et discuter autour d’un verre ! đŸ“šâ˜•ïž

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Friendly Silent Reading Circle

Friendly Silent Reading Circle

Sat, Aug 15, 10:00 AM
From The Paris Friendly Silent Book Club
4.9

Join us for a relaxed silent-reading session in a warm and welcoming cafĂ©/bar. Bring your current read (or grab a new one!), settle in with a drink or snack, and enjoy an hour or two of calm, focused reading alongside fellow book lovers. 📖 No pressure, no agenda—just a peaceful moment to unwind, read, and maybe chat a little afterward. 😊 This group/event is an english-speaking one ( although the books don't have to be). We'll try to find a cozy and comfortable nook to settle into but we can't guarantee total silence. So if you are easily distracted by ambient noise, we recommend you bring a pair of noise canceling headphones 🎧😌 PS: The current cafĂ© that hosts us every Saturday afternoon, requires a 5€ drink minimum

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Frequently asked questions

Meetup connects users with local groups and events based on interests, allowing people to join communities and attend gatherings, like book drives in specific locations.

To find book drive events in Paris, simply search using local keywords on Meetup. You can browse ongoing or upcoming events specifically tailored to book lovers in the area.

Yes, you can join multiple book groups in Paris. This allows you to attend a variety of events, meet new people, and engage with different literature communities.

The frequency of book drive events varies based on the organizers and demand. Some groups may host events regularly, while others might occur occasionally.

RSVPing is often required for book drives, as it helps organizers prepare accordingly. It ensures a smooth experience for both hosts and attendees.

Yes, some book events might be held online. This depends on the organizers and gives attendees flexible options to participate from home if needed.

Meetup facilitates connections but doesn't guarantee immediate friendships. Success in meeting others depends on active participation and engagement.

Book groups in Paris typically organize meetups where members can discuss books, share ideas, and participate in drives. Each operates uniquely based on their organizers.

Yes, anyone can initiate a book drive in Paris by creating a group on Meetup. You'll need to outline your event's goals and invite others to join.

If you can't find a suitable book group, consider starting one yourself. Many others may share your specific interests, awaiting someone to lead a new initiative.

Not necessarily; some book drives might focus on digital book swaps or engaging discussions instead. It relies on the group's interests and objectives.

Book groups are not organized by Meetup. Instead, they're hosted by individual members or communities using the platform to facilitate gatherings.

If there are currently no scheduled book drives, you can join other related literary events or use the platform's tools to propose or start new drives.

Attendance isn't obligated when you join a group. You can choose which events to attend based on your interest and schedule flexibility.

Meetup primarily focuses on group activities and may not specialize in facilitating one-on-one connections. It’s designed for community and group engagements.