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Book Club: Never let me go by Kazuo Ishiguro

Book Club: Never let me go by Kazuo Ishiguro

Wed, Nov 4, 6:00 PM
From The Secret Society of Good Stories - Book Club
5.0

Join us for our women's book club meet-up! *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/6334.Never_Let_Me_Go?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=wMcYIRscGi&rank=1

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Books & Coffee: Right, Wrong and In Between

Books & Coffee: Right, Wrong and In Between

Sat, Nov 7, 10:00 AM
From The Dreamers' Classic Book Club
5.0

🎃!! THIS SESSION WILL EXCEPTIONALLY BE HELD ON SATURDAY!!🎃 **"What does it mean for things and people to be good or bad?** **Is something right or wrong because we believe it is, or because the world around us says so?** **Can a wrong thing be morally right in a given circumstance?** **This session is about those moments when we, perhaps, change our minds."** Hi everyone, in this session we'll be exploring books that challange the idea do right and wrong. Books that made us question what is right and what is wrong, what is good and what is bad: *stories where we sympathized with someone we shouldn't have*, where a choice felt impossible to judge, or where the moral rules of another time or place challenged our own. This is a themed session, so you can bring a book that connects to the theme in any way. It could be a story about a difficult choice, a morally grey character, a society with very different values, or a book that simply changed your mind. As always, there's no specific required reading, so feel free to interpret the theme however you like! 📖 Feel free to bring a physical copy of your book for our tradition of a group photo! 📚 **P.S.** This is a small book club, and your absence can make a big difference! Please sign up only if you really plan to make it, and cancel well in advance if your plans change so that others will have a chance to join as well. Thank you\~ 🎃

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BOOKCLUB: The Strange Case of Dr. Jekill and Mr. Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson

BOOKCLUB: The Strange Case of Dr. Jekill and Mr. Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson

Thu, Nov 5, 7:00 PM
From Paris Book Lovers đŸ“šâ€ïž
5.0

Let's get together with a coffee or drink and discuss this book :) * Address to be announced via WhatsApp. * Limited spaces to ensure a nice discussion. Please only join if you can attend. * **Confirmation and Location via our Whatsapp group :)** About the book: **'All human beings, as we meet them, are commingled out of good and evil: and Edward Hyde, alone in the ranks of mankind, was pure evil'** Published as a *shilling shocker*, Robert Louis Stevenson's dark psychological fantasy gave birth to the idea of the split personality. The story of respectable Dr Jekyll's strange association with *damnable young man* Edward Hyde; the hunt through fog-bound London for a killer; and the final revelation of Hyde's true identity is a chilling exploration of humanity's basest capacity for evil. * [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/15994498-dr-jekyll-and-mr-hyde](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/15994498-dr-jekyll-and-mr-hyde)

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Blabla littéraire : Les Hauts d'Hurlevent, d'Emily Brontë

Blabla littéraire : Les Hauts d'Hurlevent, d'Emily Brontë

Fri, Nov 13, 7:00 PM
From Le cercle des lecteurs égarés
4.9

Coucou les Ă©garĂ©s ! Pour le mois de novembre, je vous propose la lecture de "Les Hauts d'Hurlevent", d'Emily BrontĂ«. On se retrouvera Ă  l'Ă©tage de l'Indiana CafĂ© de Montparnasse, pour en discuter autour d'un dĂźner, comme d'habitude. À bientĂŽt !

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Édition 51: La Marque de Frida Isberg

Édition 51: La Marque de Frida Isberg

Sat, Nov 7, 4:00 PM
From Les lectures d’ailleurs
4.9

Pour notre prochaine rencontre, nous lirons *La Marque,* premier roman de la jeune auteure islandaise Frida Isberg. CouronnĂ© par le Prix des libraires et nominĂ© pour de nombreux grands prix en Islande, *La Marque* est une dystopie polyphonique glaçante de rĂ©alisme et terriblement actuelle. ReykjavĂ­k, Islande. Dans une sociĂ©tĂ© divisĂ©e, en perte de sens et de confiance, un test d’empathie, gage de fiabilitĂ© morale, est mis en place. Les personnes non marquĂ©es – n’ayant pas rĂ©ussi le test ou refusant de s’y plier – sont petit Ă  petit mises au ban de la sociĂ©tĂ©, se voyant refuser l’accĂšs Ă  un emprunt, Ă  certains postes, voire Ă  certains quartiers. Il ne reste dĂ©sormais plus que quelques jours avant que le test ne devienne peut-ĂȘtre obligatoire pour tous. Quelques jours dĂ©terminants pour Vetur, Eyja, Tristan et Óli, pris dans l’engrenage d’une sociĂ©tĂ© divisĂ©e, aux rĂšgles du jeu explosives. InsĂ©curitĂ©, dĂ©mons du passĂ©, ambitions politiques, addiction, chacun doit lutter, Ă  sa façon, dans une course effrĂ©nĂ©e contre la montre. Merci d'avoir lu le livre avant la rencontre afin de partager vos impressions, sentiments et pensĂ©es. À la fin de la sĂ©ance, nous choisirons collectivement la prochaine lecture et, pour ceux qui veulent, nous poursuivrons la discussion autour d’un petit dĂźner dans un restaurant.

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CafĂ© Ă©criture - Écrivez votre histoire autour de  LDANP !

CafĂ© Ă©criture - Écrivez votre histoire autour de LDANP !

Sat, Nov 14, 1:30 PM
From Fantasy & RĂȘveries Groupe de lecture fantasy et imaginaire
4.9

**Nous vous proposons un atelier d'Ă©criture autour de La division AntimĂ©mĂ©tique n'existe pas afin de vous aussi Ă©crire votre propre rapport de SCP (ou un texte dans cet univers)** Lors cet Ă©vĂ©nement (rĂ©servĂ©, en principe, aux participants du cafĂ© lecture de ce livre, prĂ©vu le matin) , nous nous lancerons chacun dans l'Ă©criture de notre propre texte, dans le style du livre. Pas besoin d'ĂȘtre un Ă©crivain confirmĂ© :) **ModalitĂ©s pratiques :** \- Nous nous retrouvons le samedi 14 novembre Ă  14h30 dans un cafĂ© qui doit ĂȘtre rĂ©servĂ© :\) \- Venez avec de quoi prendre des notes\, \- Le cafĂ© demandera une consommation par participant\. **Du fait de la nature particuliĂšre de l'Ă©vĂšnement, les inscriptions sont sur demande, je vous remercie de bien vouloir me contacter par MP pour demander Ă  ĂȘtre inscrits. Nous prĂ©voyons environ 10 places au total.** Au plaisir d'Ă©crire avec vous ! Flo

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Frequently asked questions

Meetup book swaps are events where book enthusiasts gather to exchange books, discuss literature, and connect with others who share a love of reading.

To join book swaps in Paris, search for 'book swap' events on Meetup, RSVP to the ones you’re interested in, and bring a book to exchange with fellow readers.

Yes, usually book swaps allow you to bring any genre of book. However, some events may focus on specific genres, so it’s good to check event details.

Yes, there are several groups in Paris centered on book swapping! You can join these groups on Meetup to stay updated and participate in events.

Most book swap events are free or have a minimal fee to help cover organization costs. Always check the event page for specific details.

Once you find an event on Meetup, click 'RSVP' to attend. This lets the organizer know you’re coming and helps facilitate a smooth event.

Meetup is generally safe. It encourages community and safety by allowing users to review groups and events. Always reach out to event hosts if you have any concerns.

Meeting new people and forming friendships can take time, though Meetup provides an excellent platform to initiate those connections with fellow book enthusiasts.

No, events are hosted by individual group organizers or hosts. Meetup provides the platform, but actual event management is up to the hosts.

Certainly. You are free to leave any event if it isn't what you expected. RSVP'ing doesn't bind you to stay for its duration.

Yes! Once you're familiar with the group environment, consider organizing your own book swap event, focusing on your preferred genres or formats.

Yes, depending on the organizer and season, some book swaps happen in parks or other outdoor venues for a refreshing twist on the event.

Book swap events in Paris can be in either language or mix of both. Check the event description to make sure it matches your preference.

Not always; some events might be virtual, fitting everyone’s comfort levels especially during unpredictable times. Always verify via the event details.

Attendance can vary based on the host and timing. Some events may have large turnouts, while others are more intimate depending on member interest.