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BOOKCLUB: White Oleander by Janet Fitch

BOOKCLUB: White Oleander by Janet Fitch

Sun, Jul 12, 1:00 PM
From Paris Book Lovers đŸ“šâ€ïž

* Let's get together with a coffee or drink and discuss this book :) * Address to be announced. * **You will need to confirm your attendance. I will reach out to you personally by direct message or via WhatsApp if you prefer.** About the book: Everywhere hailed as a novel of rare beauty and power, *White Oleander* tells the unforgettable story of Ingrid, a brilliant poet imprisoned for murder, and her daughter, Astrid, whose odyssey through a series of Los Angeles foster homes--each its own universe, with its own laws, its own dangers, its own hard lessons to be learned--becomes a redeeming and surprising journey of self-discovery. [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/32234.White_Oleander?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=iV22cVB5OE&rank=1](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/32234.White_Oleander?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=iV22cVB5OE&rank=1)

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Book Club: Famesick by Lena Dunham

Book Club: Famesick by Lena Dunham

Mon, Jul 6, 5:30 PM
From The Secret Society of Good Stories - Book Club
5.0

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/52545816-famesick?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=byOOlIqGhd&rank=1

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Book Club: Into the blue by Emma Brodie

Book Club: Into the blue by Emma Brodie

Tue, Jun 30, 5:00 PM
From The Secret Society of Good Stories - Book Club
5.0

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/242765313-into-the-blue?ref=nav_sb_ss_3_10

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12 attendees
Édition 48: Fin d'un jeu de Julio Cortázar

Édition 48: Fin d'un jeu de Julio Cortázar

Sat, Jul 4, 3:00 PM
From Les lectures d’ailleurs
5.0

Pour notre derniĂšre rencontre avant les vacances d'Ă©tĂ©, nous dĂ©couvrirons un grand auteur argentin, Julio CortĂĄzar, et son recueil de contes *Fin d'un jeu*, publiĂ© en 1956. Des dieux sanglants et fĂ©roces surgis d'un passĂ© lointain, l'impossible mĂ©tamorphose d'un homme en bestiole aquatique, le public survoltĂ© d'un concert qui finit par dĂ©vorer le chef d'orchestre et les musiciens... et tant d'autres nouvelles oĂč la vĂ©ritĂ© se craquelle et tend vers le fantastique, oĂč CortĂĄzar est, comme Ă©crit Mario Vargas Llosa, "voyant qui dĂ©tecte l'insolite dans l'habitude, l'absurde dans la logique, l'exception dans la rĂšgle et le prodigieux dans le banal". 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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Café lecture - Frankenstein de Mary Shelley

Café lecture - Frankenstein de Mary Shelley

Sat, Jul 4, 9:00 AM
From Fantasy & RĂȘveries Groupe de lecture fantasy et imaginaire
5.0

**Cet Ă©tĂ©, retour sur un vieux classique de l'horreur, Frankenstein de Mary Shelley.** 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 4 juillet 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\. \- Le cafĂ© demande une consommation \(cafĂ©\, thĂ© etc\.\)\. **Pourquoi ce livre ?** Parce qu'il a Ă©tĂ© Ă©lu dĂ©mocratiquement :) Egalement, d'aprĂšs Mathilde, qui l'a proposĂ© au sondage : "lisons-le pour dĂ©couvrir l'une des pionniĂšres de la sf ! Il s'agit de l'un des premiers livres de science fiction, Ă©crit par une femme, et mĂȘme de l'un des premiers livres de science fiction tout court :)" À trĂšs vite pour Ă©changer avec vous ! Flora

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July Meetup - Death in Venice by Thomas Mann

July Meetup - Death in Venice by Thomas Mann

Wed, Jul 1, 6:30 PM
From The Paris Anglophone Book Club
4.8

Our choice for July is Death in Venice by Thomas Mann ... I think that it's quite a summer reading - we'll see!!! Enjoy your reading!

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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.