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Bookclub: Shida Bazyar The nights are quiet in Tehran

Bookclub: Shida Bazyar The nights are quiet in Tehran

Fri, Sep 18, 5:00 PM
From Barcelona Women Bookclub

Hi all, **About our group** * We're a small, friendly book club that started in 2023, with a focus on **reading works by women authors from across the world**. 📖 * We **meet** **once a month**, on the second Friday of each month, in the same place. Ideally, you'd be ok with committing to read one book a month and joining the bookclub for a chat about it. ☕📚💬 * We're looking for a few new members who'd like to **become part of the club long term**. We know life happens (and on occasion other events get in the way😅), so we're not expecting perfection and attendance every month, but a commitment to do as often as possible so we can all have interesting exchanges of ideas and perspectives, and foster a strong readers group. 💛 * We intentionally keep the group small and closed, because **we want to create a space where we can really get to know each other and build genuine friendships**, rather than being a book club where people come and go. 🫶✨ * And it's not all about the books! We also organise social events, celebrate birthdays and other special occasions, and go away together for a yearly weekend retreat. 🏡🌿📚 * **Curious to see what we've been reading so far?** 📖 Have a look [here](https://docs.google.com/document/d/12X06vDtuAlkwtoFpyIsXqsceR-NgX-338c4kAOVQr3M/edit?usp=sharing). * If this sounds like your kind of book club, we'd love to meet you! 💕 Come along to one of our next events, and see if we're your people. 📚✨ _ **About this event** Let’s meet and discuss [Shida Bazyar’s ](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/232273862-the-nights-are-quiet-in-tehran)*[The Nights Are Quiet in Tehran](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/232273862-the-nights-are-quiet-in-tehran)* (272 pages). We’ll have a chance to: * Share our thoughts and first impressions of the novel * Discuss its themes of revolution, displacement, family, and identity * Talk about the characters and how their experiences shape the story * Compare different perspectives and interpretations * Share our favorite or most memorable moments Looking forward to a great discussion! 📚

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Gays Can Read: Book Swap!

Gays Can Read: Book Swap!

Thu, Sep 3, 4:30 PM
From Gays Can Read: Barcelona
5.0

**Love books? Like drinks?* Get some of both!*** Are you a physical-books-for-life kind of gay? Wanna pay forward a *great* book? If a fellow book-kinkster wing-manned a thick novel into your cocktail-slicked palms, mouthing at you from behind the dust jacket that it's a great lay, would you take it home and crack it open? Gay Nerds, let get together to do what we do best: share sheets and liquids! **Pick one or two fabulous books on your shelf* that you're willing to part with, *and bring them with you to Pink Corner (C/d Balmes 52) on Thurs 3 SEPT at 6:30pm for drinks and book swaps!** Don't let great books sit solemnly on your shelf. Share them with someone, then get that hole refilled! **Everyone in the rainbow alphabet is welcome! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️** **Wanna get direct updates? 💬 [Join the GCR WhatsApp group!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/EKg3d60INeC5a1IA8H7Pnb)** Bring books you think others will enjoy (i.e., the kind you'd take home after scrolling book-Grindr). Then we can all head home a little buzzed\*, hand-in-hand with a hot book-up to take to bed!\*\* Not bad for a Thursday night! \*Or sober! \*\*This is absolutely ***not*** a cruising event! Just fun w/ words b/c language

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BCN Chat'n'Chapters Silent Reading Party! @ Parc Carles I - OUTDOOR - SUNDAY

BCN Chat'n'Chapters Silent Reading Party! @ Parc Carles I - OUTDOOR - SUNDAY

Sun, Sep 6, 4:00 PM
From Barcelona Chat'n Chapters Book Party
4.8

[Follow us on Instagram! ](https://www.instagram.com/bcnchatnchapters?igsh=aXkycTJsdTNzaHN3) 📷 [Join our WhatsApp group!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HGcQUlOiwM69tuPm6hBwNt) 📞 Are you guilty of collecting books without finishing them? Struggling to carve out time to delve into that novel you started ages ago? Distractions abound or work piling up? Well, here's a beautiful opportunity: Dive into a unique experience with our Reading Party concept, as featured in the **NY Times**. Picture this: an hour of silent reading followed by lively discussions about the books we've brought along. It's not your typical book club—it's a chance to dust off those neglected novels and party with fellow bookworms! Join Barcelona Reading Party every **two Sundays** at **PARC CARLES I** near **CIUTADELLA and the SCULPTURE OF SANTIAGO ROLDAN**. Sunday's is perfect for those who would like to relax before the new work week! Leave your phone on silent and immerse yourself in the joy of reading. Here's the plan: 📕 6***:00 PM - Arrival*** Arrive early, chat with fellow book lovers, and perhaps snag the best reading spot. 👓 6***:10 PM - 7:10 PM - Reading Time*** Quietly dive into your book of choice. Feel free to join in whenever you arrive. 📚 7***:10 PM - 8:10 PM - Book Chats*** Engage in lively conversations about your current reads with other attendees. It's like speed dating, but for bookworms! **Don't forget to bring your book!** *It's a chance to connect with fellow book lovers, swap literary treasures, and engage in thought-provoking discussions in a cozy setting. All are welcome, whether you're a seasoned reader or just starting your literary journey. Get ready for an evening filled with books, tea, and stimulating conversations.*

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Book Club - Yesteryear

Book Club - Yesteryear

Thu, Aug 27, 5:00 PM
From Difficult Women Book Club Global

Register here: https://luma.com/af4kutiu Join us to discuss Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke as a bonus read for our Barcelona chapter! ​**About Us:** Difficult Women Book Club is a global book club reading books by women authors. ​Founded in Barcelona in 2023, we’ve since grown to 74 cities around the world, all reading the same book each month. We meet once a month, and everyone is welcome! ​**About the Event:** This will be a beach picnic. Exact location will be sent in the Whatsapp Group the day of. Feel free to bring your own drinks or snacks! Any questions? Come say hi on [Instagram](http://instagram.com/difficultwomenbookclub?utm_source=luma).

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Meetup Literario - Encuentro lectores y escritores

Meetup Literario - Encuentro lectores y escritores

Sat, Aug 29, 9:00 AM
From Reuniones letraheridas en Barcelona
4.8

Vídeo presentación: [https://youtu.be/alzG1rokS1o](https://youtu.be/alzG1rokS1o) ¡Atención! Enviad vuestros textos para la Revista: (artículos, reseñas, textos de ficción, etc.) **[https://letraheridos.es/colaboraciones/](https://letraheridos.es/colaboraciones/)** Empezaremos puntuales, así que no tardéis :) Encuentro para amantes de la literatura. Escritores, lectores o simplemente curiosos. Usuario en **Goodreads** con nuestras lecturas: [https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/108384464-letraheridos](https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/108384464-letraheridos) Pedimos a los participantes que traigan un libro de lectura reciente que les haya emocionado o impactado. En vez de un club de lectura donde todos leemos el mismo libro y lo comentamos, cada uno trae una propuesta para recomendar a los demás. Ocasionalmente compartimos escritos. http://photos3.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/7/9/7/2/600_455971090.jpeg

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Coffee Connections

Coffee Connections

Fri, Aug 28, 9:00 AM
From Backstory English Bookshop - Events
4.7

A casual (but coordinated) coffee break to meet new friends, take a Zoom break, and get your AM caffeine fix. Stop by for a few minutes or stay the whole time. Bring a friend or wander in solo. Come for the coffee and company, or just bring a book to read while surrounded by other in-real-life, community-seeking humans. Come by every Friday, or just when you happen to be in town. Make it whatever you need it to be that week. It's not an \*event\* per se, but we hope these Friday meet-ups can become a fixture of the bookshop! Gathering spot will be in the downstairs area of the bookshop (near the Community Library). Coffee and tea are 1.50€ and can be purchased at the cash register upstairs. Find more info on our Instagram (@backstorybookshop) or website (www.backstorybookshop.com).

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Frequently asked questions

Book swaps are gatherings where participants exchange books they have read for those they want. They offer a great way to discover new reads and meet fellow literature enthusiasts.

Yes, Barcelona hosts book swap events where local book lovers gather to share their favorite reads and discover new ones. It's a vibrant community for bibliophiles.

Absolutely, you can join as many book swaps as you like. Each event might offer a unique mix of titles and opportunities to meet a diverse range of fellow readers.

Meetup is free to browse. However, some organizers may charge a fee for specific events or memberships. Always check the event details for specific information.

At book swap events, attendees typically bring books to exchange and browse others' contributions. The swaps may have different rules, so it's best to check details for each event.

Using Meetup, search for book swap groups in Barcelona to find upcoming events. You can browse by location or interest to connect with local readers.

While most book swaps are in person, some groups might offer online events. Check event details to see if a virtual option is available.

The availability of events depends on group activity in your area. Check frequently or consider starting your own group if options are limited.

If no active groups align with your interests, consider starting your own book swap group to share and cultivate your specific literary niche.

To RSVP, simply click the 'Join' or 'Attend' button on the event page through Meetup, which helps organizers know how many to expect.

It's usually encouraged to bring a book for a swap event, but check specific event guidelines. Some might allow participation without bringing one.

Yes, book swaps are excellent for meeting fellow readers and establishing connections over shared literary interests in a relaxed setting.

Attending book swaps isn't a binding commitment. You can choose which events to attend based on your schedule and interest levels.

Most events suggest bringing books in good condition that offer broad appeal. Some swaps might specify genres, so read event details carefully.

Availability varies by city. While Barcelona has a vibrant book swap scene, not all cities may offer such events, relying on local organizer initiatives.