Jan 15 2009
Joining a book club or writers group
So living in a new place, which also happens to be a small town, and finding things to do in the winter is not the easiest task. Because many of my friends have moved farther apart since high school and college, I’m trying to build a new social circle. Many people have suggested a site called Meetup.com to find local groups, social functions, and people with similar interests. I’ve been to the site a few times but nothing sparked my interest right away. I decided to try again and found a group I’m excited to join: a local book lovers club. This particular club sounds more like a writers group than a book club, but the important thing is that the members like to discuss books! Should be a good fit, right?
I am personally more interested in a writers group structure because having other people read my work keeps me motivated to continue working–even when I get negative feedback (often it’s more motivating than positive feedback). Do you have a local book lovers group you attend? What do you discuss? Where do you meet?
Anyone local to New Haven, CT, can check out the Branford/New Haven book lovers group at the Meetup.com site. Our next meeting is Jan 27 at the Branford Starbucks at 7pm. Hope to see you there!
Oh man! I used to live in Norwalk… missed the boat on that one. Although I like heading down there every so often. I get to go back to my favorite Chinese takeout place.
Good to know! Will def keep it in mind.
Jess
Hey Vera Marie,
That sounds like an excellent book group! And some excellent books–Oscar Wao is on my list to read very soon. And you’re right, reading good books leads to writing good books.
Jess
Sure, feel free Timur I. (Although I’m not sure what part you’re referring to. But go ahead!)