Young people are finding a new way to enjoy books together. It is called a silent book club. People meet, bring any book, and read quietly. Everyone can choose a different book. There is no reading homework or difficult group talk. People can relax, but they do not feel alone. (axios.com)
Recent reports say these groups are growing across the United States. They are especially attractive to younger adults. Many want social time without drinking or loud parties. Quiet reading also offers a break from phones and busy life. (latimes.com)
At one bookstore in Los Angeles, young customers joined a reading party. First, they brought books they really wanted to read. Then, they sat near other readers and opened their books. Nobody had to speak or give a smart answer. After reading, people could talk and make new friends. The event made a private hobby feel warm and social. (latimes.com)
For shy or tired people, this can feel comfortable. You are quiet, yet you are part of a group. Would you bring a novel, comic, or English book?
