If you love books, why not start a ‘virtual’ book club.
It’s very easy.
Here’s how.
But first…
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Why Would I Want to Start a Book Club?
Because you…
- Love reading books.
- Want to discover great recommended books.
- Want to chat with other like-minded people.
And a multitude of other reasons!
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But a Book Club Will Take Too Much Time!
Good news! A ‘virtual’ book club won’t do that.
Whenever they think about a book club, many people think about going out to meet up with people.
Another evening taken up. And a babysitter to arrange.
But nowadays, that isn’t a problem.
Because we can enjoy a book club online.
On a Zoom or Jitsi video call.
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Won’t all the Book Club Members Be Strangers?
You could start your own brand new book club by inviting just friends.
The Easy Way to Start Your Online Book Club
Create a Facebook Group.
Then, invite everyone that you think will enjoy your book club to join it.
If you know everyone in the Facebook Group, you might even decide to create a WhatsApp group too.
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Decide on a good book (not too lengthy for your first meeting) and tell everyone in the group what it is.
Arrange a Zoom or Jitsi meeting.
Then enjoy your first Book Club virtual meetup, chatting about the book…
With absolutely no going out!
And no need for a babysitter!
Who is a Virtual Book Club Best For?
It’s perfect for any age, any niche, any social group.
And it’s so easy to do!
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So who will you invite first…?
I get the idea, but I’m curious how you keep people in the book club on the same ‘page’ (pun intended!). I mean, not everyone reads at the same pace, and we’re all busy. So getting through a single book could be hard. I guess unless you schedule meetings to actually read a chapter together every week or so. Thoughts?
Great question, Priti.
Here’s how I would see it: Allowing enough time for everyone to read the whole book, schedule your next meetup. Changing life circumstances might mean someone might not get through the book on time – but most will. Discuss the book (what you gained from it, etc), then choose the next book and meetup date.
I also like your idea of discussing a chapter together every week or so. Great idea.