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Ranking the best of African Literature
At reading parties, there is no pressure to finish the book you brought. It is a good space to take a break.
Instead of bringing random books, the reading party could focus on a specific genre, theme, or trope. It could be even more fun by reading books with the same cover colour or even books published in the same year.
Transform a standard living room or venue into an inviting space. Arrange a variety of seating options that will ensure everyone has a designated surface for drinks and a direct line of light for their pages.
A highly effective plan includes:
Should be thoughtful but low-maintenance, featuring a self-serve beverage station stocked with tea, coffee, wine, or mocktails, alongside non-greasy, bite-sized finger foods that won’t stain pages or leave residue on fingers.
In the end, the secret to a memorable reading party is to remove the performance of traditional book clubs and eliminate assigned reading lists, deadlines, and forced analysis. Create an inclusive space where introverts and extroverts alike can connect over a shared love of books.
Godsgift Isaiah is a music and book whore who enjoys everything about art.
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