Classics

[close] We're here because we like reading and we like chatting about reading. But we are here especially because we strongly believe that reading is not just something we do alone, but something that can unite people of different kinds, all over the world! This group really is all about books! In terms of group reads we have a monthly fiction book and a bi-monthly group read of a classic. We feature dedicated sections for non-fiction, poetry, short stories and drama. We also have weekly poetry postings (the Monday Poem). Quarterly there is a group discussion of non-fiction books in which members are encouraged to read books that relate to a specific theme and another theme for short stories. We feature a yearly challenge which varies from year to year in form. In addition, we have a section for people to post their yearly personal challenges and books read during the year.

[close] Welcome to the Roundtable Our passions include literary fiction, the classics, and serious non-fiction. In 2019 we've planned structured reads in the following categories: Fiction, Author Reads, Books in Translation, New Fiction and Nonfiction. Perhaps you'd like to join in our year-long BINGO game? Or you can sign on for our yearly TBR reading challenge, and the year-long International Challenge, or revive the threads from past projects and group reads. We also invite you to our list [of books, of course] making frenzy, or to add a discussion thread for your favorite author. The fine print: We're a smallish group, but active, and we'd like to have actively participating members. If you've been a member for more than four months without participating, we will assume that you are not interested in the group and you will be subject to deletion (one post after acceptance into the group is not considered active). This may take the form of participation in one of the structured features described above or something more free-form. While we've all got our guilty pleasures -- vampires in love, celebrity gossip, books from our childhoods -- these books don't fit with the group's vision and purpose. It's strictly "quality" writing for an adult audience; for us this means literary fiction, the classics, and serious non-fiction. We like to see a diversity of opinions about what we read and a strong passion for books is a plus. However, we ask that our group members keep it about the books; be respectful of others and refrain from the ad hominem. Finally, you'll see that we're a private group and you'll need to "apply" to join us. This means that we'd like a word from you about why you'd like to join and what you're hoping to get from a group. It also helps if we can see your shelves and your profile. If your profile is set to private, you will not be approved for membership in the group.

[close] Amacımız klasikleri birlikte okumak ve tartışmak. Her ay eski klasikler, modern klasikler ve Türk klasikleri kategorilerinde birer kitap okuyoruz. Ayrıca ayın yazarından okumalar yapıyoruz.

[close] A cozy, noisy, and sometimes rough Tavern where people meet to discuss, argue, and sometimes fight about their fantastic adventures. Don't be shy, step in, sit down by the fire and let me welcome you with a homemade jar of mead on this chilly winter night. Naturally, every adventurer is welcome! Every table gives another opportunity for a new topic to discuss. We share our stories about fantasy, science fiction, anime, manga, and much more... Welcome to the Tavern Brawl!