Memoir

[close] A book club for the obsession du jour, it usually ties into current media, pop culture, news, crimes in the news or other trends or cult/history. Virtual discussions and in-person extravaganzas.

[close] A small enjoyable book clan, not book worms but nonetheless book dragons. ‘We will live a thousand lives and have loved a thousand loves. We’ve walked on distant worlds and seen the end of time. Because we read.’ -George R.R Martin

[close] Reading takes you places. Where in the world will your next book take you? If you love world literature, translated works, travel writing, or exploring the world through books, you have come to the right place! ATW80 began in 2009 as a challenge on TNBBC. The separate group was established in 2011. Anyone can join and participate in the challenges or readings at any time. Challenge participation is not a requirement of joining. Anyone who loves reading books from around the world is welcome here. The main purpose of this group is to travel the world through books, experiencing new authors and cultures along the way. Want to read about the world? We have close to 50,000 books cataloged by setting and more are added each week. I personally started reading around the world in 2008. This venture has introduced me to far off lands, fresh viewpoints, and many new authors I might not have discovered otherwise. Here is a record of my travels since 2009: https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/18478768-diane-s-world-travels-by-book I have worked very hard gathering resources for others to use and coming up with new activities. Please ask permission before copying and please give appropriate credit. The copycatting is getting ridiculous and tiresome. "The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go.” - Dr. Suess “There are too many books I haven’t read, too many places I haven’t seen, too many memories I haven’t kept long enough.” ― Irwin Shaw Globe Stand Photo: Daniel Loiselle/Getty Images

[close] Do you like nonfiction? So do we! Every month, we choose a theme, nominate related books, and vote on a group read. Participation is low-pressure; join us when you can - discussion topics remain open even after the month ends. Come as you are, all are welcome!