Cultural

[close] This is a low pressure book club is for readers who want to step outside the usual reading lane. We focus on novels that explore marginalized voices and offer perspectives from different cultures, religions, identities, and parts of the world. The goal isn't to "read perfectly" or have the smartest take, it is to increase your understanding of different voices! We'll explore all different genres, and it's totally ok if you don't read all of our books. Thank you for considering joining this group! Possible reads: Black stories, women’s stories, LGBTQ+, Indigenous voices, Disabled perspectives, Immigrant & refugee stories, Mixed-race/multicultural identities, Religious minorities, class & poverty

[close] +Seeking to articulate the storeis we enacted to create our current mess (e.g. global warming, gross inequality, pollution levels making us all sick, etc, etc.) AND seeking better stories that support e.g. an economy designed to meet the needs of all and a democratic deliberative government that would ac tually serve the needs of all.

[close] For book lovers of all kinds who live in, work in or just love Devon and want to be part of this community.

[close] Explore the impact of AI through books – old and new, fiction and non-fiction. A slow, low-pressure club for reading carefully, thinking harder, and refusing the empty neutrality of algorithmic writing. Cadence: One book a month (but you're welcome to join discussions even if you haven't read/finished the book), with casual chats and monthly meetings online or in person. Based in the UK, open to all. Especially relevant for those working in the science, technology and communications space.