International

[close] This is THE OFFICIAL group for Pastborn fans from all over the globe. You're welcome here if any of these apply to you: 1) You've read Pastborn, and it left a strong impression on you (you loved it, you hated it, it cured your depression, it caused your depression etc.) 2) You haven't read Pastborn but are curious about it (so you're not a pastbornie yet, just pastcurious) 3) You were born in the past but are living in the future. Interpret this as you will.

[close] Welcome to Shine & Shadow. We are a group focused on monthly group reads and discussions. We have 3 group reads on a rotating monthly basis: 1 'Dark' read, 1 'Light' read, & 1 'World Tour' read. Choose which group read to participate in depending on your mood for the month. Join us and jump into the discussion! Genres enjoyed: General Fiction, Fantasy, Thriller, "Slice of Life", Memoir, Sci-Fi, Dystopian, Queer, Historical Fiction, Horror Genres (typically) not enjoyed: Romance, Young Adult, Self-help, Cookbook, How-To Guide, Ancient Untranslatable Tome Written In Dead Language *In this group we welcome everyone and so wish to keep the group public. However, due to some adult themes discussed in our group reads, we would like to request all members are over the age of 18. If you are found to be under 18, we may remove you from the group.

[close] ENG. Like-minded individuals who love freedom are welcome to join. We share thoughts on books, works of art, historical events, fiction, documentaries, film... We are patriots, not brain-washed liberals (in the Socialist sense) or sold-out Globalists. ESP. Amantes de la libertad: Aquí compartimos pensamientos sobre libros, obras de arte, acontecimientos históricos, ficción, documentales, películas, etc. Somos patriotas, no ovejas adoctrinadas ni estamos vendidos a la agenda de los Globalistas.

[close] Welcome to the Roundtable If you enjoy books that ask a little more of the reader--and give more back in return--you’ll likely feel at home here. We focus on literary fiction, the classics, and nonfiction, and we’re interested in how different readers experience and interpret the same work. In 2026, we’re keeping things open and reader-driven. Our year-long TBR Challenge continues, while occasional monthly reads--organized by members--will explore a range of themes and interests as they arise. In September, we’ll also bring back our four-month, task-based Book Challenge. As always, members are welcome to start discussions--whether about a favorite author, a recent read, or a book that’s been lingering in your thoughts. This group is here for thoughtful reading and conversation, at whatever pace suits you. The fine print: We all have our guilty pleasures--vampires in love, celebrity memoirs, beloved books from childhood--and there’s nothing wrong with that. This group, however, is a space set aside for a particular kind of reading and discussion: thoughtful, well-crafted writing for an adult audience. Our focus is on literary fiction, the classics, serious nonfiction, literary science fiction, historical fiction, and classic mysteries. What we value most is engaged, curious reading. We welcome a wide range of perspectives and interpretations, and a strong passion for books is a plus--as long as the conversation stays centered on the books themselves. Please be respectful of fellow members and avoid personal attacks; lively disagreement is great, ad hominem is not. Because this is a private group, we ask prospective members to apply. A few words about why you’d like to join and what you hope to get out of the group will help us get to know you. It’s also helpful if your shelves and profile are visible; profiles set to private cannot be approved. If this sounds like your kind of reading community, we’d love to hear from you.