Ever wondered what it would be like to join fellow book enthusiasts and just sit back for an hour and read? Well, that is exactly what the Cape Town Silent Book Club is all about.
The club sees bibliophiles come together three times per month in different spots around the city, with the aim to cultivate a love for reading.
Organiser Shawn Buck, originally from the United States of America (USA), said he was inspired to start the chapter in Cape Town following a visit to the USA last year.
“I was back in the US for a visit last year and attended a chapter in my hometown. There are 1 700+ Silent Book Club chapters around the world, so I thought why not in Cape Town. I’m a big reader and thought it would be a fun way to spend time with friends, but it has grown way beyond that.”
According to Buck, there are no assigned books and he added anyone can join.
“The main mission is just to be a community of readers who take an intentional time in their week to sit and enjoy good books together. It’s intended for everyone. We have all ages and different types of people. We do have lots of introverts who have been looking for a community.”
He said this year marks one year since the initiative was launched.
“We meet three times a month in different spots around the city. You can always check out our upcoming gatherings in the pinned posts on our Instagram profile.”
Buck explained there is no fee involved and encouraged people to join in on the fun.
“We encourage reading by making intentional time for it with one another. Life is busy with everything else, so having a place where one can read with others in community is really special,” he explained.
He said each session lasts an hour, after which those attending socialise and interact with one another.
The next event will take place at Neighbourhood in District Six on Saturday 19 July.
.For more information visit instagram.com/cptsilentbookclub
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