READThe social dissatisfaction of Gen Z amongst the current climate of complex social matters and sequence of persistent tribulations has seen a return to one of the foundations of humanity; community. Despite varying attitudes of Nihilism to Existentialism there is a desire for a bond and connection that outlives social commentary and eases the stresses of facing a changing world alone. The demand for localised IRL meetups has produced a myriad of offerings such as park runs, pottery classes, dinner clubs, lesbian run clubs, physical game meetups and even breakfast meeting apps. One form, in particular, that has seen a resurgence in both public and private domains is Book Clubs. Pia Kandarajah and Eva Telemachou from To Be Read Club host a Eora/Sydney-based book club curating events for like-minded individuals to connect, that brings together book lovers and curious minds in Sydney's Inner West. Amid 2023, To Be Read Club emerged when Pia and Eva began to connect over books, halfway across the world from each other and thought that maybe others could too? Or even better all in the same room.