Have you ever thought, “How hard could it be to run a book club?” Spoiler: it’s not hard—but it is unpredictable at times and surprisingly fulfilling.
Check out Emily Zimmermann's Confessions of a First-Time Book Club Host: 5 Things I learned from My First 2.5 Book Clubs.
Running a book club is equal parts organization, empathy, and improvisation. I’ve made mistakes, learned from them, and discovered how deeply a shared story can connect a campus. If you’re thinking about starting your own—just do it! Bring the snacks, embrace the awkward silences, and remember perfection isn’t the goal: connection is.
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