About us
At some point, almost everyone has said it: “I should read that.”
The classic sitting untouched on the shelf. The epic novel everyone references. The history book you meant to start three years ago. The work that might challenge you, change you, or expand the way you see the world — if only you could finally make the time.
That’s why I Should Read That exists.
We are a weekly book club for curious readers who want to engage deeply with literature, history, philosophy, memoir, science, and social thought — together, at a manageable pace.
We believe ambitious reading becomes possible when it becomes communal.
Instead of overwhelming reading assignments or rushed discussions, we intentionally move slowly: typically 70–100 pages each week. Our goal is not speed. Our goal is weekly conversation, reflection, understanding, and connection.
Upcoming events
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Journey to the Centre of the Earth - Discussion
Busboys & Poets, 235 Carroll Ave NW, Washington, DC, DC, USThis is our second meeting to discuss Jules Verne’s timeless adventure, Journey to the Centre of the Earth.
We'll be discussing chapters 16-31.
We'll always keep a relaxed pace of about 70–100 pages per week so there is plenty of time to enjoy the story before we gather over coffee, tea, or wine.Location:
Busboys and Poets, 235 Carroll Avenue, Takoma ParkRSVP Deadline:
Wednesday, June 24 (so we can give the venue an accurate headcount)Logistics for the Meetup
Venue courtesy:
Please start a tab at the bar for any food or refreshments. We kindly ask that everyone purchase at least one beverage (coffee, smoothie, wine, etc.) to thank our hosts for providing the meeting space.
The Book Edition:
Warning: Because there are many heavily altered translations of this book, we highly recommend purchasing the Oxford World's Classics edition. It features the complete 45 chapters so we can all stay on the same page!
You can order the book from our host Busboys and Poets at this link. Or you can order from Amazon at this link.
RSVP to reserve your spot, and feel free to ask questions.
Your RSVP helps our host plan for space to accommodate everyone.
Can't wait to read with you!
Busboys & Poets
235 Carroll St NW · Washington, DC## Attendees
4
Host
Deirdre
Organizer
Lynne Feingold
Member
Tony
Member
Tasha Coleman
Co-organizer##
3 attendeesJourney to the Centre of the Earth - Discussion
Busboys & Poets, 235 Carroll Ave NW, Washington, DC, DC, USThis is our final discussion of Jules Verne’s timeless adventure, Journey to the Centre of the Earth.
We'll be discussing chapters 31 to the end of the book.
We always keep a relaxed pace of about 70–100 pages per week so there is plenty of time to enjoy the story before we gather over coffee, tea, or wine to discuss.Location:
Busboys and Poets, 235 Carroll Avenue, Takoma ParkMetro: Just 1 block from Takoma Station on the Redline
RSVP Deadline:
Thursday, July 2 (so we can give the venue an accurate headcount)Logistics for the Meetup
Venue courtesy:
Please start a tab at the bar for any food or refreshments. We kindly ask that everyone purchase at least one beverage (coffee, smoothie, wine, etc.) to thank our hosts for providing the meeting space.The Book Edition:
Warning: Because there are many heavily altered translations of this book, we highly recommend purchasing the Oxford World's Classics edition. It features the complete 45 chapters so we can all stay on the same page!
You can order the book from our host Busboys and Poets at this link. Or you can order from Amazon at this link.RSVP to reserve your spot, and feel free to ask questions.
Your RSVP helps our host plan for space to accommodate everyone.
Can't wait to read with you!
Busboys & Poets
235 Carroll St NW · Washington, DC##
1 attendee
Discussion of The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank
Busboys & Poets, 235 Carroll Ave NW, Washington, DC, DC, USThis is our first discussion of The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank**.**
This book doesn't have chapters. Instead it has dated diary entries.In our first meeting we'll briefly discuss anything you have read or learned about the historical context of the work and then we'll tackle diary entries June 12, 1942 through the end of July 11, 1943.
This is in keeping with our relaxed pace of about 70–100 pages per week so we don't have to rush through the readings before we enjoy some discussion over coffee, tea, or wine.
Location:
Busboys and Poets, 235 Carroll Avenue, Takoma ParkMetro: Redline - Takoma Station
RSVP Deadline:
Thursday, July 2 (so we can give the venue an accurate headcount)Logistics for the Meetup
Venue courtesy:
Please start a tab at the bar for any food or refreshments. We kindly ask that everyone purchase at least one beverage (coffee, smoothie, wine, etc.) to thank our hosts for providing the meeting space.The Book Edition:
Warning: Whatever edition of the book you borrow, purchase or download please be sure it is marked "The Definitive Edition". Some earlier editions edited by her father leave out a considerable number of diary entries.RSVP to reserve your spot, and feel free to ask questions.
Your RSVP helps our host plan for space to accommodate everyone.
Can't wait to read with you!
Busboys & Poets
235 Carroll St NW · Washington, DC##
1 attendee
Past events
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