Bookclub meeting #1

### 📚 Literary Voyages – First Meeting Agenda

Date: June 2nd 2025
Time: 7pm
Location/Platform: Zoom
Duration: 80–120 minutes

1. Welcome & Introductions (10–15 min)

• Warm welcome from the host
• Quick round of introductions (name, pronouns if desired, and a favorite book or author from a diverse background)

2. About the Book Club (10 min)

• Purpose and theme of the club: celebrating diverse voices and stories
• How meetings will work (frequency, format, discussion guidelines, etc.)
• Creating a respectful, inclusive space

3. Choosing Our First Book (20–25 min)

• Review top book suggestions from the group
• Open discussion of interests, themes, and preferences
• Vote on the first book (via poll or consensus)

4. Reading Schedule & Next Steps (10 min)

• Decide on a realistic reading timeline
• Set the date for the next meeting
• Assign any discussion leads (optional)

5. Q&A / Open Discussion (5–10 min)

• Open floor for questions, ideas, or general feedback
• Optional: share other book recs or events related to diverse literature

6. Closing (5 min)

• Thank everyone for joining
• Recap of the chosen book and next meeting details
• Encourage members to stay connected (e.g., through a group chat or forum)