Book Writing

***Los santos inocentes*, Miguel Delibes **📖 En la Extremadura profunda de los años sesenta, una familia de campesinos sobrevive al servicio de los señores del cortijo bajo un régimen de explotación casi feudal. *Los santos inocentes* es una obra maestra de la literatura española: una denuncia feroz de la injusticia social 🏚️, narrada con una voz única que mezcla oralidad y poesía, y protagonizada por personajes que te romperán el corazón por su dignidad y su inocencia 💔. ✨ Delibes es de los grandes. Premio Cervantes incluido. Y este libro lo demuestra todo. 🎬** ¿Sabías que tiene película? **La adaptación de 1984 dirigida por Mario Camus es igualmente legendaria. Os recomendamos verla después de leer el libro para llegar a la sesión con todo. 🍷 Nos reuniremos en** [book bar bcn](https://www.thebookbarbcn.es/inicio) **para discutir el libro con una copa de vino en mano. Sin presiones. Solo gente curiosa y conversaciones con alma. 📚** ¿Dónde conseguir el libro? **Lo puedes comprar en cualquier librería local, en Casa del Libro o en librerías de Re-Read. Y si prefieres no comprarlo, recuerda que puedes pedirlo prestado gratuitamente en las bibliotecas públicas.💖 ***The Holy Innocents*, Miguel Delibes **📖 Set in rural Extremadura in the 1960s, this Spanish masterpiece follows a peasant family bound to a feudal estate, enduring daily humiliation with quiet dignity. Delibes writes with a raw, poetic voice unlike anything else in Spanish literature. A devastating critique of class and power 🏚️ that stays with you long after the last page 💔. ✨ A true landmark of 20th century literature and one of the most important novels ever written in Spanish. 🎬** It also has a film! **The acclaimed 1984 adaptation by Mario Camus is the perfect watch after finishing the book. Come to the session ready to talk about both! 🍷 Join us at** [book bar bcn](https://www.thebookbarbcn.es/inicio) **for an evening of books, ideas, and good wine. No pressure. Just curious people and real conversation. 📚** Where to get the book? **You can buy it at any local bookshop, at Casa del Libro or on Re-Read bookshops. Prefer to borrow it? The** Biblioteca de Barcelona **has you covered for free. 💖

A casual (but coordinated) coffee break to meet new friends, take a Zoom break, and get your AM caffeine fix. Stop by for a few minutes or stay the whole time. Bring a friend or wander in solo. Come for the coffee and company, or just bring a book to read while surrounded by other in-real-life, community-seeking humans. Come by every Friday, or just when you happen to be in town. Make it whatever you need it to be that week. It's not an \*event\* per se, but we hope these Friday meet-ups can become a fixture of the bookshop! Gathering spot will be in the downstairs area of the bookshop (near the Community Library). Coffee and tea are 1.50€ and can be purchased at the cash register upstairs. Find more info on our Instagram (@backstorybookshop) or website (www.backstorybookshop.com).

¿De verdad las mujeres "normales" ya no lloramos y facturamos? 💸 ¿Te has puesto a pensar en la escritura como privilegio? Si esto es así: ¿Dónde están las que escriben a pesar de no tener plata? 🤔 Con este club queremos hablar de algo que nos obsesiona: la literatura y el dinero. Cómo el capitalismo monetiza nuestro tiempo y nuestro deseo (Cristina Rivera Garza Dixit) y qué estrategias tenemos las que con grandes esfuerzos llegamos a fin de mes pero queremos reunirnos para hablar de libros o para sentarnos a escribir. 🔥 Esta en nuestra primera propuesta, 6 libros, 6 autoras que piensan la relación entre la escritura y el privilegio, entre la escritura y el zulo, lo popular, aquellas que no se avergüenzan de decir que no vienen de un "barrio bien", que su escritura es una resistencia y su migración no es un cuento de hadas. ❤️‍🔥 Hasta que la escritura deje de ser un privilegio, hasta que la lectura sea un derecho para todxs, hasta que tengamos tiempo y deseo para lo que nos hace latir el corazón. 💜 Gratuito con la compra del libro. Valor sin libro: 5€ Última fecha de sesión: por definir

**✍🏻 Run away with the Girls Who Write club this summer and make time for your writing – this will be a long weekend to remember!** Barcelona in the summer is the vibe...however, it gets really touristy, hectic and sticky...Imagine getting away from it all to a beautiful secret mansion to focus on your writing, while everything else is being taken care of! A long weekend to slow down, put pen to paper whenever you want, read by the pool – and meet like-minded women who love writing as much as you do. **Whether you're visiting or a local, this is the creative escape you need this summer.** 🏡 We are gathering in a perfect secret spot in Barcelona: far away from all the noise, but close enough to the center in case you want to get in and out on your own. Our beautiful hillside mansion features AC, pool and sauna – and nine individual rooms perfect for resting. You'll feel like you're away in nature...while being two metro stops away from all the buzz :) Here, nothing will distract you from writing! **📚 What you'll be working on?** Whether you're exploring self-discovery through journaling, crafting a memoir, creating short stories or poetry, or finally bringing that long-planned book to life, I aim to offer you a safe, nurturing space to connect with your words and creativity. Dive into cherished childhood memories, share fascinating anecdotes from your life that could inspire a captivating story, or pour your deepest emotions onto the page and witness how your perspective transforms. I believe every woman is a natural-born storyteller, and every girl's life is a compelling book waiting to be written. **Let’s uncover yours!** *What to expect:* 📝 **Journaling Workshops**: Dive deep into your emotions, memories and experiences through guided journaling sessions, unlocking the power of self-expression and introspection under the guidance of Marusha, founder of [Girls Who Write](www.girlswhowrite.club), [Naked Words](https://mashamozolevskaya.com/mynakedwords) and Barcelona Journaling Festival. 📚 **Writing buffet:** try creating a memoir, a profound dialogue, a book character based on a person dear to your heart *(even if you don't have any book in the works yet!)* and explore some controversial topics in a safe, supportive community. 🌅 Sunrise SUP at Barceloneta. The most magical thing you can do in the summer in Barcelona – watch the sun rising from the horizon and waking up the city, while gently rocking on the waves. It's safe and fun! You don't even need to know how to swim. Bring your journal if you dare :) ✨ **Deep Connection to Self**: Throughout the day, immerse yourself in moments of stillness and self-discovery, cultivating a profound connection to your innermost being and fostering a sense of inner peace and alignment. We'll enjoy guided forest-bathing (sinrin-yoku) and embodiment sessions as well. 🍤 **Amazing food!** We'll be served lovely meals cooked by our private chef. The menu is Mediterranean, organic, and absolutely scrumptious! We'll take good care of you...while you write :) **Please read the full retreat description [here.](https://girlswhowrite.club/barcelona)** More info on what kind of workshops to expect, the price range, etc [www.girlswhowrite.club/barcelona](https://girlswhowrite.club/barcelona) *Barcelona residents get a special offer – please do not hesitate to message the organizer.* 🔥 Please note that there are two retreat dates available for this summer: **12-14 JUNE and 3-5 JULY.** Choose what fits your summer plans best and let us know when you'd like to come. Feel free to get in touch with Marusha via What's Up to secure your spot or ask any questions: +34695844901 **🧑🏼‍💻 About the organizer**: Hi! I'm Marusha Mozolevskaya, a non-fiction writer and expressive writing / journaling coach. I'm also a founder of the [Girls Who Write](https://girlswhowrite.club/) & [Barcelona International Journaling Festival](https://mashamozolevskaya.com/barcelonajournalingfestival). I'll be thrilled to have you writing with me this summer!

**✍🏻 Run away with the Girls Who Write club this summer and make time for your writing – this will be a long weekend to remember!** Barcelona in the summer is the vibe...however, it gets really touristy, hectic and sticky...Imagine getting away from it all to a beautiful secret mansion to focus on your writing, while everything else is being taken care of! A long weekend to slow down, put pen to paper whenever you want, read by the pool – and meet like-minded women who love writing as much as you do. **Whether you're visiting or a local, this is the creative escape you need this summer.** 🏡 We are gathering in a perfect secret spot in Barcelona: far away from all the noise, but close enough to the center in case you want to get in and out on your own. Our beautiful hillside mansion features AC, pool and sauna – and nine individual rooms perfect for resting. You'll feel like you're away in nature...while being two metro stops away from all the buzz :) Here, nothing will distract you from writing! **📚 What you'll be working on?** Whether you're exploring self-discovery through journaling, crafting a memoir, creating short stories or poetry, or finally bringing that long-planned book to life, I aim to offer you a safe, nurturing space to connect with your words and creativity. Dive into cherished childhood memories, share fascinating anecdotes from your life that could inspire a captivating story, or pour your deepest emotions onto the page and witness how your perspective transforms. I believe every woman is a natural-born storyteller, and every girl's life is a compelling book waiting to be written. **Let’s uncover yours!** *What to expect:* 📝 **Journaling Workshops**: Dive deep into your emotions, memories and experiences through guided journaling sessions, unlocking the power of self-expression and introspection under the guidance of Marusha, founder of [Girls Who Write](http://www.girlswhowrite.club/), [Naked Words](https://mashamozolevskaya.com/mynakedwords) and Barcelona Journaling Festival. 📚 **Writing buffet:** try creating a memoir, a profound dialogue, a book character based on a person dear to your heart *(even if you don't have any book in the works yet!)* and explore some controversial topics in a safe, supportive community. 🌅 Sunrise SUP at Barceloneta. The most magical thing you can do in the summer in Barcelona – watch the sun rising from the horizon and waking up the city, while gently rocking on the waves. It's safe and fun! You don't even need to know how to swim. Bring your journal if you dare :) ✨ **Deep Connection to Self**: Throughout the day, immerse yourself in moments of stillness and self-discovery, cultivating a profound connection to your innermost being and fostering a sense of inner peace and alignment. We'll enjoy guided forest-bathing (sinrin-yoku) and embodiment sessions as well. 🍤 **Amazing food!** We'll be served lovely meals cooked by our private chef. The menu is Mediterranean, organic, and absolutely scrumptious! We'll take good care of you...while you write :) **Please read the full retreat description [here.](https://girlswhowrite.club/barcelona)** More info on what kind of workshops to expect, the price range, etc [www.girlswhowrite.club/barcelona](https://girlswhowrite.club/barcelona) *Barcelona residents get a special offer – please do not hesitate to message the organizer.* 🔥 Please note that there are two retreat dates available for this summer: **12-14 JUNE and 3-5 JULY.** Choose what fits your summer plans best and let us know when you'd like to come. Feel free to get in touch with Marusha via What's Up to secure your spot or ask any questions: +34695844901 **🧑🏼‍💻 About the organizer**: Hi! I'm Marusha Mozolevskaya, a non-fiction writer and expressive writing / journaling coach. I'm also a founder of the [Girls Who Write](https://girlswhowrite.club/) & [Barcelona International Journaling Festival](https://mashamozolevskaya.com/barcelonajournalingfestival). I'll be thrilled to have you writing with me this summer! 

🗣️ English below, español y català. 👩‍🎨 **Aprende de cero o mejora** tu dibujo y pintura en entorno inspirador pasándolo bien. 👉 **Conócenos** en Instagram: [emili.sensoriart](https://www.instagram.com/emili.sensoriart) **OBJETIVO** 🌳☕ Inspírate para dibujar y pintar en la cafetería del **centro cívico** Can Deu de Barcelona, un espacio con **historia, creatividad y naturaleza** en el corazón de Les Corts. 🌑 Haremos un especial para trabajar las diferentes y divertidas formas de crear sombras. 🎨 Te doy **todo el material y te guío** en el proceso de crear lo que elijas tú desarrollando **tu propio estilo**. 🤯 **Rompe** con el pensamiento de "yo no puedo dibujar o pintar bien" con un método que estimule tu creatividad. 🧘‍♀️ Usa el arte como herramienta de meditación y arte terapia de conexión con el entorno y contigo mism@. 🙋‍♀️ Conoce **futur@s amig@s** con tus mismas pasiones y aprende de sus diversos estilos y visiones. 🗣️ Castellano, english y català. **PLAN** 👥 Seremos un **grupo reducido de 6 a 10 personas** para interactuar mejor entre nosotr@s. 1. 👋 **Dinámica inicial** para conocernos y profundizar en enfoque, materiales y referentes. 2. ✏️ **Fase de ejercicios y bocetos** rápidos dibujando tod@s lo mismo para aprender nuevas técnicas y experimentar otras combinaciones. 3. 🎨 **Fase de obra individual** donde cada un@ elige qué hacer. 4. 💬 **Dinámica final** de reflexiones, aprendizajes y puesta en común. 🎁 Llévate de recuerdo mi **reportaje audiovisual de la experiencia** y la obra realizada por ti. **⏳ Duración: 3 h.** **INVERSIÓN** 🍹Consumición en el local. 🐤 **25€ Early bird:** Reservando más de cuatro días antes. 💰 **28€** **Last minute:** Reservando menos de cuatro días antes. **OFERTA** **👫🏻 20€ Comunidad:** Precio para cada un@ si traes nuev@ acompañante. 💎 **20€** **Suscripción:** Adquiriendo bono de 5 experiencias SensoriArt. La suscripción se puede usar en mis otras actividades, durante medio año e incluye **cumplirte un deseo** de experiencia 🪔🧞. **CÓMO APUNTARSE** 1. ✅ Pulsa asistiré en esta actividad. 2. ✅ **Contacta al organizador** por WhatsApp al [34661511632](https://wa.me/34661511632). 3. ✅ Pagar vía bizum o revolut al mismo número de teléfono con antelación. La plaza no quedará confirmada hasta que te lo comunique. Solo habrá devolución en caso de cancelación con más de tres días de antelación. **QUE HAY QUE LLEVAR** 🔹 Mente abierta y ganas de vivir una experiencia artística personal. 🔹 Opcional pero recomendable traer tu libreta de artista. 🔹 Opcional traer tus materiales para combinar. 🖌️ **Yo pongo todo el material**: hojas, soporte, lápiz, bolígrafo, pincel, pinturas, agua, recipiente para el agua y sobre para llevarte la obra. **ORGANIZADOR** 👨‍🎨 Artista senderista con foco en la acuarela y la fotografía. 😍👉 **Sígueme** en Instagram: [emili.sensoriart](https://www.instagram.com/emili.sensoriart) 📱👉 **Pregúntame** dudas por WhatsApp: [+34 661 511 632](https://wa.me/34661511632) **URBAN SKETCHING** Es la práctica de dibujar aquello que te rodea. Consiste en plasmar tu **visión personal** de tu mundo inmediato, o de los lugares a los que viajas. Es una narrativa de la vida cotidiana: ese café que te motiva, las calles o parques que recorres y te inspiran, etc. Boceta sin miedo a equivocarte, salte de lo figurativo y lo realista para experimentar el estilo con el que mejor te lo pases. **Vente a experimentar!** #urbansketching #paint #painting #drawing #art #mindfulness #watercolour \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🗣️ **ENGLISH** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 👩‍🎨 Learn from scratch or improve your drawing and painting skills in an inspiring environment while having fun. 👉 Find us on Instagram: emili.sensoriart OBJECTIVE 🌳☕ Get inspired to draw and paint in the café of the Can Deu Civic Center in Barcelona, ​​a space with history, creativity, and nature in the heart of Les Corts. 🌑 We'll do a special workshop to explore different and fun ways to create shadows. 🎨 I'll provide all the materials and guide you through the process of creating whatever you choose, developing your own style. 🤯 Break free from the thought of "I can't draw or paint well" with a method that stimulates your creativity. 🧘‍♀️ Use art as a tool for meditation and art therapy, connecting with your surroundings and yourself. 🙋‍♀️ Meet future friends who share your passions and learn from their diverse styles and perspectives. 🗣️ Spanish, English, and Catalan spoken. PLAN 👥 We'll be a small group of 6 to 10 people to foster better interaction. 👋 Initial activity to get to know each other and explore approaches, materials, and references. ✏️ Exercises and quick sketches where everyone draws the same thing to learn new techniques and experiment with different combinations. 🎨 Individual artwork phase where each person chooses what to create. 💬 Final activity for reflection, sharing, and discussing what you learned. 🎁 Take home a video report of the experience and your artwork as a souvenir. ⏳ Duration: 3 hours. INVESTMENT 🍹Drinks and food included. 🐤 €25 Early Bird: Book more than four days in advance. 💰 €28 Last Minute: Book less than four days in advance. SPECIAL OFFER 👫🏻 €20 Community: Price per person if you bring a new guest. 💎 €20 Subscription: Purchase a voucher for 5 SensoriArt experiences. The subscription can be used for my other activities for six months and includes a one-time experience wish fulfillment 🪔🧞. HOW TO SIGN UP ✅ Click "Going" on this activity. ✅ Contact the organizer via WhatsApp at +34 661 511 632. ✅ Pay via Bizum or Revolut to the same phone number in advance. Your spot won't be confirmed until I notify you. Refunds will only be issued for cancellations made more than three days in advance. WHAT TO BRING 🔹 An open mind and a desire to have a personal artistic experience. 🔹 Bringing your sketchbook is optional but recommended. 🔹 You can also bring your own art supplies to combine. 🖌️ I provide all the materials: paper, canvas, pencil, pen, brush, paints, water, a water container, and an envelope to take your artwork home. ORGANIZER 👨‍🎨 An artist and hiker specializing in watercolor and photography. 😍👉 Follow me on Instagram: emili.sensoriart 📱👉 Ask me questions on WhatsApp: +34 661 511 632 URBAN SKETCHING It's the practice of drawing what surrounds you. It consists of capturing your personal vision of your immediate world, or the places you travel to. It's a narrative of everyday life: that coffee shop that motivates you, the streets or parks you walk through that inspire you, etc. Sketch without fear of making mistakes, move beyond figurative and realistic styles to experiment with the style you enjoy the most. Come and experiment!

*Description in English, Español i Català!* **[Don't forget to join our community whatsapp group for latest updates!](https://fk2mqh.s.gy/whatsapp-invite)** *There is a captcha to prevent bots from joining.* **Make Music & Meet New Friends during the Sharlathans Open Mic** Looking to expand your social circle in Barcelona? Whether you are a musician looking for a tight groove to play over, a singer who wants to feel the energy of a live band, or a music lover simply looking to meet new people and enjoy a great vibe, this is the place for you. The Sharlathans are opening the stage to build a supportive musical community. Known for our unique vibrant fusion of Jazz, Flamenco, and Latin influences on Funk and Soul classics, we provide the strong foundation, you provide the spark. This is not just a concert, it is a social experience where we get together, socialize, and grow the Barcelona creative scene as friends. **How it works** **The Backline:** We provide the sound, space, energy, cajón, guitar, and microphones. Bring your instrument, your voice, or just your best smile to connect with us and others, on and off stage. **The Set:** We start with a short set by The Sharlathans to set the mood, then the stage belongs to the community. Come and enjoy the live music. **The Genre:** Funk, Soul, Rock, Pop, and everything in between. **Community Collaboration:** We are proud to host this event in collaboration with The Sharlathans & Friends Community. Check out their main group and upcoming sessions here: [@sharlathans](https://www.meetup.com/sharlatans/) Whether you come to perform or just to socialize and enjoy the atmosphere, you are more than welcome. Let’s make music and new memories together. *We have a small filmcrew present to film the event and because of it there will be a happy hour 19:00-20:00! To help everyone get into the right mood!* *** ## ES ¿Buscas ampliar tu círculo social en Barcelona? Tanto si eres músico y quieres tocar sobre un groove sólido, cantante con ganas de sentir la energía de una banda en directo, o simplemente un amante de la música que quiere conocer gente nueva y disfrutar de un buen ambiente, este es tu lugar. The Sharlathans abren el escenario para construir una comunidad musical cercana y de apoyo. Conocidos por nuestra vibrante fusión de Jazz, Flamenco y ritmos Latinos sobre clásicos de Funk y Soul, nosotros ponemos la base sólida y tú pones la chispa. Esto no es solo un concierto, es una experiencia social donde nos reunimos, socializamos y hacemos crecer la escena creativa de Barcelona como amigos. **Cómo funciona** **El Backline:** Nosotros ponemos el sonido, el espacio, la energía, el cajón, la guitarra y los micrófonos. Trae tu instrumento, tu voz o simplemente tu mejor sonrisa para conectar con nosotros y con otras personas, dentro y fuera del escenario. **El Set:** Empezamos con un set corto de The Sharlathans para crear el ambiente y después el escenario es de la comunidad. Ven a disfrutar de la música en directo. **El Género:** Funk, Soul, Rock, Pop y todo lo que hay entre medias. **Colaboración Comunitaria:** Estamos orgullosos de organizar este evento en colaboración con la comunidad The Sharlathans & Friends. Puedes ver su grupo principal y las próximas sesiones aquí: [@sharlathans](https://www.meetup.com/sharlatans/) Tanto si vienes a actuar como si solo quieres socializar y disfrutar del ambiente, eres más que bienvenido. Hagamos música y nuevos recuerdos juntos. *** ## CAT Vols ampliar el teu cercle social a Barcelona? Tant si ets músic i busques un groove sòlid per tocar, cantant amb ganes de sentir l’energia d’una banda en directe, o simplement un amant de la música que vol conèixer gent nova i gaudir d’un bon ambient, aquest és el teu lloc. The Sharlathans obren l’escenari per construir una comunitat musical propera i de suport. Coneguts per la nostra fusió vibrant de Jazz, Flamenc i influències Llatines sobre clàssics de Funk i Soul, nosaltres posem la base sòlida i tu poses l’espurna. Això no és només un concert, és una experiència social on ens reunim, socialitzem i fem créixer l’escena creativa de Barcelona com a amics. **Com funciona** **El Backline:** Nosaltres proporcionem el so, l’espai, l’energia, el cajón, la guitarra i els micròfons. Porta el teu instrument, la teva veu o simplement el teu millor somriure per connectar amb nosaltres i amb la resta de gent, dins i fora de l’escenari. **El Set:** Comencem amb un set curt de The Sharlathans per crear l’ambient i després l’escenari és de la comunitat. Vine a gaudir de la música en directe. **El Gènere:** Funk, Soul, Rock, Pop i tot el que hi ha entremig. **Col·laboració Comunitària:** Estem orgullosos d’organitzar aquest esdeveniment en col·laboració amb la comunitat The Sharlathans & Friends. Pots consultar el seu grup principal i les properes sessions aquí: [@sharlathans](https://www.meetup.com/sharlatans/) Tant si vens a actuar com si només vols socialitzar i gaudir de l’ambient, ets més que benvingut. Fem música i nous records junts.

Os propongo una actividad basada en comentar relatos/cuentos que hemos escrito en casa con tiempo y calma. Para el domingo 05 de julio vamos a escribir sobre la extraña consigna "¡Comprobémoslo!". Escribe con total libertad usando tu creatividad. Relata, canta, declama lo que te surja del alma. Eso sí con un máximo de **dos páginas** (Arial, 12 pt y 1,15 espacio ). Nos encontraremos en la cafetería viena las 11.30h. Aportación voluntaria al finalizar el encuentro.

Vídeo presentación: [https://youtu.be/alzG1rokS1o](https://youtu.be/alzG1rokS1o) ¡Atención! Enviad vuestros textos para la Revista: (artículos, reseñas, textos de ficción, etc.) **[https://letraheridos.es/colaboraciones/](https://letraheridos.es/colaboraciones/)** Empezaremos puntuales, así que no tardéis :) Encuentro para amantes de la literatura. Escritores, lectores o simplemente curiosos. Usuario en **Goodreads** con nuestras lecturas: [https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/108384464-letraheridos](https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/108384464-letraheridos) Pedimos a los participantes que traigan un libro de lectura reciente que les haya emocionado o impactado. En vez de un club de lectura donde todos leemos el mismo libro y lo comentamos, cada uno trae una propuesta para recomendar a los demás. Ocasionalmente compartimos escritos. http://photos3.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/7/9/7/2/600_455971090.jpeg

At **The Book Club**, you can meet smart, loving, and ambitious individuals that care about their personal growth and future. ❤️We are dedicated to creating a safe space to hold deep, respectful, and loving conversations & connections.❤️ * Bring a book that impacted your life and beliefs. * Even if you don't have a book with you, you are still welcome to come and join us to learn and share your ideas. * Everyone with Positive Intentions is welcome! * Discussions are usually in English \*\*Planning - NO MORE ENTRIES ALLOWED AFTER 18:15 \*\* PLEASE RVPS on meetup and update your attendance if something changes * 18:00 - Gathering and Getting to know each other * 18:15 - Starting the book/deep conversations * 19:40 to 19:55 - End of Conversations + Debrief * 19:55 - Hugs and/or Good-byes We usually sit on the ground in the park, so we recommend you to bring a blanket, pillow or something comfortable to sit on and now that it is a bit colder also something to keep you warm. Also, feel free to bring a mini snacks for yourself (or if you want to share, like nuts or fruit) **Location:** Please check the Meetup location (pin) on Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZoYxafoC5hYRHBZe7 The exact location, as always, will be sent in our whatsapp group on the same day, usually between 15 and 5 minutes before the event starts. The park is not big, we will always be in part of the park closer to the metro station Arc de Triumph or Marina station, April/May 2026 update: there are some construction works so we will be a bit more "inside" the park check the Google Maps link for a very good estimate of the exact location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZoYxafoC5hYRHBZe7 How to recognize us: you will see a white and green blanket with at least one book on it and at least another blanket. In the very unlikely case something changes or if you can´t find us, **Join our WhatsApp group to connect with us!** [Join Our WhatsApp Group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HLtdFaaBCiK9bpmNvhQijm) **( We don't spam, promised.).** **IMPORTANT:** ️️️ If you realize you can’t make it, I kindly ask you to cancel your participation at least 1 hour before the event. This really helps me offer the spot to someone else and avoids me traveling for nothing, as I don’t live nearby. Thank you so much for your understanding On rainy days we go to a café, I ask everyone to please order at least one drink. I don’t have any agreements with cafés—we simply want to be respectful guests, avoid any issues, and keep the option open to return to places we enjoy in the future. **Make sure to also follow us on Instagram for Past events photos:** [Follow us on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/thebookclubbcn/) @thebookclubbcn *\*By attending to our Events you automatically consent to have your pictures taken and shared for promotional purposes.* *\*The Book Club is a safe & positive space for everyone to share and grow together, we do not allow the consumption of alcohol or smoking during the event.*

🍄 En este encuentro vamos a activar el juego de cartas 'Seamos como los hongos', de Yasmine Ostendorf-Rodríguez. Cada carta está ilustrada con distintos hongos y contiene una enseñanza, una pregunta, un hecho fúngico o un ejercicio inspirados en el mundo Funga. Los grandes maestros que son los hongos serán nuestros guías para diseñar calendarios cíclicos, pensar en sistemas de intercambio no monetarios, hacer mapas especulativos y más. 🍄 Helen(a) Torres es socióloga, traductora y profesora. Su trabajo se centra en las articulaciones entre lenguaje, artes y políticas desde perspectivas feministas y anticoloniales. Facilita talleres de fabulación especulativa y seminarios centrados en el trabajo de Donna Haraway, de quien ha traducido la mayoría de sus obras y alrededor de cuyas propuestas desarrolla proyectos artísticos y de investigación. Actualmente es doctoranda en el Departamento de Historia del Arte de la Universidad de Barcelona con una tesis sobre bioarte. Info e inscripción: lamalinchelibreria@gmail.com 💌

La propuesta de esta actividad es ir a ver *“Crimen y castigo”*, versión libre de la novela de Fiódor Dostoievski creada por el cineasta finlandés Aki Kaurismäki. La proyección será en la Filmoteca en versión original con subtítulos en castellano. Importante: cada persona gestiona su entrada. Entrada general, 4 euros Entrada reducida, 3 euros Puedes gestionar la entrada en este enlace: https://www.filmoteca.cat/web/ca/film/rikos-ja-rangaistus * CRIMEN Y CASTIGO Título original: Rikos ja rangaistu Dirección: Aki KaurismäkiGuión: Aki Kaurismäki y Pauli PenttiHistoria de Fiódor Dostoievsk Reparto: Markku Toikka, Aino Seppo, Esko Nikkari, Hannu Lauri, Ollo Tuominen, Matti Pellonpää, Pentti Auer Sinopsis Adaptación de la novela homónima de Dostoievski ambientada en la Finlandia actual Un ex-estudiante de derecho, que trabaja en un matadero, irrumpe en el apartamento de un hombre de negocios y lo mata aparentemente sin motivos. En ese momento llega Eva y aconseja al asesino que escape * Año : 1983 Finlandia 93 minutos VOSE

Un espacio para tejer y entretejer la cultura a través de las palabras, la música y las ideas. Emociones y experiencias que resuenan en el corazón. Poemas, canciones, monólogos, lecturas, pruebas nuevas o viejas favoritas: todo cabe mientras quieras subir al escenario a compartir y compartirte. **Cómo funciona:** * 🎟️ **Plazas limitadas** * ✍️ Para participar, debes **llegar al inicio del evento y registrarte en persona con los organizadores** * ⏱️ Cada participante dispone de **7 minutos en el escenario** * 🎭 Público bienvenido durante todo el evento * 🎟️ **Entrada gratuita** * ☕ **Consumo mínimo requerido** para apoyar al espacio y al proyecto Ven a escuchar, a participar o simplemente a disfrutar del ambiente. Un micrófono abierto, una sala atenta y ganas de compartir.

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Saturday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 10AM on Saturday mornings. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 10:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros. 10:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 11:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 11A-11:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Saturday!

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, February 11 at Streetlight Guild. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. **SCHEDULE:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.

**Our July novel is: *Listen for the Lie* by Amy Tintera** **This month’s novel was named one of the best books of 2024. It’s a domestic thriller with crime, mystery, and murder, told from women’s perspectives. The story includes a detective, an unreliable narrator, and plenty of suspense. The book is 352 pages in print and 9 hours and 18 minutes on audiobook.** What if you thought you murdered your best friend? And if everyone else thought so too? And what if the truth doesn't matter? After Lucy is found wandering the streets, covered in her best friend Savvy’s blood, everyone thinks she is a murderer. Lucy and Savvy were the golden girls of their small Texas town: pretty, smart, and enviable. Lucy married a dream guy with a big ring and an even bigger new home. Savvy was the social butterfly loved by all, and if you believe the rumors, especially popular with the men in town. It’s been years since that horrible night, a night Lucy can’t remember anything about, and she has since moved to LA and started a new life. But now the phenomenally huge hit true crime podcast "Listen for the Lie," and its too-good looking host Ben Owens, have decided to investigate Savvy’s murder for the show’s second season. Lucy is forced to return to the place she vowed never to set foot in again to solve her friend’s murder, even if she is the one that did it. The truth is out there, if we just listen.

Greetings writers! Come down and join your fellow wordsmiths for one hour of uninterrupted writing time in the upper level of the Market District Supermarket in Upper Arlington. The main entrance of the shopping center opens onto stairs/elevator leading up to the 2nd floor cafe section where we will have a table displaying a sign with the Shut Up & Write logo. Writing is largely a solitary craft. Practicing with others in a community setting may be the thing you need to fire your own routine. We’ll meet on Wednesday evenings, starting the clock at 6:30, following a brief period of introductions. This is solid writing time and all inclusive. Any project is acceptable, be it fiction, non -fiction, work or homework assignment. All is welcome and will remain private to you. The market boasts a Starbucks, a full service bar and various affordable food options. Parking is plentiful, free Wifi is provided as well as outlets for charging your devices, though they are somewhat limited, so plan accordingly. Show up as early as you like, or stay late. This group tends to socialize some, both before and after the alloted time, but this is not mandatory to you. Feel free to come and go as you please and late arrivals are welcome. The cafe may be noisy on occasion so headphones/ earbuds are reccommended as you see fit. Please try to RSVP if possible so that we may grab enough seats for all—the venue can be busy at times. Feel free to message me privately wth any questions and/ or concerns you may have. Happy writing!

This month we’ll be reading Masters of Death by Olivie Blake. Feel free to attend even if you don’t finish the book!

Let’s meet and discuss John Updike's Rabbit, Run, the first in his series of four novels following the life, hopes, and disappointments of former local basketball star, Harry "Rabbit" Angstrom, as he fitfully confronts and evades adulthood.