Book Swap

Need some inspiration and/or dedicated writing time for your current WIP? Grab your laptop or notebook and join us at Simply show up at Laie Bookstore (we'll be upstairs). Feel free to jump into working on your own writing project immediately, or wait until the quiet time starting at 5:30. at 5 pm for a bit of writer chat, before diving into an hour and a half of focused writing time. At 7, we head to a nearby bar to discuss how it all went.

MotoGP is a mainstream championship in Spain and in many other countries in the world. Books on the series have explored the history, the icons, the technology but not many have taken the fan or follower directly into the paddock and all the personalities, engineering and psychology that goes with a motorcycle sport pushing at 225mph. Author **Adam Wheeler** will chat about how and why he wanted to present this enthralling spectacle to wider consciousness with some other journalists. **[ORDER THE BOOK HERE](https://backstorybookshop.shop/product/motorcycle-grand-prix/)** ## About the speaker: **Adam Wheeler** is an award-winning journalist who contributes to the Telegraph, edits and owns On-Track Off-Road magazine, and is part of the Paddock Pass Podcast team. He has been working in and around MotoGP for over twenty years. He lives in Barcelona. ## About the book: ***Motorcycle Grand Prix*** takes readers inside the 75-year-old FIM World Championship — not through race results and lap times, but through the human stories behind them. Each chapter tackles a separate subject, moving from riders and team managers to mechanics, doctors, physiotherapists and engineers, stitching individual perspectives into a bigger picture of what it actually takes to compete at this level. Drawing on exclusive interviews with Pecco Bagnaia, Jorge Martín, Brad Binder and Jack Miller, as well as reflections on Valentino Rossi, Marc Márquez and Cal Crutchlow, Wheeler goes well beyond the paddock gossip. The book covers talent, obsession, injury, and the extraordinary technical arms race between manufacturers — with none of the glamour and all of the reality.

**🇬🇧 The Language Exchange Meetup in Barcelona 🌍** Are you ready for an evening filled with language practice, new friendships, and tons of fun? Join our vibrant community in Barcelona where language enthusiasts gather to enhance their proficiency in various languages and expand their social circles. Embark on a linguistic adventure with us! Our language exchange sessions take place in the heart of the city, within the unique atmosphere of Soda Bus 😉 🗓️ **When**: Every Wednesday at 7pm 📍 **Where**: Jardinet d'Aribau: 133 Aribau street (10 minutes from Diagonal and Hospital Clinic stations) 🆓 **Admission: Free**, with a friendly request to support the venue by ordering a minimum drink (€4). Please, remember that SIGNING UP IS MANDATORY for all the events, thus we can bring enough stickers for everyone. This inclusive event welcomes everyone, so come and mingle with us! (Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.) 📸 We'll seek your permission before capturing any moments on camera. Agreeing to be in a photo means you're okay with us sharing it on social media. 🗣 A friendly host will hand you a sticker with your name, native language, and the language you're eager to practice. Feel free to stick to your mother tongue if you prefer. Let's make language learning a joyous journey! 😊 Our events are published on various platforms so there are always more attendees than those confirmed. **Stay Connected**: 📸 Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/barcelonalanguageexchange/)! 👍 Like our [Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/thefridaylanguageexchange) to see all the albums! 🌐 Discover more about us on [our website](https://speakquick.es). 📱 **Connect on WhatsApp**: [Join the group here](https://chat.whatsapp.com/D3UQm1CAFECGyE5RknlvXQ) See you there for an evening of laughter, language, and lasting friendships. **Come alone, leave with friends!** 🌍🗣️ \-\-\- 🇪🇸 **¡El Intercambio de Idiomas de Barcelona!** 🌍 ¿Estás listo para una velada llena de práctica de idiomas, nuevas amistades y mucha diversión? Únete a nuestra animada comunidad en Barcelona, donde entusiastas de los idiomas se reúnen para mejorar su nivel y ampliar sus círculos sociales. ¡Embárcate en una aventura lingüística con nosotros! Nuestras sesiones de intercambio de idiomas tienen lugar en el corazón de la ciudad, en el ambiente único de Soda Bus 😉 🗓️ **Cuándo**: Todos los miércoles a las 19h. Jardinet d'Aribau: calle Aribau 133 (a 10 minutos de los metros Diagonal y Hospital Clinic) 🆓 **Entrada Gratuita**, solo te pedimos que tomes una consumición mínima (4€). Por favor, recuerda que LA INSCRIPCIÓN ES OBLIGATORIA para todos los eventos, para que podamos llevar suficientes pegatinas para todos. Este evento inclusivo da la bienvenida a todos, así que ¡ven y únete a nosotros! (Los participantes menores de 18 años deben ir acompañados por un adulto.) 📸 Pediremos tu permiso antes de capturar cualquier momento en cámara. Al aceptar estar en una foto, nos permites compartirla en las redes sociales. 🗣 Un anfitrión te entregará una pegatina con tu nombre, idioma nativo y el idioma que deseas practicar. Siéntete libre de hablar en tu lengua materna si lo prefieres. ¡Hagamos del aprendizaje de idiomas un viaje lleno de alegría! 😊 Nuestros eventos se publican en varias plataformas por lo que siempre hay más asistentes que los que aparecen confirmados. **Mantente Conectado**: 📸 ¡Síguenos en [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/barcelonalanguageexchange/)! 👍 ¡Dale 'me gusta' a nuestra [página de Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/thefridaylanguageexchange), para ver todos los álbumes! 🌐 Descubre más sobre nosotros en [nuestra web](https://speakquick.es). 📱 **Conéctate en WhatsApp**: [Únete al grupo aquí](https://chat.whatsapp.com/D3UQm1CAFECGyE5RknlvXQ) Nos vemos para una tarde de risas, idiomas y amistades duraderas. **¡Ven solo, márchate con amigos!** 🌍🗣️

Xerrem en petits grups sobre temes del nostre dia a dia o d'interes comú mentre prenem un cafe o esmorçem. Las consumisions no tenen res a veure amb Vennmón. si voleu més informació envieu un whatsapp al 630991609 (Núria)

L'intercanvi lingüístic es inglès/català-castellà. Els horaris son de 11h à 13h. El cost per sesió es de 4 Euros.

No slides. No speaker. No agenda. Just developers talking shop over a cold one. This is an informal gathering for engineers, founders, and builders who are deep in the agentic coding trenches — using tools like Cursor, Windsurf, Claude Code, OpenCode, or rolling their own agent pipelines. Come swap what's actually working, what blew up in production, and what you're excited about right now. We'll be at Barcelona, and the format is simple: show up, grab a drink, and share what you know. Bring a laptop if you want to show something, but it's not required. WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GVS0bHMPIzID3Ch9lt6YsU?mode=gi_t **What we talk about (but not limited to):** *Agentic coding workflows and tooling - Prompt engineering & context engineering in practice *Multi-agent architectures and orchestration - AI-native product building *What's broken in the ecosystem and how you're working around it **Who should come:** Developers, technical founders, and AI engineers who build with (or on top of) LLMs. All levels welcome — senior devs with war stories and curious beginners both make the conversation better. **Format:** Open conversation, round-table style. Everyone teaches, everyone learns.

✅ WHATSAPP GROUP: [https://tinyurl.com/4e57pjzv](https://tinyurl.com/4e57pjzv) ✅[www.barcelonainternationalsocial.com](www.barcelonainternationalsocial.com) ✅Instagram:[https://www.instagram.com/barcelonainternationalsocial?igsh=MWt3M2lqaHp4bDdlbA==](https://www.instagram.com/barcelonainternationalsocial?igsh=MWt3M2lqaHp4bDdlbA==) 🇬🇧🎶 NEW: MUSIC BINGO 🎶 Get ready for a Music Bingo where the music decides your fate 🎧 🕐 Duration: approx. 1 hour 🎵 60 songs in total Instead of numbers, you’ll have a card with songs and artists 👆How it works: ✅ Pick up your card when you arrive ✅ Listen to song snippets 🎶 ✅ Mark the ones you recognize ✅ Shout BINGO! and win prizes 🏆 💥 2 ROUNDS: Round 1: Recent hits Round 2: All-time classics 🚫 Using Shazam or other apps is not allowed 😉 🎁 MONTHLY GIVEAWAY 🎁 By participating in the event, you automatically enter: 🏄‍♂️ Monthly giveaway: Paddle Surf for 2 people The more you come, the more chances you have! 🙂 Perfect event to come alone or with friends Great for meeting international people The place is huge! It has POOL, DARTS 🎯 and TERRACE!!! Good background music, drinks, food and a VARIETY OF FREE TAPAS 🌮 SPECIAL offers for our group: SANGRIA & CAVA SANGRIA🍷 ✅ JAMBOREE DISCO (FREE) from 11:55pm until 1am Gueslist: THUNDER LIST ⚡/MEETUP ______________________________________________ 🇪🇸🎶 NUEVO: BINGO MUSICAL 🎶 Prepárate para un Music Bingo donde la música decide tu suerte 🎧 🕐 Duración: aprox. 1 hora 🎵 60 canciones en total En lugar de números, tendrás un cartón con canciones y artistas 👆Cómo funciona: ✅Recoge tu cartón al llegar ✅Escucha los fragmentos de canciones 🎶 ✅Marca las que reconozcas ✅¡Grita BINGO! y gana premios 🏆 💥 2 RONDAS: Ronda 1: Hits recientes Ronda 2: Clásicos de todos los tiempos 🚫 No está permitido usar Shazam u otras apps 😉 🎁 SORTEO MENSUAL 🎁 Participando en el evento entras automáticamente en un: 🏄‍♂️ Sorteo mensual: Paddle Surf para 2 personas ¡Cuantas más veces vengas, más oportunidades tendrás!🙂 Evento Ideal para venir solo o con amigos Perfecto para conocer gente internacional ¡El lugar es enorme! Tiene POOL, DARDOS🎯 y TERRAZA! Buena música ambiental, bebidas, comida y VARIEDAD DE TAPAS GRATIS🌮 Ofertas ESPECIALES para nuestro grupo: SANGRIA & CAVA SANGRIA 🍹 ✅ JAMBOREE DISCO (FREE) desde las 24h a 1am Lista: THUNDER LIST ⚡/MEETUP

[Follow us on Instagram! ](https://www.instagram.com/bcnchatnchapters?igsh=aXkycTJsdTNzaHN3) 📷 [Join our WhatsApp group!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HGcQUlOiwM69tuPm6hBwNt) 📞 Are you guilty of collecting books without finishing them? Struggling to carve out time to delve into that novel you started ages ago? Distractions abound or work piling up? Well, here's a beautiful opportunity: Dive into a unique experience with our Reading Party concept, as featured in the **NY Times**. Picture this: an hour of silent reading followed by lively discussions about the books we've brought along. It's not your typical book club—it's a chance to dust off those neglected novels and party with fellow bookworms! Join Barcelona Reading Party every **two Sundays** at **CRAI UPF** in **CIUTADELLA**. Sunday's is perfect for those who would like to relax before the new work week! Leave your phone on silent and immerse yourself in the joy of reading. Here's the plan: 📕 ***5:00 PM - Arrival*** Arrive early, chat with fellow book lovers, and perhaps snag the best reading spot. 👓 ***5:10 PM - 6:10 PM - Reading Time*** Quietly dive into your book of choice. Feel free to join in whenever you arrive. 📚 ***6:10 PM - 7:10 PM - Book Chats*** Engage in lively conversations about your current reads with other attendees. It's like speed dating, but for bookworms! **Don't forget to bring your book!** *It's a chance to connect with fellow book lovers, swap literary treasures, and engage in thought-provoking discussions in a cozy setting. All are welcome, whether you're a seasoned reader or just starting your literary journey. Get ready for an evening filled with books, tea, and stimulating conversations.*

The climate emergency will not be solved by reading books. But by coming together to read, to educate ourselves, to share what we learn with friends and family, and to take action in our corner of the world we can be a small part of the wave of change humanity desperately needs. Sound like something you want to be a part of? We’d love to have you. Join the Climate Action Book Club this month to read It’s Not That Radical by Mikaela Loach, the young Jamaica-born British activist and author. She’s an infectious and inspiring voice who will get you excited to take action. This event is free, but please get your copy from the wonderful English bookstore that hosts our book club meetings, Backstory. To cover Meetup fees, we also request a €1 donation per attendee. You are welcome (even encouraged) to join us even if you haven't read the book but want to hear and join the discussion about it. Feel free to bring a friend, too. Hope to see you!

Con este club queremos ofrecer un espacio que recupere y reivindique la producción poética. Una vez al mes nos reuniremos para comentar y leer en voz alta los poemas del libro escogido para cada sesión. El tercer libro seleccionado es 'Río herido' de @cerquitadelasnubes, editado por @estonoesberlin. 🏞️ Acerca del libro: Con 'Río herido' (2016), el primer libro de Daniela Catrileo, la autora inauguró una voz marcada por la memoria, el territorio y la identidad. Posteriormente publicó 'Guerra florida' (2018), reconocido con el Premio Municipal de Literatura de Santiago, y la novela 'Piñen' (2019), distinguida por el Ministerio de las Culturas como Mejor Obra Literaria de su país. 'Chilco' (2023) consolidó su proyección dentro de la literatura latinoamericana contemporánea y ha sido traducida a varios idiomas. ¡Les esperamos! 🌸

A fun, challenging & diverse movie trivia quiz in conjunction with the release of an independent illustrated book of film facts. Hosted by[ ](http://johnrooneyillustration.com/)**[John Rooney Illustration](http://johnrooneyillustration.com/)** **About the author:** John Rooney is an illustrator from Derry, Ireland. He hasn't stopped drawing since the age of three. His art is inspired by interesting people, nature & wildlife, architecture, cult films, comic books, 1980's cartoons and those big space ships from Star Wars. He has lived in Berlin, New York, New Zealand, Dublin and has now settled in Barcelona as a full time freelance illustrator & designer. He does not plan to stop drawing anytime soon. **About the book:** **'An Illustrated Book of Pointless Movie Facts'** A book every film buff will relish! Choc full of surprising and pointless facts illustrated by self confessed movie nut and artist John Rooney. Do you know what actors were originally supposed to play the ghostbusters? Or which film first showed a toilet flushing on screen? Discover the answers and learn many more silly film facts flicking through this humourlessly illustrated one of a kind book.

**🇬🇧 The Language Exchange Meetup in Barcelona 🌍** Are you ready for an evening filled with language practice, new friendships, and tons of fun? Join our vibrant community in Barcelona where language enthusiasts gather to enhance their proficiency in various languages and expand their social circles. 🗓️ **When**: Every Thursday at 7pm 📍 **Where**: Space Cowboy: 31 Carders street (5 minutes from Jaume I or 8 minutes from Arc de Triomf station) Embark on a linguistic adventure with us! Our language exchange sessions take place in the heart of the city, within the unique atmosphere of Space Cowboy 🤠 🆓 **Admission: Free**, with a friendly request to support the venue by ordering a minimum drink (€4). This inclusive event welcomes everyone, so come and mingle with us! (Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.) 📸 We'll seek your permission before capturing any moments on camera. Agreeing to be in a photo means you're okay with us sharing it on social media. 🗣 A friendly host will hand you a sticker with your name, native language, and the language you're eager to practice. Feel free to stick to your mother tongue if you prefer. Let's make language learning a joyous journey! 😊 **Stay Connected**: 📸 Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/barcelonalanguageexchange/)! 👍 Like our [Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/thefridaylanguageexchange) to see all the albums! 🌐 Discover more about us on [our website](https://speakquick.es). 📱 **Connect on WhatsApp**: [Join the group here](https://chat.whatsapp.com/D175hLd5PNSLed7e6dPWto) See you there for an evening of laughter, language, and lasting friendships. **Come alone, leave with friends!** 🌍🗣️ \-\-\- 🇪🇸 **¡El Intercambio de Idiomas de Barcelona!** 🌍 ¿Estás listo para una velada llena de práctica de idiomas, nuevas amistades y mucha diversión? Únete a nuestra animada comunidad en Barcelona, donde entusiastas de los idiomas se reúnen para mejorar su nivel y ampliar sus círculos sociales. 🗓️ **Cuándo**: Todos los jueves a las 19h. 📍 **Dónde**: Space Cowboy: calle Carders 31 (a 5 minutos del metros Jaume I o a 8 min de Arc de Triomf) ¡Embárcate en una aventura lingüística con nosotros! Nuestras sesiones de intercambio de idiomas tienen lugar en el corazón de la ciudad, en el ambiente único de Space Cowboy 🤠 🆓 **Entrada Gratuita**, solo te pedimos que tomes una consumición mínima (4€). Este evento inclusivo da la bienvenida a todos, así que ¡ven y únete a nosotros! (Los participantes menores de 18 años deben ir acompañados por un adulto.) 📸 Pediremos tu permiso antes de capturar cualquier momento en cámara. Al aceptar estar en una foto, nos permites compartirla en las redes sociales. 🗣 Un anfitrión te entregará una pegatina con tu nombre, idioma nativo y el idioma que deseas practicar. Siéntete libre de hablar en tu lengua materna si lo prefieres. ¡Hagamos del aprendizaje de idiomas un viaje lleno de alegría! 😊 **Mantente Conectado**: 📸 ¡Síguenos en [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/barcelonalanguageexchange/)! 👍 ¡Dale 'me gusta' a nuestra [página de Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/thefridaylanguageexchange), para ver todos los álbumes! 🌐 Descubre más sobre nosotros en [nuestra web](https://speakquick.es). 📱 **Conéctate en WhatsApp**: [Únete al grupo aquí](https://chat.whatsapp.com/D175hLd5PNSLed7e6dPWto) Nos vemos para una tarde de risas, idiomas y amistades duraderas. **¡Ven solo, márchate con amigos!** 🌍🗣️

Es **imprescindible** reservar tu plaza en: [Habitar el movimiento - Mayo](https://entradium.com/events/habitar-el-movimiento-mayo) **Día:** Jueves 14 de mayo **Hora:** de 19:00 a 20:30h **Sede:** [Barra/Llibre](https://www.instagram.com/barrallibrebcn/?hl=es) (Carrer de Riego 13 / Plaça d'Osca, Sants) Cualquier duda, escríbenos a **[info@ciempies.es](info@ciempies.es)** En Instagram [ciempies.talleres](https://www.instagram.com/ciempies.talleres/) **Habitar el movimiento** ¿Te apetecería formar parte de un laboratorio de lectura y escritura donde el álbum ilustrado nos invite a explorar lo que significarme moverse, por dentro y por fuera? A través de la palabra y la imagen nos acercaremos a historias que hablen de viajes, migración, encuentros y transformaciones. Abriremos preguntas sobre la identidad, la pertenencia, la memoria y la forma en que miramos (y nos dejamos mirar) por las otras personas. Aquí no solo comentaremos libros: nos dejaremos tocar por ellos. Observaremos con calma, leeremos entre líneas y también escribiremos. La escritura será una forma de explorar nuestros propios movimientos internos, sin necesidad de experiencia previa, solo con curiosidad y apertura. Te esperamos para regalarnos un tiempo de lectura en voz alta, para mirar y escuchar en compañía, conversar y escribir. Un espacio cuidado, íntimo y sin juicio. Habrá café, té o refresco para acompañar la experiencia.

**Our May novel is: *The Quiet Librarian* by Allen Eskens** **This month’s book is set in the 20th century and mixes historical fiction with suspense and thriller elements. It also centers on women’s stories and relationships. The novel is 368 pages in print or 8 hours and 12 minutes on audiobook.** Hana Babic is a quiet, middle-aged librarian in Minnesota who wants nothing more than to be left alone. But when a detective arrives with the news that her best friend has been murdered, Hana knows that something evil has come for her, a dark remnant of the past she and her friend had shared. Thirty years before, Hana was someone else: Nura Divjak, a teenager growing up in the mountains of war-torn Bosnia—until Serbian soldiers arrived to slaughter her entire family before her eyes. The events of that day thrust Nura into the war, leading her to join a band of militia fighters, where she became not only a fierce warrior but a legend—the deadly Night Mora. But a shattering final act forced Nura to flee to the United States with a bounty on her head\*\*.\*\*

The theme for May is Thriller. • The book we will be discussing is A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson. (determined by votes from April Book Club. Let me know if you'd like a free digital copy of the book) • This event will be at the main library. Feel free to come whether or not you've started or finished the book. • Small snacks will be provided. You're welcome to bring your own snacks & drinks too! Let me know if you’d like to volunteer to bring snacks or drinks for the group.

Join us for our May Book Club gathering where we will come together to discuss *[Cantoras](https://caroderobertis.com/books/cantoras/)*[ ](https://caroderobertis.com/books/cantoras/)by [Caro de Robertis](https://caroderobertis.com/bio/) in a safe and welcoming environment. Make new friends who share your passion for books and connect with fellow LGBTQ book enthusiasts.

Join us for lunch/tea at Asterisk Supper Club to discuss our May book "Under the Oak Tree" by Suji Kim Lady Maximilian is the daughter of the powerful Duke Croyso, but she is rarely allowed outside her family’s sprawling castle for fear that her stutter will tarnish their noble name. When she is forced to marry Sir Riftan, a lowborn knight caught in one of her father’s schemes, Maxi doesn’t dare hope for happiness, let alone love. Her stumbling communication and his gruff manner sour their relationship before it can begin, and Riftan leaves without a word the morning after their vows are exchanged. Now, three years after their disastrous wedding night, Riftan has returned as a war hero. To Maxi’s surprise, despite rumors that he was offered marriage to Princess Agnes, a beautiful and renowned sorceress, Riftan still wants Maxi for his wife. And when he comes to claim her, his longing becomes a desire that bewilders Maxi, even as she is overcome by the scorching heat that Riftan’s presence ignites within her. As she learns to navigate the intricacies of her new life, Maxi will find herself and her courage, and discover that she is anything but powerless.

This month we’ll be reading Agnes Aubert’s Mystical Cat Shelter by Heather Fawcett. Feel free to come and chat even if you don’t finish the book!