This will be a thematically broad reading group. We may take suggested books from other groups, but we will not be bound by any list, nor wil I lead the discussion with a lineup of pre-formed questions for "reading groups." Let the questions and te…

“ Hi, My name is Sue and I am currently a mortgage broker. Needless to say I have some time on my hands and I want to get more involved pursuing things that I enjoy or want to learn more about. I'm a homeowner in Benton Park, love dogs & the outdoors. ”

“ I moved to St. Louis from Orlando, FL about a year ago. I work in a very small office (3 people) so meeting people is very hard. I love good restaurants and good wine. I love discovering new things and new places. ”

“ I have lived in Missouri for three years. Originally from the Alabama & North Carolina. I still miss the South. I have an incredible husband of seven years and a beautiful 10-month old girl. Life has been good to me. I am very happy & healthy! ”

“ 42 years old, mother of a teenager and dog owner. Paralegal at a busy law firm. Enjoy creative writing, the arts, npr, design, all things outdoors, books, intelligent conversation, being social and live music of all kinds. Easygoing and kind. ”

“ I'm married with 2 grown sons. No grandchildren :( . I love to read. I love cats. I lost my 16 year old gray tabby a few years ago and I'm still sad. I work in a children's library and love it and all my kids. I would like to meet new people. ”

“ I love having honest and open discussion about spiritual questions that relate to God. I want to facilitate a context where people can broaden their understanding through non-confrontational conversation and engage with genuine doubts about God. I re ”

“ a caring group of people smart and intellectual dining out and likes group activities ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I enjoy creating outfits of my favorite anime and video games characters ”

“ Hey, I'm Shay and I live in North County. I am in love with wizard rock and fanfiction. I play guitar in a wizard rock band and I'm hoping to make friends with Harry Potter fans here in St.Louis. ”

“ I love to read and miss book discussion since graduating college. I'm a book dork. =) ”

“ Hello everyone. My name is Gene and I am a physical therapist. I love reading and look forward to opportunities to discuss what I have read with others. ”

“ I'm the author of Talk to Me, a Christian fiction romance between Noel Richardson and deaf church interpreter, Mackenzie Norton. Read excerpts at www.TalktoMeBook.blogspot.com or visit www.patsimmons.net. Available wherever books are sold. ”

“ Looking to meet up with folks for coffee or meals and talk. I like to get out on weekends, go places, do things, and would welcome company! ”

“ I've been out of college for about a year now and just got my own place in South City. I have an active social life, but I'm always up for making new friends. I like to surround myself with open-minded, fun, intellegent people of all backgrounds. ”

“ Hey I'm Cristina, I'm excited to meet new people in St. Louis. I'm recently married. I enjoy lots of stuff and love to try new things. ”

“ Science Fiction Lovers ”

“ Hi, my name is Katherine and I really like the idea of this group. I do boot camp a few days a week myself and really do enjoy it. At first I thought, "What was I thinking" but afterward realized how empowering it is. ”

“ Hi! I'm Jessica...from St. Charles and would really love to get involved in a book club!! ”

“ I am a college student at SIUE and I work part time. I love to read and discuss books with others. Books allow me to escape from my busy life and find time for myself. I hope to meet new people who love to read too! Look forward to meeting you! ”

“ I love to read, and have always been interested in a book club. Glad I found the time to join. Diane ”

“ Lets make a group people! ”

“ Hi, I'm Kelly. I'm also a college student who enjoys reading. ”

“ Hi, What are people reading these days. I mostly read fiction and rather than tread the path of what's popular, I browse the new book shelf to see what I can discover that no else is talking about. Is there a book club that has a causal format? ”

“ Hello! My name is Amanda. I love to read just about everything. I'm a crazy Jane Austen fan. I teach high school English, Drama, & Creative Writing. ”

“ I'm Kim. New to StL from Fla. Married, with custody of my 10yo nephew whose Mom died. I have a Master's in Social Work, specialize in oncology, and love to read, but haven't had time in years. Hoping to now & to meet people. Looking forward to this. ”

“ Hi! My name is Kayla, I am a college student who loves reading. ”

“ Hi, I'm Kate. I'm 23, sort of new to the area and looking to meet some people and read some good books. I'm a graphic designer with a big law firm here in town. Could use some friends since my boyfriend is a pilot and out of town a lot. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because its a great way to get out and meet new people! ”

“ Hi, I'm Dina. I'm 35, divorced, and moving to the South County area in a month. I'm a nursing home inspector and I investigate abuse and neglect in nursing homes. I love to read! I'm looking forward to meeting new people!! ”

“ Hi, my name is Jen. I'm 33, married & live in Dggtown (South City). I already host a book club, but it's members are old & dear friends, who have given up on reading! I'm looking forward to meeting other people who love to read & share ideas! ”

“ Hello! I just moved to the St Louis area in November, and I am huge into ATCs and other art... I may be interested in starting an atc meetup but I work all the time...! I will go to meetups though! ”

“ I moved here last year and am ready to get out and meet people. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would love to meet other parents. I can have someone to talk to while my little boys meet new friends too! ”

“ hello I' Sherrie,53, widow. I'm looking forward to this. I just need to know when and where and what the book is. I'm a Gradute of Marycrest college,1985, journalist, english lit... ”

“ I just moved to the STL area and I would love a chance to meet people who are friendly and outgoing. ”

“ Hello! I've just received my MBA and am looking forward to reading anything that is not a textbook. ”