DO YOU LOVE TO READ? DO YOU LOVE TO TALK ABOUT THE BOOKS YOU'VE READ? If so, then we'd love to have you become a member of The Bookies! We are a diverse group comprised of young, in between, old, male, and female members. Our meetings are he…

“ Hi! My name is Jenn Valluzzo, and I have been living in Knoxville since November. I'm looking forward to meeting new people and reading some great books! ”

“ I love to read anything and everything. I usually carry something to read in my purse just in case I am somewhere and that opportunity arises. ”

“ Hi, I'm Erin and I LOVE to read, I have been looking for a group like this since I graduated from college. I love the classics, chic lit, sci fi, anything really. I think that so much more can be gained from a book when you discuss it ”

“ Hello! I just love to read all kinds of books. Mainly fiction, but I love others too. I just hope to meet people who share my intrest. ”

“ I am a writer, life coach, seminar developer, and business entrepreneur. I wear many, many, hats! ”

“ Hi, my Name is Courtney and I am a stay at home mom who loves to read. Now that I stay home I am not using my brain as much as I like too (minus the random crossword or sudoku puzzle) and I have been looking for a reading group for a few months now. ”

“ Hello! I I have always been known as a bit of a bookworm. I carry books with me where I go because hey, I never know when I'll have a bit of time to cram some reading in. I especially love books with very strong and dark subjects such as Chuck Pahlan ”

“ I am an Elementary school teacher and mom of 3 little girls and would love to find time to actually read something besides Fancy Nancy or SkippyJohn Jones-although they are great too! ”

“ I love to read and I love meeting people. I am new to Knoxville and don't know anyone here. I think this group would be a great place to make some new friends. ”

“ I am a former Spanish teacher who loves life, all things Hispanic and saving money! ”

“ I love to read, and would like to meet some people, with whom I can talk to and share my interests and the wonderful world of reading. I can't wait to begin this group! I would enjoy the interesting conversations on the different books. ”

“ Hi! With working full time, I haven't been reading nearly as much as I used to. I'd really love to get back into reading and to be able to chat with people about the books I've read. Plus, it's always great to meet new people with similar interest ”

“ I am looking forward to being surround by other women and bonding. I love to read and talk so sharing in an experience and communicating about what I'm reading and thinking is exciting.I am also new to the area, so this is a good way of meeting peo ”

“ I absolutely love to read.....and I'm pretty eclectic in what I read. I'd love to be able to talk to others that share the same love of reading. ”

“ I love everything about cooking, baking and eating!! I am a single mom, who would love afterschool playdates and weekend plydates. i have a now 7 year old son. ”

“ I would like to meet with others who may be experiencing what I am going through. ”

“ i love to read, and i'm interested in meeting other people who share this interest. it'd be nice to have something besides the pop-up suggestions on amazon.com and npr book reviews to recommend new selections. ”

“ Well I've always wanted to join a reading group but never really had the time to do it, so now I do! I love reading. I do it every night, but it would be nice to be able discuss what I've read with others who have read it too. This seems a nice co ”

“ Sounds fun! Had a book club in my neighborhood that fizzled. Would like to join another. ”

“ Having good conversation is something I enjoy. Laughter is truly the best medicine. ”

“ New to TN, would love to join a networking group/club to share my list of interests and make new friends. ”

“ My life is happiness, what can I say! I enjoy getting out to meet people. All of the members of our meetup are friends and its a great way to enjoy living! ”

“ a movie and dinner club ”

“ My latest addiction is geocaching, but I still have some other interests :) ”

“ Any open minded group of individuals who enjoy discussing anything and everything...especially books ”

“ looking for a group that meets at Borders Turkey Creek ”

“ I am a 30 yo professional, single from knoxville, TN. I am easy going and very adventurous. I like to push myself and try new things as much as I can. My interests includes reading, hiking,tennis, gym, movies(action,love,drama), cook. ”

“ My name is Melissa I am 30 year old married woma who loves to read would love to join and meet new people ”

“ My Name is Rita Sexton and I am a local author: My book is titled "My Journey to My Happy House." It's a book of hope, forgiveness and a faith awakening. B97.5's book of the month for May. Amazon.com- read comments/available for speaking engagements. ”

“ I love to read. I like a variety of authors. Just to name a few: Anita Shreve. August Burroughs.Jeffery Eugenides. Would like to meet ppl with similiar interests in books. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I grew up on Dr. Who. Looking for others who are interested in Dr. Who. ”

“ I love to read and would like to be able to share my thoughts on a book with others. I prefer fiction and mysteries. ”

“ I love to read just about anything, though I tend to prefer fiction and mysteries. I am fairly new to the area and would like to meet others who I share interests with. ”

“ I love reading and discussing new ideas and concepts. ”

“ I am a 20 yr old college student looking to meet people who enjoy books and nature just as much as I do. ”

“ Hi, I am new to this group. I enjoy reading books and looking for like minded people who enjoy the same. It will be nice to get together and discuss about some of them and share the thoughts. ”

“ I am new to the area and come from a big city. I would like to find other that enjoy reading and sharing thought about the books read. I love coffee so that might be a great place to start. I can drive to Asheville or Hendersonville to meet. ”

“ I am a sahm that loves to read, scrapbook and photography. I have two children 16 & 18. I would love to meet others and discuss our thoughts and feelings concerning some great books. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love to read and no one else I know likes to, so I end up with no one to share the book with! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love reading and would enjoy meeting new people!! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love reading, discussion and debate. ”

“ Hi, my real name is Malinda, I am 53, divorced for a year. Reading, History, and good fun and laughter is a must! I would love to meet some good friends, and start a life.(since I lost one, gee!) Love chatting and chat online. Get High On life! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I plan to move to Morristown and need to get busy with walking and reading and knitting and school activities etc etc. Busy busy!! ”