This activity involves participants selecting and bringing a personally meaningful book to a gathering. The book serves as a focal point for discussion, sharing, and connection, often through prompts or activities designed to explore themes, favorite passages, or personal resonances. For instance, participants might share why they chose their book, read a favorite excerpt, or discuss how the book has impacted them.
Such gatherings foster a sense of community and shared learning through literature. They provide a platform for individuals to explore their literary tastes, connect with others over shared interests, and gain new perspectives on familiar or unfamiliar works. While the specific origins are difficult to trace, this type of activity likely emerged from established book club traditions and informal social gatherings centered around literary discussion.