Different books, one book club: a free 20-minute meeting plan

Here is a free 20-minute first-meeting plan for two to six readers who bring different books. Everyone can talk about a book they have started, finished or would like to share. Listening or passing is welcome.

0–3 minutes — agree to avoid endings, twists and late-story explanations. Choose someone to keep an eye on the time.
3–15 minutes — give each reader up to two minutes to introduce their book and choose one prompt below. With fewer than six people, use the spare time for follow-up questions.
15–18 minutes — notice a connection between the books, such as a setting, mood or question. Keep to details already shared.
18–20 minutes — each person notes one title, question or detail to carry into their next reading break. Choose whether to meet again with different books or a shared title.

Four prompts to choose from.
1) What made you open this book at this moment?
2) Describe one place, object or idea without giving away the plot.
3) When would you most want to return to this book — a quiet morning, a journey or another moment?
4) What are you wondering about so far? Readers who know the answer can listen without confirming it.

The timings are a starting point; give a larger group more time. There is no shared reading deadline or purchase requirement.

An optional, separate physical gift — our Reading Frog listing offers one 11 oz mug at $29.99 (Service For 1), or one Frog mug plus one Raven mug at $49.98 total (Service For 2). The pair contains two different illustrations. Prices are before coupons and checkout tax, with standard shipping included for supported US addresses. The mugs are printed to order and may arrive separately. Books, printed cards and a gift box are not included. Check the live delivery and return terms before paying.

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Gleb Zaitsev Studio prepared this original agenda and prompts with AI assistance. The mug illustrations were also developed with AI tools. The free meeting plan is separate from shop purchases.