Caribbean

[close] This group is intended to create an open share list of fairytales and folktales from the Caribbean and from Africa.

[close] This is group is mainly aimed at those from the Caribbean Diaspora, but it is open to everyone. I have spoken to many in the diaspora who feel disconnected from their roots or who find that they don't know much about the history of their islands and the origins of Caribbean culture. I have started to try and correct that for myself, through reading, and I figured there must be others out there doing the same. So here is a space for us to come together as we learn. We can recommend and discuss the books that we are reading or want to read. The books can be non-fiction or fiction. There's lots to learn from the history genre, but fiction books that are set in the Caribbean, have Caribbean characters or deal with topics related to the diaspora are fair game here. If you're not from the diaspora but are interested in our history then you are very welcome here.

[close] Reading takes you places. Where in the world will your next book take you? If you love world literature, translated works, travel writing, or exploring the world through books, you have come to the right place! ATW80 began in 2009 as a challenge on TNBBC. The separate group was established in 2011. Anyone can join and participate in the challenges or readings at any time. Challenge participation is not a requirement of joining. Anyone who loves reading books from around the world is welcome here. The main purpose of this group is to travel the world through books, experiencing new authors and cultures along the way. Want to read about the world? We have close to 50,000 books cataloged by setting and more are added each week. I personally started reading around the world in 2008. This venture has introduced me to far off lands, fresh viewpoints, and many new authors I might not have discovered otherwise. Here is a record of my travels since 2009: https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/18478768-diane-s-world-travels-by-book I have worked very hard gathering resources for others to use and coming up with new activities. Please ask permission before copying and please give appropriate credit. The copycatting is getting ridiculous and tiresome. "The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go.” - Dr. Suess “There are too many books I haven’t read, too many places I haven’t seen, too many memories I haven’t kept long enough.” ― Irwin Shaw Globe Stand Photo: Daniel Loiselle/Getty Images

[close] Welcome to Tortuga, home of Ladies of The Night and only the most terrifying pirates. Drink rum, pillage and plunder, and join a crew! Remember, watch out for the Royal Navy!