[close] This group focuses on books written by or about African-Americans in many different genres though we focus on historical fiction and classics.

[close] The Cocoon serves to function as a gathering point for readers of all genres (except Erotica and Porn) to share what they're reading, discuss books/authors with no fear of criticism or snobbery. Whether you're dedicated to a genre or an eclectic reader, this a group more about reading habits and the shared experience of being a reader as a opposed to a strict book club . Think of it as an informal book forum for those of you who long to chat books, but have limited time or don't want to feel lost in a huge group. It's about quality of experience as opposed to quantity of member. All Genres (with the exclusion of Erotica, Kink & related) are allowed, in order to make this family friendly All ages. Features Include: NO official books of the month Currently Reading Bookshelf Is a List FYI of recently released books that you might be interested in reading. Each member can have their own folder to keep track of TBR, books read, schedule reading, buddy reads, something you have written (active members to self promote your writing/books please use your own folder), etc. Join challenges created (or create your own in your own folder) to track your reading goals. Join buddy/series reads or start a new one. Authors we ask you not to join the group just to promote your work. As this group is not for promotion but a social gathering.

[close] This group helps to bring Reviewers and Authors together! Reviewers can make their own thread to post their reviews in, or post their reviews in the relevant Genre folder. Authors can make their own thread in the Author's folder to find reviewers for their book. Please provide the synopsis of the book, and details of how to obtain a copy. Author threads more than a month old will be deleted in order to keep the folder organised and up to date.

[close] ""Come, Watson, come! The game is afoot." ~Sherlock Holmes (The Adventure of the Abbey Grange) This group is dedicated to the discussion and sharing of information about historical mysteries.