Literature

[close] ~ 2026 Reading Challenge ~ 52 books for 52 weeks. Each week, members read the book of their choice for that week's challenge requirement. ▶︎ CURRENT WEEK Add your books to our Community Spreadsheet!

[close] Welcome to ADDY Q LITERARY CIRCLE READING! A warm welcome to every book lover! ADDY Q LITERARY CIRCLE READING is a friendly community where readers from all backgrounds come together to share their love for books, discover amazing stories, and enjoy meaningful conversations. Whether you enjoy literary fiction, mystery, thrillers, romance, fantasy, science fiction, historical fiction, classics, biographies, or nonfiction, you'll always find fellow readers ready to discuss, recommend, and celebrate great books. This group is a place to: 📖 Share what you're currently reading. ⭐ Recommend books you've enjoyed. 💬 Join thoughtful discussions about authors, characters, and stories. 📚 Participate in monthly reading challenges and book club selections. 🤝 Connect with readers from around the world. 🌟 Discover your next favorite book. Everyone is welcome—from lifelong bookworms to those just beginning their reading journey. We believe every reader has a story to share, and every book has the power to inspire, educate, and bring people together. Our goal is to create a respectful, engaging, and supportive community where everyone feels comfortable expressing their thoughts and discovering new perspectives through literature. Thank you for joining ADDY Q LITERARY CIRCLE READING. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite book, and let's enjoy the wonderful world of reading together. Happy Reading!

[close] This global discussion group has been designed to encourage debates about important and underreported issues of our era. All you need is an enquiring mind and a desire to gain or share “underground knowledge”. This is also a place to discuss the controversial topics explored in The Underground Knowledge Series (non-fiction books) by James Morcan & Lance Morcan as well as the Underground Knowledge podcast show.

[close] Rising Reader Cycle is a Goodreads community dedicated to meaningful reader discussions that connect books with engaged audiences through authentic literary conversation. The community brings together readers from diverse backgrounds to explore books across a wide range of genres through structured discussion cycles. Members are encouraged to share perspectives, examine themes, discuss characters, exchange interpretations, and participate in respectful conversations that deepen the reading experience. Each featured book receives dedicated discussion time, allowing readers to engage thoughtfully rather than simply rate or review it. This approach helps create meaningful visibility for authors by encouraging genuine reader interaction, sustained discussion, and deeper engagement with their work. At the conclusion of each discussion cycle, members are encouraged to publish honest, independent Goodreads reviews based on their personal reading experience. These reviews contribute to the wider Goodreads community while helping other readers discover books through authentic feedback. For authors, Rising Reader Cycle offers an opportunity to connect with an active community of thoughtful readers. Through meaningful discussions, constructive feedback, and independent reviews, authors gain valuable insight into how readers experience their work while increasing discoverability and building lasting connections with their audience. Featured authors may also be invited to participate in discussions, answer reader questions, and share insights into their writing process. Their participation is intended to enrich the conversation while preserving the community's commitment to independent reader discussion. Rising Reader Cycle is committed to fostering respectful dialogue, authentic Goodreads participation, and meaningful literary engagement, creating a community where readers discover remarkable books and authors benefit from genuine conversations, increased visibility, and lasting reader connections.