Photo from Pixabay from Pexels Reading in Brazil is not a tradition for most people. Due to the lack of funding for education or family history, the books were more relevant to scholars. With the popularity of cell phones, the problem of encouraging reading increases, as the device attracts users' attention without them realizing it.It allows people to spend hours using their device, communicating online, watching videos, or doing anything else. At the end of the day, they feel like time has passed and they haven't been able to pick up a single book.
However, there is a growing tendency to change this reality. These are reading rooms that provide craft ideas and are places where students of all ages can participate. Book clubs have existed for many years and references to them can even be found in the classics. The difference is that now groups can meet in a virtual environment with multiple options to choose from.
Why it's important to join a reading group Unlike the internet, where people share texts, photos, videos and memes, reading alone is a habit. To read a book, whether physical or digital, you need to focus on yourself and spend time without interacting with other people around you.
It's not a problem for graduates, it's actually one of the benefits of studying. However, those who have not maintained this tradition may have difficulty not having anyone to talk to, especially about the ideas visible in the work.
Book clubs solved that. A story allows readers to come together to hear other ideas, discuss theories, talk about characters they liked and didn't like, and so on. In other words, it's a way to make reading more exciting and engaging.
Furthermore, this interaction can generate friendships, increasing the social presence of participants. Therefore, because of this, groups are increasing, as many people want to socialize, but are restricted for health reasons.
How to join a library Firstly, it is important to highlight that libraries are different. Some groups are paid, others are free. There are also those that specialize in literary genres, such as horror novels and other general genres. There is also a distinction between in-person groups, which typically meet in libraries or educational institutions, and digital groups, which allow people from across the country to participate.
For those who prefer virtual meetings, it is interesting to search by genre to read the club. However, if the idea is to meet people in person, then the research should be done by reading discussion forums in a given city.
In general, students do not need to spend money on activities. In addition to having a large number of books in libraries, there are also digital editions that can be downloaded or purchased at a lower cost than physical works. If your option is to read on Kindle, you can just get a text file and then change the format, which is from Word to PDF. The conversion takes place in a few minutes and is free.
For those who want to participate online or are in São Paulo, check out our main classes:
A fraternity of geckos: it's a conversation about literature, cinema and art. Each month, the group chooses a book to read and a film to watch. Then, on the scheduled day, participants discuss their ideas about the projects online, which generally have some overlap. Blooks Club: a face-to-face meeting held at Livraria Shopping Frei Caneca on the first Monday of each month. Discussions tend to focus more on science fiction books, so anyone who likes the title can benefit from being in the capital of São Paulo. The book discussed is selected at the end of each event, which you can also find out about on the library website. Mário de Andrade Library: The largest library in São Paulo and the 2nd largest in the country, Mário de Andrade is another option for those who want to dive into the world of books and make friends. There are several reading rooms, including groups dedicated to women's literature, poetry and more. In addition to encouraging reading, book discussion clubs can be an opportunity to make friends, learn, and gain a new perspective on a variety of topics. Even those who don't know the books yet can follow the conversation and obtain many benefits.