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Bad Girls Book Club July 2026

Bad Girls Book Club July 2026

Wed, Jul 15, 10:30 PM
From Bad Girls Book Club
4.8

**Our July novel is: *Listen for the Lie* by Amy Tintera** **This month’s novel was named one of the best books of 2024. It’s a domestic thriller with crime, mystery, and murder, told from women’s perspectives. The story includes a detective, an unreliable narrator, and plenty of suspense. The book is 352 pages in print and 9 hours and 18 minutes on audiobook.** What if you thought you murdered your best friend? And if everyone else thought so too? And what if the truth doesn't matter? After Lucy is found wandering the streets, covered in her best friend Savvy’s blood, everyone thinks she is a murderer. Lucy and Savvy were the golden girls of their small Texas town: pretty, smart, and enviable. Lucy married a dream guy with a big ring and an even bigger new home. Savvy was the social butterfly loved by all, and if you believe the rumors, especially popular with the men in town. It’s been years since that horrible night, a night Lucy can’t remember anything about, and she has since moved to LA and started a new life. But now the phenomenally huge hit true crime podcast "Listen for the Lie," and its too-good looking host Ben Owens, have decided to investigate Savvy’s murder for the show’s second season. Lucy is forced to return to the place she vowed never to set foot in again to solve her friend’s murder, even if she is the one that did it. The truth is out there, if we just listen.

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📚 Quietly Thriving – Our Take on Silent Book Club 🌿

Tue, Jul 7, 10:30 PM
From Thriving Collective | Childfree & Childless NBC♀️Columbus🌸
4.9
15 attendees

Columbus Book Festival!!

Sat, Jul 11, 2:00 PM
From Thriving Collective | Childfree & Childless NBC♀️Columbus🌸
4.9
14 attendees
Columbus Build a Self-Running AI Store

Columbus Build a Self-Running AI Store

Tue, Jul 7, 10:00 PM
From The Book Lovers' Journey Discussion Group

💰 **Build a Self-Running Store with AI – eCommerce Blueprint** Let AI handle product research, ads, and fulfilment while you scale. ⚠️ RSVP won't hold your spot. Complete registration via the link below. ### [🔗 REGISTER NOW](https://aiventurelab.org/product/AIEcommerce?city=Columbus&groupurlname=the-book-lovers-journey-discussion-group&startgmtdatetime=2026-07-07T22:00:00Z) --- What you'll build: - A marketing funnel that runs on autopilot - A repeatable blueprint that works from day one - A store setup strategy that cuts setup time in half *Your automated store. Running 24/7.* 🛒

1 attendee
"Tusk Love" by Thea Guanzon

"Tusk Love" by Thea Guanzon

Thu, Jul 16, 10:30 PM
From Romantasy Readers
4.7

Come join us to discuss our July pick "Tusk Love" by Thea Guanzon! Book description: A merchant’s daughter who yearns for adventure gets more than she bargained for when she falls for a broodingly handsome stranger in this saucy romantasy from the New York Times bestselling author of The Hurricane Wars. “A true delight of a book! Spicy and heartfelt—this one is a winner all around.”—Katee Robert, author of Neon Gods As the daughter of an ambitious merchant, Guinevere’s path has been predetermined: marry into a noble house of the Dwendalian Empire, raise her family’s station, and live quietly as a lordling’s obedient wife. But Guinevere longs for a life unbounded by expectations, for freedom and passion and adventure. Those distant dreams become a sudden reality when her caravan is beset by bandits, leaving her guards slain and Guinevere stranded alone on the dangerous Amber Road. Her only chance of survival is to travel alongside Oskar, the aloof half-orc who saved her during the attack. Unlike Guinevere, Oskar’s path is not so set in stone. With his mother dead and his apprenticeship abandoned, all that’s left is a long, lonely walk to a land he’s never seen to find family he’s never met. The last thing he needs is a spoiled waif like Guinevere slowing him down—even if the spark between them sizzles with promise. Despite his cold exterior, Oskar is brave and thoughtful and unlike anyone Guinevere has ever met. And while Guinevere may be sheltered, she brings out a softness in him that he has never dared to feel before. As the flames of their passion grow, they realize that soon they’ll need to choose between their expected destinations or their blossoming romance. Written by New York Times bestselling author Thea Guanzon at the behest of Critical Role’s Jester Lavorre, Tusk Love brings the most romantic story on Exandrian bookshelves to life.

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Columbus Build an AI Content Brand

Columbus Build an AI Content Brand

Tue, Jul 7, 10:00 PM
From The Book Lovers' Journey Discussion Group

🚀 **Go Viral with AI – Faceless Content on Autopilot** Launch a content brand that grows on autopilot using AI-generated media. ⚠️ Complete registration to confirm your seat. RSVP is not enough. ### [🔗 SAVE YOUR SEAT](https://aiventurelab.org/product/AiInfluencer?city=Columbus&groupurlname=the-book-lovers-journey-discussion-group&startgmtdatetime=2026-07-07T22:00:00Z) --- What you'll create: - A monetisation path from day one - AI tools to generate, edit, and post content automatically - A faceless brand that runs without your time *Your brand. Your rules. No face needed.* 🚀

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Frequently asked questions

Book drives are community initiatives where people donate books to be redistributed to schools, libraries, or those in need, fostering a love for reading.

Find local book drives by searching on Meetup for communities focused on book donations or by exploring events in your area under social and community gatherings.

Yes, book drives typically welcome anyone interested in donating books or volunteering. Check the details for specific requirements or logistics.

You can donate a variety of books including fiction, non-fiction, children’s books, and educational materials, depending on the drive’s specific needs.

Some book drives might organize online events for raising awareness or coordinating donations, but the actual donation usually requires physical collection.

The frequency of book drives varies by location and organizer. Regular events might occur monthly, while special drives happen sporadically.

Yes, you can use Meetup to connect with others interested in organizing a book drive. Create an event to gather volunteers and donors in your community.

Donated books are usually distributed to schools, community centers, shelters, or nonprofits enhancing literacy and access to reading materials.

Participating in book drives supports literacy and community engagement, allowing you to pass on the joy of reading to others who may not have access to books.

To prepare, gather books you wish to donate, understand the event layout from the organizers, and consider any logistic needs for transportation.

Expect to meet fellow community members, sort through books, engage with organizers, and enjoy the collective effort toward a worthy cause.

No, Meetup facilitates connections but the success of a book drive depends on participation and effective organization by the hosts.

Book drive availability varies based on location and community initiative. Frequent searching on Meetup can help you find events near you.

Generally, participating in a book drive itself doesn’t cost anything, but some events might request small donations to cover organizational expenses.

The organization of a book drive is dependent on the host and volunteers. Reviews and past experiences can give insights into the event's management.