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Join Book Club<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

About the African Lit Club<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The African Lit Club<\/em> is a laid-back community that celebrates African authors and their impactful stories. It\u2019s not school\u2014just a bunch of people hanging out, ranting about annoying book characters, sharing laughs, and diving into deep conversations about literature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We meet IN-PERSON<\/strong> and NOT<\/strong> online<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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When and Where We Meet<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We meet in person once a month at a local venue (location details shared on Instagram and through our newsletter). It\u2019s a casual space to connect, chat, and share thoughts\u2014no stuffy classrooms here!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to Join<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Joining is simple! Follow us on Instagram<\/a> for updates on upcoming meetings and book selections. You can also participate in our book voting each month through Instagram polls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Book Selection Process<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every month, the book of the month is chosen by you<\/em> through voting on our Instagram page. No pressure\u2014just a fun way for our members to decide what we read next!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Come Join Us!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re a seasoned reader of African literature or just here to rant about that one annoying character, we\u2019d love for you to join us! It\u2019s all about connecting, having fun, and celebrating African stories in a chill, supportive space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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