Technology and online life have changed how people read. Screens give quick access to information, but they also make attention break and create many distractions. Some readers still want slower, deeper reading and places to share books and ideas.
Leamos is a reading group created by marketing specialist Benjamedn Edwards. The club began in September 2024 after an open invitation on LinkedIn. The group holds weekly online sessions, usually in the Peru time zone, with people from different countries. In each session three or four people present a book, give a short summary and answer three simple questions about the book.
Other activities include meetings in bookshops and cafés, a literary secret friend and a podcast called La biblioteca imaginaria. To join, contact Edwards on LinkedIn.
Difficult words
- technology — Tools and machines for practical or digital use.
- distraction — Something that stops attention or focus.distractions
- session — A planned meeting or event for people.sessions
- summary — A short statement of the main points.
- podcast — A recorded audio show available online.
- invitation — A request for someone to join or attend.
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Discussion questions
- Do you prefer reading on screens or slower, deeper reading?
- Would you join online sessions with people from different countries?
- Would you like meetings in bookshops or cafés?
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