One book, two copies, a running chat thread full of spoiler warnings. It is a free long-distance date that runs about 1-3 hrs, in three steps.

Updated October 2026

Long-Distance Book Club

One book, two copies, a running chat thread full of spoiler warnings.

Strike 1Pick one book and agree on a chapter-per-week pace for both of you.
Strike 2Text reactions as you go, spoiler warnings mandatory past the agreed chapter.
Strike 3Video call once you finish to argue about the ending properly.

Upgrade itPick your next book from a list the other person recommends blind.

RaincheckA short story instead of a full book keeps the club going on a busy month.

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