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We are so glad you joined us!

Here are some things you can do to get started:

:eyes: Watch our intro video to get a basic overview of the forum.

If you want to watch a more thorough overview, please see the video below as well.

:speaking_head: Introduce yourself by adding your picture and information about yourself and your interests to your profile. What is one thing you’d like to be asked about? If you’d like to update your name or username so that you’ll be anonymous, this is where you can also do that.

Please also consider introducing yourself by creating a new topic in our Meet Members category (note that to respect our members’ privacy this category is only accessible to logged in users).

:open_book: Get to know the community by browsing discussions that are already happening here. When you find a post interesting, informative, or entertaining, use the :heart: to show your appreciation or support!

:handshake: Contribute by commenting, sharing your own perspective, asking questions, or offering feedback in the discussion. Before replying or starting new topics, please review the Community Guidelines.

Ideas for Contributing

  • Answer our question of the week.
  • Let us know what you’re reading this week.
  • Introduce yourself in our new Meet Members category
  • If you’re participating in one of our Book Clubs , consider creating a new topic (please make sure it’s unique though).
  • Trying to decide what to read or debating between a few titles? Get help at Book Recommendations
  • Just finished a book and can’t wait to discuss it? Head to Recent Reads to get the conversation started!
  • Share a photo of a favorite recent read or your favorite reading place on Shelfies
  • Share news from the world of books in Book News and Events
  • Have an idea for a conversation and not sure which category to use? Start it in General and the moderators will move it to the right place!

If you need help or have a suggestion, feel free to ask in Help and Feedback or contact the admins.

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