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Pop-Up Book Groups

Q: How do the Pop-Up Book Groups work?

A: Twice a year (August for September-January Pop-Ups and January for February-June Pop-Ups) we schedule approximately 10 events at a time. We announce them to our mailing list so that you can register for the events that interest you on our Humanitix (ticketing) page (or by following the individual links on this website.)

Q: How big are the groups?

A: We cap them at around 20 participants. More than that makes it difficult to have the kind of in-depth conversation our book groups are known for.

Q: Does it cost anything to attend a Pop-Up Book Group?

A: Yes, registration to attend in-person is $40. (Online is $25.)

Q: On the Humanitix listing it says "Private Home". How will I find out where the book group is held?

A: All Pop-Up Book Groups are hosted in private homes in Manhattan. In-person registrants are notified of the address one week before the book group. (If you register closer to the date than that, we'll contact you right away to let you know where it takes place.)

Q: And then I just...turn up. Right?

A: Right. Please come on time. There may be wine. There will be interesting conversation! 

Q: Do I read the book beforehand?

A: Absolutely. In fact, please purchase the book (in any format) and read it before the book group. The great thing about having an author present is that you can get past that old standard, "Where do you get your ideas?" If everyone has read the book, the conversation gets far more interesting than that. Bring your copy to be signed!

Q: I have a friend who would love to know about Pop-Up Book Groups! Can I bring her?

A: Sure, just purchase an extra ticket on Humanitix. If your friend would like to hear about our Pop-Ups as they're scheduled, have her join our mailing list.

Q: What’s your refund/exchange policy?

Pop-Up Book Groups are small and intimate events. We encourage you not to cancel, as it is often impossible to find another buyer for unused tickets, even from the waitlist. If there is someone on the waitlist who is able to purchase the ticket, we will refund. If not, you are welcome to gift or re-sell the ticket, yourself. In short, we will do our best to find another buyer for your ticket, but can't guarantee a refund.

Q: The event I want is sold out for in person attendance. Should I bother with the waitlist?

A: Definitely! Waitlists really do move, especially in the days leading up to the event. Priority on the list is given to Priority members (see below) but there have been book groups where every person on the waitlist was ultimately offered a place. You might also consider purchasing a ticket for the Zoom. If a place opens up for you in person your Zoom ticket will be refunded.

*Q: Why are some events sold out even before registration opens to the public?

A: We have a Priority List of people who have previously attended our Pop-Up Book Groups. How do you get onto the Priority List? Simple: Just register for and attend a single book group, either online or in person. You’ll be added automatically.

Information for Authors & Publishers

Q: I’d love to suggest myself/my author for a Pop-Up Book Group. How can I do that?

A: If you would like to tell us about a book that’s scheduled to be published within the next year and are interested in scheduling a Pop-Up Book Group as part of your book launch events, please feel free to get in touch. You should be aware that not all book genres attract Pop-Up Book Group participants and are thus not viable choices for what we do. This is not a personal reflection, just a reality of our particular program. Traditionally published books only, please.