We’re excited to announce the launch of the Slow Pour Book Club, and we’d love for you to join us!

This club is designed to bring people together through the shared love of reading, thoughtful discussion, and exploring meaningful stories…

Each month, we’ll immerse ourselves in a book that sparks conversation, challenges our perspectives, and connects us through shared experiences.

For our inaugural month, we’ll be reading Annie Bot, a compelling novel that dives into the themes of technology, humanity, and the fine line between progress and moral responsibility.

At the heart of Annie Bot are questions about what it means to be human in a world increasingly shaped by technology.

It’s a rich, thought-provoking story that examines the relationship between artificial intelligence and human emotion, posing deep philosophical questions about empathy, autonomy, and the future of humanity.

Through its lens, we explore the boundaries of technological innovation and the ethical dilemmas that come with it.

Why Annie Bot?

We chose Annie Bot for our first book because it opens up timely discussions about technology’s role in society, the balance between innovation and ethics, and the deeper connections between machine learning and human experience.

The book celebrates the creativity found in literature — blending futuristic technology with timeless human emotions.

It pushes the boundaries of story telling, inviting us as readers to think not only about the world we live in today and what this might mean for the future..

Whether you’re a tech enthusiast or simply curious about where our world is headed, this novel offers a gripping narrative that touches on modern-day concerns.

How our book club will work

Monthly reads..

Each month, we’ll select a new book to explore, focusing on those rich in themes and ripe for reflection.

Annie Bot will be our first read, and you’ll have plenty of time to delve into it before we gather for discussion.

Club reads will be released in advance — giving you an opportunity to decide if the upcoming reads resonate with your interests and schedules.

Discussion meetings…

At the end of each month, we’ll meet to discuss our thoughts on the book. These meetings will be relaxed, open, and inclusive—everyone’s perspective matters.

Whether you loved the book or found it challenging, this is a space for open dialogue and diverse viewpoints.

Building community…

Beyond reading, the Slow Pour Book Club is about fostering a sense of community.

Whether this book is your usual read or far from it, our curated book club is designed to make it easier for people to gather and read socially, by providing a welcoming space where you can explore new ideas and ways of thinking — helping us to grow together and deepen our understanding of the world..

Special events..

Occasionally, we might bring in guest speakers, authors, or experts to provide deeper context or explore specific themes in more detail.

We may also recommend supplementary materials — articles, podcasts, film or documentaries — that tie into the book’s topics…

Why Join?

Book clubs are a great way to dive deeper into literature, but they’re also a wonderful opportunity to connect with people.

You’ll meet others who share a passion for reading, and through our monthly discussions, we’ll create a space where we can learn from each other.

Whether you’re an avid reader or someone looking to pick up a new hobby, this club will be a place for connection, reflection, and growth 

Plus, the diversity of themes we’ll cover — beginning with Annie Bot and moving through a variety of genres and cultural backgrounds — will open up conversations about topics that matter in our world today.

How to join..

It’s easy to be a part of the book club! Here’s how you can get started..

Sign up..

Register every month by RSPV via our ticketing partner Eventbrite here… 

Pick up the book..

Grab your copy of Annie Bot from your local bookstore, library, or online retailer.

Read and reflect..

Take your time throughout the month to read the book at your own pace. Jot down any thoughts, questions, or themes you’d like to bring up in the discussion.

Join the discussion..

Our first discussion will take place on 24th October 2024.

Stay tuned for more meeting and event details either through the newsletter, social media… 

Looking ahead

While Annie Bot is our starting point, the book club will evolve with input from members — helping choose future books,  topics that spark curiosity, empathy, connection and more.

Whether exploring fiction, non-fiction, historical narratives, or modern-day issues, the goal is to simply engage in meaningful conversations making it easier for people to gather and read socially whilst exploring new ideas & ways of thinking.

We hope this book club will be more than just a reading group — it will be a space for building community, fostering understanding, and connecting over great stories.

Join us on this journey — one book, one conversation at a time..

We can’t wait to have you as part of our community! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need help getting started.

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Alicia Vikander (Ava) | Ex Machina | 2014