Booked & Brilliant YP Book Club: January 2026 Meet-up

We are excited to announce our next read for Booked & Brilliant YP Book Club is Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler.

Discover or rediscover the story of fifteen-year-old Lauren Olamina lives inside a gated community with her preacher father, family, and neighbors, sheltered from the surrounding social chaos and anarchy caused by climate change and economic crisis. In a society where any vulnerability is a risk, she suffers from hyperempathy—a debilitating sensitivity to others' emotions.
Precocious and clear-eyed, Lauren must make her voice heard to protect her loved ones from the imminent disasters her small community stubbornly ignores. But what begins as a fight for survival soon leads to something much more: the birth of a new faith and a startling vision of human destiny.

About Booked & Brilliant YP Book Club

Booked & Brilliant YP Book Club is a space to grow, connect, and be inspired through powerful stories and conversations.

Our book club is exclusive to our members. Not a YP member yet? No problem! First meeting is on us! Get a feel for the group before becoming a member. (WE ARE CURRENTLY HAVING OPEN MEETINGS AT THE MOMENT. WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO JOIN BEFORE THEY CLOSE.)

Why Join?

• Exclusive YP member benefit
• Thought-provoking books that inspire leadership, empowerment, and community change
• Engaging discussions with fellow young professionals
• Meets every 6 weeks — perfect for busy schedules

How It Works

• Members vote on book selections
• Respectful, inclusive discussions
• Occasional special events (author talks, themed socials, more!)

So whether you've read every page or just a single sentence, come join in the conversation! Expect engaging discussions, diverse topics, and a welcoming community ready to share ideas.

Grab your copy, and get ready for great reads, great vibes, and brilliant conversation.

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