Paperbacks vs. The Patriarchy

Join Here: www.takeupspacetherapy.com/bookclub

Join by February 16th to vote in our first book poll and help choose meeting times.

Hi, I’m Amie, your administrator! I’m a feminist therapist and book nerd, and I created Paperbacks vs. The Patriarchy for readers who want to build community, challenge the status quo, and smash the patriarchy—one book at a time.

We read a mix of fiction and nonfiction that sparks discussion, inspires action, and deepens our understanding of the world.

📚 How It Works

• One book per month with a virtual discussion (small-group format for comfort)
• Weekly discussion posts to keep the conversation going
• Exclusive therapist-created tools like journal prompts, worksheets, and action guides
• A private community space for connection beyond the books
• Pay-what-you-can model to keep it accessible

🌟 Why Bookclubs?

I chose Bookclubs because it’s a small, woman-owned business, and I’ve opted for the Pro Plus plan to give us:

• An ad-free experience
• Polling options to vote on books, meeting times, and more
• Storage for resources, so you’ll always have access to book-related tools
• Better communication features, including chat, text notifications, and calendar integration

🔍 Member Screening & Community Guidelines

To keep this a safe, inclusive, and respectful space, all prospective members are screened before joining. We welcome open discussion, but hate, harassment, or bigotry won’t be tolerated. This is a space for learning, unlearning, and collective growth—let’s uplift each other as we read, resist, and rewrite the rules!