Rather Be Reading YA Book Club @ RinP

Rather Be Reading is a YA book club for readers in 6th through 12th grade who believe a good book is worth talking about. We meet the last Monday of every month from 5–6 PM to dig into a new title together — swapping favorite moments, arguing over plot twists, and leaving with recommendations for whatever comes next. Whether you love fantasy epics, contemporary romance, or a story that surprises you, there's a seat at this table. Come for the book, stay for the people. We're hosted by Reading in Public—"RinP"—an AAPI-, woman-owned indie bookstore + café in West Des Moines, IA. We believe life is composed of stories, and that books build community + belonging wherever they're shared. ABOUT THE HOST: Emma is a full-time English teacher, part-time bookseller, and lifelong nerd who believes books have the power to connect people and inspire empathy. She loves sharing stories, playing games, exploring fantasy worlds, and he