Short Story Club: Closer Look!

✨ Join us for an intimate look into queer fiction! ✨

Struggling to find time for reading? Or perhaps you're hesitant to dive into a lengthy book? Short Story Club: Closer Look is here for you! Every month, we explore a short story in English (ranging from 100 to 8,000 words) penned by a marginalized author—think LGBTQIA+/Person of Color/political activist.

In our cozy gatherings, we employ engaging techniques like freewriting to examine the story's themes, interpretations, and emotional impacts. Each narrative has as many meanings as there are readers, so come ready to share your unique perspective!

🌱 This club is perfect for:
● Readers wanting a quick literary fix
● Devoted fans of both short and long texts
● Writers looking to enhance their craft through critical reading
● Queer individuals eager to embrace more queer literature
● (Ex-)students seeking a safe space for critical discussion
● Aficionados of short stories!

For our upcoming meeting, we’ll delve into “Our Lady of the Quarry,” a chilling short story by Mariana Enríquez. This tale is about 20 minutes to read, making it ideal for a train ride, lunch break, or a leisurely morning.
✨ Don’t worry! We’ll only read an excerpt at the start, so it’s great if you can check it out beforehand: Read the story here
🚨 Content warnings: Mentions of underage sex.

Grab your favorite pen for notes and join us for a delightful discussion! 🌊
P.S. We stand by The Pond’s book values: Trans rights are human rights. Free Palestine. Fuck white imperialism.