There’s a hush at the edge of something big. You know that feeling—a stillness that’s almost electric, as if the world is holding its breath? That’s April’s mood at RED (Read, Eat, Drink), and it couldn’t be a better time to dive into Melani Redmiles-Quinley’s Shark Bunny.

April is a strange month. The air is thick with everything that’s about to happen — storms brewing, flowers plotting their grand entrance, and the sense that something big sits just out of sight. At RED, we love a good moment of suspense. This month, we’re leaning into that restless hush before things explode.

February at RED isn’t for the squeamish. This week, our book club’s heart beats faster as we plunge into the shadows where secrets fester, danger lurks, and betrayal runs deep enough to draw blood. In other words: the perfect backdrop for Agustina Bazterrica’s Tender is the Flesh, a novella that grabs you by the throat and refuses to let go.

You know you’re at the right bookclub when the conversation is just as delicious as the snacks. At RED (Read, Eat, Drink), March isn’t just about flipping pages — it’s about diving into a night of sly glances, whispered confessions, and appetizers that look like they came straight from a chef’s Instagram. This month, we’re leaning into the thrill of secrets, danger, and betrayal. Here’s how to turn your next gathering into an experience worthy of the best plot twist.

February’s here, and at RED (Read, Eat, Drink), we’re leaning into the unpredictable—the kind of connections that blindside you in the best way. Our theme this month is Unexpected Relationships. It’s less about perfect matches and more about the way people, places, and even flavors collide when you least expect it. Forget the tired Valentine’s tropes. This is about sparks you never saw coming.

If you’ve ever walked into a bookclub expecting polite chatter and left with a new friend (or a new opinion), you already know: the best stories aren’t always on the page. At RED (Read, Eat, Drink), we like to think of our monthly gatherings as a mash-up of story, flavor, and surprise—where unexpected relationships are just the beginning.

New Year, New Journeys January always brings that secret hush — a little space to breathe, to imagine, to start again. At RED, we believe new beginnings don’t happen alone. We read together, gather around good food, and raise a glass or two. So let’s ease into a new year, side by side, with stories that invite us to wander, wonder, and maybe even unravel a few mysteries about ourselves.

January always feels like a fresh notebook—blank pages, clean lines, endless possibilities. The holidays are behind us, the world is quieter, and it’s the perfect time to gather with friends for a book club that’s about more than just reading. At RED (Read, Eat, Drink), we believe that new beginnings are best celebrated together—with stories, flavors, and a mug (or cocktail glass) in hand. This month, we're easing into the year with comfort, warmth, and a little bit of wonde

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