Our Trade- In Program
Book Club Expectations at The Pile Bookstore
Thank you for joining our book clubs! We want everyone to feel included, comfortable, and safe while attending the book club(s) of their choice and have put together the following expectations with that in mind. By attending book club meetings, you agree to abide by these expectations:
All members are expected to have read the book prior to the meeting, as discussions are much more meaningful and productive when everyone has read the selection.
a)While we are happy to offer a discount if you choose to purchase the book from The Pile, it is not required that you buy a copy from the store. If access to the book is a hurdle, please seek out the moderator for assistance in finding resources.
Members will allow everyone the chance to speak and participate during book club. All participants may speak as much or as little as they choose.
Discussion is expected to stay on the topic of the book. Conversations that veer off topic or become too personal will be steered back to the book selected for the meeting.
Everyone is expected to respect other members in the group and the moderator, regardless of race, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, age, etc. Anyone who threatens, harasses, or otherwise disrespects another member of the group will be immediately asked to leave the book club. Slurs of any kind will not be tolerated in the bookstore at any time.
If these expectations cannot be met, a member may be asked to no longer participate. Each expectation not met will be addressed individually depending on the severity of the occurrence. If a member feels uncomfortable at any time during book club, please reach out to info@thepilebookstore.com with your concerns.
Thank you for your commitment to creating an inclusive and welcoming space for everyone in our book clubs!
