Contact

E-mail

admin@jaipurnooks.org

Phone

0141-6761584

Address

Manikeshram, Second floor, plot number 695, Vidyut nagar A, Prince Road, Queens Road, near Sarovar portico hotel, Vaishali nagar, Jaipur. 302021

Reading & Discussion

  • Frequency: Bi-weekly or monthly sessions (online & offline).
  • Book Selection: Members vote or a moderator curates a list based on themes.
  • Discussion Format:
  • Structured debates (pros/cons, character analysis, thematic exploration).
  • Guided questions provided before discussions.
  • Open-ended discussions for deeper engagement.
  • Platforms: Physical meetings, WhatsApp, Google Meet for virtual discussions.

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Research & Resource Sharing

  • Research Assignments: Members explore historical, cultural, or political contexts of books.
  • Resource Pool: Shared Google Drive or Notion page for book summaries, research papers, and additional materials.
  • Expert Talks: Scholars, journalists, and authors provide deeper insights.
  • Book Reviews & Reports: Members write brief analyses to document learning.

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Community Development & Networking

  • Member Introductions: Quarterly networking meet-ups.
  • Social Media Engagement: Twitter threads, Instagram posts, and LinkedIn discussions.
  • Newsletter: Monthly updates, book recommendations, and insights.
  • Book Donations & Literacy Drives: Partner with libraries or NGOs.

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Events & Debates

  • Themed Debates
  • Book-to-Film Discussions: Compare literature to cinema.
  • Literary Quizzes & Competitions: Engage members with fun challenges.
  • Annual Book Club Summit: A large gathering for networking and expert panels.

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Engagement Time for The Jaipur Nooks

  1. Reading Time (4-6 hours per week)
    • Depending on the book's length, members should dedicate 30-60 minutes daily or 3-4 hours on weekends to keep up with the reading schedule.
    • Light fiction: ~30-40 pages per week.
    • Dense non-fiction: ~20-30 pages per week with additional research.
  2. Online Discussions & Participation (2-3 hours per week)
    • Quick daily check-ins (10-15 minutes) via WhatsApp.
    • Deeper weekly engagement (30-45 minutes) for sharing insights, responding to prompts, or debating perspectives.
  3. Live Book Club Meetings (1.5-2 hours per session)
    • Midpoint Discussion (Week 3-4): ~60-90 minutes.
    • Final Discussion & Wrap-up (Week 6-7): ~90-120 minutes.
    • Additional time for guest speakers, debates, or networking events.
  4. Special Events & Activities (Variable)
    • Author Q&A or Expert Talks: 60-90 minutes.
    • Book-to-Film Watch Party & Discussion: ~2-3 hours.
    • Themed Debates & Literary Games: ~1.5 hours per session.
  5. Research & Resource Sharing (1-2 hours per week)
    • Reading supplementary materials, articles, or historical context.
    • Writing short reviews, discussion points, or debate arguments.
  6. Total Estimated Engagement Per Month
    • Reading: ~16-24 hours
    • Online Discussions: ~8-12 hours
    • Meetings & Events: ~6-10 hours
    • Research & Resource Sharing: ~4-6 hours
    • Total Engagement: ~35-50 hours per month (adjustable based on book complexity and member preferences).

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The Jaipur Nooks

The Jaipur Nooks aims to:

  1. Encourage Deep Reading & Critical Discussion – Cultivate meaningful conversations that go beyond the text, analyzing themes, historical contexts, and contemporary relevance.
  2. Facilitate Research & Resource Sharing – Provide members with scholarly insights, supplementary materials, and expert perspectives to enrich their understanding.
  3. Build a Thoughtful & Engaged Community – Create a space for knowledge exchange, networking, and collaboration among book lovers, scholars, and professionals.
  4. Host Events & Debates – Organize stimulating activities, including author interactions, panel discussions, and literary debates, to expand perspectives and inspire action.

The Jaipur Nooks is more than a reading group—it is a platform for intellectual growth, meaningful dialogue, and community-driven learning. Whether through fiction, non-fiction, philosophy, or politics, it strive to make reading a transformative and collective experience.

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