ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Literary societies

Okay, imagine you and your friends really love reading books and telling each other stories. You might even play games where you pretend to be characters from the stories you’ve read.

Now, imagine if there were a group of grown-ups who liked doing the same thing! They might get together and talk about books they’ve read or stories they’ve written themselves.

These grown-ups might even call themselves a “literary society.” They can meet in places like libraries, homes, or community centers to share their love of reading and writing.

Sometimes, they might all read the same book and discuss it together. Other times, members might take turns sharing their own stories, poems, or essays.

Being part of a literary society is a really fun way to meet new people who share your interests and learn more about books and stories.