Books & Besties Book Club

Kia ora! I’m Rhi (they/them), a counselling student and part-time bookseller. I worked in a library for six years before deciding to study counselling, so reading has been a big part of my life for a while now. Even as a kid, my mum threatened to take all of the books out of my room because I was often staying up way past my bedtime with my nose in a book! My favourite genre are usually horror, magical realism, sci-fi – and I love queer stories in any genre. Reading has always given me a sense of hope, joy and wonder.

Kia ora, I’m Becca & my day job is doing the fundraising here at the centre 😊 I am a big fan of social and cultural storytelling and books that inspire growth and hope in my own life!  During the busy moments, I find I don’t always prioritise it enough even though it’s such a nourishing part of my self-care. That’s why I am so excited for the chance for our community to come together and share the magic in a social way! My hope is that our book club will become a space that feels accessible, collaborative, and empowering for all kinds of readers!