‘It’s a snowball effect’: the gen Z niche reading event making waves in New York

Cassidy Grady: ‘We were reminded that being in a room with other human beings is important, and in a way, that is where the scene formed.’ Photograph: ljubaphoto/Getty Images

Reading nights and avant-garde literary groups are rapidly emerging as platforms for younger generations to foster community and creatively share personal narratives – and one new series is making waves in New York.

Literary events are on the rise across the US, with CNN citing that book club listings have grown 24% in 2023 from the previous year.