Read To Succeed Society

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About us

Welcome to Read To Succeed Society, a curated literary community where thoughtful readers and exceptional authors come together through meaningful conversations.

Our community is dedicated to nonfiction, memoir, and other books that challenge perspectives, share lived experiences, and inspire personal and professional growth.

Our discussion process begins with readers meeting in person for guided conversations about a selected book. During these discussions, members explore the book's ideas, share their perspectives, and develop thoughtful questions inspired by what they have read.

Afterward, we invite the featured author to join us for a live virtual Zoom question-and-answer session, where readers have the opportunity to ask those questions directly, hear the stories behind the book, and engage in an authentic conversation with the author.

This two-stage experience allows readers to first reflect together as a community before connecting personally with the author, creating discussions that are insightful, engaging, and meaningful for everyone involved.

Whether you are a passionate reader, an author seeking genuine engagement with readers, or someone who enjoys thoughtful conversations about books that matter, you are warmly welcome to become part of Read To Succeed Society.

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Meaningful Pages Series: Exploring How to Transform Yourself into the One Billion Dollars Lady by Giuliana Misir

Meaningful Pages Series: Exploring How to Transform Yourself into the One Billion Dollars Lady

by Giuliana Misir

Online / Virtual Reading Community

Join Read To Empower Society for a thoughtful discussion of Giuliana Misir’s How to Transform Yourself into the One Billion Dollars Lady, a memoir and practical guide exploring self-worth, self-love, personal evolution, resilience, and the pursuit of a healthier, more balanced life. Inspired by the author's experiences and insights, this Meaningful Pages Series feature will invite readers to reflect on four central questions: The “I Am Not Enough” Syndrome Self-Love Evolution: What Does It Really Mean? Money Doesn’t Buy Happiness… Does It? Rather than relying on prepared answers, participants will be encouraged to share their spontaneous thoughts, personal reflections, and perspectives in an open, thoughtful conversation. Discover the ideas behind the book, connect with fellow readers, and explore how its themes relate to our understanding of happiness, identity, and personal growth.

100+ attending
An Evening of Reflection & Meaningful Conversation by Martha Graham Waldon

An Evening of Reflection & Meaningful Conversation

by Martha Graham Waldon

Virtual event on Zoom - Physical Location ( To Be Announced )

Join us for an intimate and meaningful conversation around Nothing Like Normal: Surviving A Sibling’s Schizophrenia by Martha Graham Waldon. Through a deeply personal story of family, mental illness, resilience, and self-discovery, the discussion will explore how one family learns to navigate the profound changes brought by schizophrenia and how hope and healing can emerge from an experience that changes everything.

89 attending
Javanese Performances on an Indonesian Stage: Contesting Culture, Embracing Change by Barbara Hatley

Javanese Performances on an Indonesian Stage: Contesting Culture, Embracing Change

by Barbara Hatley

Physical / Virtual event on Zoom

During the dramatic economic and social transformation of late twentieth century Indonesia, theatre in Central Java featured a familiar cast of rulers, nobles, clown servants and ordinary people. However these performances were not a repetition of age old cultural 'traditions'. Instead, by stretching the framework of Javanese theatre convention, theatre troupes challenged dominant cultural and political values. As political pressures intensified in the final months of the New Order regime, these witty, critical performances drew enthusiastic, oppositionist crowds. The dismantling of repressive state control after the fall of Suharto in 1998 diminished interest in political critiques from the stage, and growing economic weakness caused patronage and sponsorship to dry up. By 2003-04, however, a revival was underway as performers engaged with the politics of regional autonomy and democratization, and actors responded to the devastating Yogyakarta earthquake of 2006 by staging shows in the worst-affected areas to help sustain community spirit and pride in local culture. Barbara Hatley's account of more than thirty years of theatre activities and social change shows how performers and audiences have adapted, resisted, incorporated and survived. As Indonesian society evolves, Javanese performances continue to engage with ever-changing social contexts, expressing the dynamic resilience and sense of identity of those who stage and watch them.

120+ attending
An Evening of Reflection & Meaningful Conversation: Understanding the Value of Intangibles by Stefano Zambon

An Evening of Reflection & Meaningful Conversation: Understanding the Value of Intangibles

by Stefano Zambon

Virtual event on Zoom

Join Read To Succeed Society for an insightful conversation inspired by Handbook on Intangibles: Accounting, Reporting and Valuation, edited by Stefano Zambon and Laura Girella. Explore how intangible assets influence business strategy, innovation, investment, reporting, valuation, and long-term organizational growth.

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Momentum: A Memoir by Emily Brown

Momentum: A Memoir

by Emily Brown

Virtual event on Zoom

A literary exploration of identity, belonging, migration, and reinvention through a thoughtful community discussion.

93 attending
The Healing Heart by A. L. Whyte

The Healing Heart

by A. L. Whyte

Virtual event on Zoom

A survivor-centered conversation on trauma, resilience, healing, and generational transformation.

264 attending
Goodness, Gracie! by Kelly Giaquinto

Goodness, Gracie!

by Kelly Giaquinto

Virtual event on Zoom

A warm, practical discussion for parents and caregivers around faith, calm, and emotional regulation in early childhood.

188 attending
Are We Having Fun Still? by Joe Blackhurst

Are We Having Fun Still?

by Joe Blackhurst

Virtual event on Zoom

A sharp nonfiction discussion exploring entertainment, attention, mental health, and modern life.

29 attending
Mean Girls at Work by Katherine Crowley & Kathi Elster

Mean Girls at Work

by Katherine Crowley & Kathi Elster

Virtual event on Zoom

A focused workplace discussion on professionalism, respect, accountability, and difficult dynamics.

35 attending

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Through the Lens of an Ancient Yisra'elite

Through the Lens of an Ancient Yisra'elite

by Benjamin Nieves Carrasquillo Jr.

Jun 21, 2026 · Virtual Zoom discussion

Virtual · Zoom discussion

Tell Me Lies

Tell Me Lies

by Rowan Davidson

May 18, 2026 · Virtual Zoom discussion

Virtual · Zoom discussion

Elysian's Roman

Elysian's Roman

by E.A. Hunt

Apr 26, 2026 · Virtual Zoom discussion

Virtual · Zoom discussion

Inheritance of Silence

Inheritance of Silence

by Marina Ellsworth

Mar 15, 2026 · Virtual Zoom discussion

Virtual · Zoom discussion

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Meet our authors

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Martha Graham Waldon

Nothing Like Normal : Surviving A Sibling's Schizophrenia (2nd Edition)

Brower Samuel

Haint: An Appalachian Vampire Horror Novel (Haint’s Hollow Book 1)

Barbara Hatley

Javanese Performances on an Indonesian Stage: Contesting Culture, Embracing Change

Kathleen Wheeler

Psychotherapy for the Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse

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