Coimbatore Reads Imagine a park, dappled sunlight filtering through leaves, the air alive with the quiet murmur of turning pages. This is the scene at Coimbatore Reads, a chapter of the global silent reading movement (kicked off by Cubbon Reads in Bengaluru), where the love of literature unfolds in shared silence. Unlike conventional book clubs, Coimbatore Reads eschews discussions and deadlines.
Instead, it offers a sanctuary for bibliophiles to delve into their chosen worlds, the rustling of pages and the chirping of birds forming the soundtrack to their journeys. This haven, nestled amidst the greenery of Bharathi Park, was born from the vision of Nivedha, Akalya, and Arathi, who yearned for a space that transcended the city’s typical social spaces. But Coimbatore Reads is more than just a haven for individual readers.
It’s a community, a welcoming space for newcomers like Harshvardhan Ojha, who found solace in books but craved connection in his new city. “I come from Rajasthan. Making friends is one of the most essential and challenging parts of moving to a new city.
Thankfully, Coimbatore Reads has made it easy for me,” he says. “People here are very accepting. I don’t feel like an outsider in this community.
” The lack of pressure and informality is what sets Coimbatore Reads apart. There are no assigned books, no discussions to prepare for, just the freedom to get lost in the pages at your own pace. This resonates with those seeking a leisurely escape, a c.