Stories We Swap: Where stories meet connection — and every book finds a new home
Join Kindred Curiosity and author Amanda Sung for an afternoon of connection, storytelling, and shared surprises through books and community.
Stories We Swap invites you to bring a “book blind date” — a wrapped book that means something to you. During the event, guests will take turns selecting a wrapped book in the order of their arrival, discovering new stories (and maybe new friends) along the way.
The gathering will include:
📚 A cozy mingling session — settle in with a drink or treat from Junbi Café’s menu as you connect and share stories.
💬 A live reading and reflection with Amanda Sung, author of How to Break a Girl.
🎁 A heartfelt Book Blind Date Swap — the highlight of the afternoon.
Expect a warm, welcoming space to slow down, sip matcha or coffee, and connect with others through stories that move us.
✨ About the Author
Amanda Sung is a Taiwanese-Canadian writer who crafts her stories from the inside out. Her debut novel, How to Break a Girl, is inspired by her own journey growing up in Canada as a satellite child separated from her parents.
Her work is deeply personal and lived — each character carries a piece of her experience, shaped by themes of displacement, identity, and resilience.
Amanda holds a Bachelor’s in Communication from Simon Fraser University and a Master of Journalism from the University of British Columbia, where How to Break a Girl began as her graduate thesis.
Beyond writing, Amanda is an empathetic marketing and branding leader with over 15 years of experience, bringing her storytelling talent into both her creative and professional worlds.
💝 What to Bring
One wrapped book you love (used or new!)
Kindred Curiosity will have a limited amount of wrapping paper available on-site for anyone who needs it.
FAQ
How are community gatherings different from other Kindred Curiosity events?
Kindred Curiosity’s way of bringing people together—casual, unstructured meetups to connect, share, and support one another. From trying an aerial yoga class to gathering for a picnic or a meetup for small business owners, we’ll be hosting a variety of events to foster community in different ways!
Will I need to pay for this event?
The event itself is free to attend! We simply ask that each guest supports Junbi Café by purchasing their own drink or snack during the gathering. Guests should also bring a wrapped book of their choice in order to participate in the Book Blind Date Swap activity.
If I do not identify as a woman of the Asian Diaspora, can I still register for this event?
Thank you so much for your interest in our event! This particular gathering is thoughtfully designed for women of the Asian Diaspora, with the goal of creating a safe and nurturing space where they can connect, share, and support one another. By focusing on this specific community, we aim to provide an environment where participants can feel truly understood and comfortable being open and vulnerable.
We deeply appreciate your understanding and respect for our mission. We invite you to stay connected for future events