BYOB - Bring Your Own Book Party
You’re invited to join Books Light the Fire for a cozy afternoon of meaningful connection, reading, and coloring in Central Park.
Bring the book that’s speaking to you right now—or a magazine you’ve been wanting to slow down with. This is your space to enjoy reading alongside community.
Here’s how it works:
We’ll begin with a quick 10-minute welcome, introductions, and a light icebreaker to set the tone and help everyone ease in.
Then we’ll settle into 40+ minutes of uninterrupted reading time—just you, your book (or magazine), and the park. No pressure to socialize. Just space to slow down and be present with what you’re reading.
After reading, we’ll come together for 10 minutes of creative coloring and conversation—a playful, grounding moment to reconnect with your inner child and also meet other women.
Why you’ll love it:
A cozy, low-pressure space to slow down, read, color, and connect with other women in a way that feels natural and grounding.
Because sometimes meaningful community looks like quiet conversations, shared creativity, and simply being together.
What to bring:
A book, magazine, or reading material you’re currently enjoying
A blanket or towel to sit on
Water/snacks if desired
Coloring supplies will be provided.
Event Details:
Duration: 1.5 hours
Location: Central Park, NYC
Cost: FREE
Perfect for: Women looking for intentional community, creativity, and meaningful connection
Just a space to simply be. See you there 📚✨
Led by Diana Chen, Founder of Books Light the Fire, an ad girl turned wellness enthusiast and designer, who believes in wholehearted living—a life rooted in authenticity, creativity, and self-expression.
Books Light the Fire hosts personal growth events for those seeking to live with more intention, authenticity, and connection, along with an exclusive membership for women. Through thoughtful book discussions, creative experiences, and meaningful gatherings, we create space to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and explore what it means to live a life that feels aligned and true.
Photo Policy
We love capturing moments from our gatherings because sharing the spirit of the community helps us reach other women who may be looking for deeper connection, creativity, and intentional living. By attending, you consent to being photographed for use on Books Light the Fire platforms.