**What is Zen Reading?** Do you have a book you have been meaning to read forever, but cannot find the time? Do you enjoy being around people, but feel tired of the pressure to talk? Welcome to Zen Reading! This is a bi-weekly meetup designed entirely for your peace and focus. Take a relaxing midday break, grab a great cup of coffee, and read in a shared space with zero social anxiety. **Why Join Us?** 🧠 Uninterrupted Focus Get a solid 60 minutes of pure, dedicated time to finally finish your book. 🤫 Zero Social Pressure There are absolutely no self-introductions, forced icebreakers, or host facilitation. Just arrive, find a seat, and read in peace. 📱 Freedom of Choice Bring anything you want: paper books, e-books, or audiobooks with headphones. 💬 Optional Connections Want to make friends? You are completely free to chat after the reading time is up. Want to keep reading? You are welcome to stay and relax. **Schedule** 12:00 PM: Arrive & Order Drinks Arrive at the cafe, find our group, and order your coffee or lunch. 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM: Pure Reading Time (60 mins) We will read quietly together for 60 minutes. 1:15 PM onward: Free Time & Chill Chat with others, make new friends, or keep reading. You can stay as long as you like. **Event Details** Fee Free to join! However, since we are using a cafe space, please order at least one drink or food item. **What to Bring** Your book and yourself. **About Us: Lounge Asia 🌏** Zen Reading is a special group created by Lounge Asia. We are a community connecting the modern Asian diaspora, expats, returnees, and internationally-minded locals across Australia, Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, the Philippines, and beyond. **A Quick Note from the Organizer 🙋‍♂️** "Hi everyone! I am the organizer. I have an Asian background, and to be completely honest with you, I am an absolute introvert. That is actually the main reason I started this group. I love my quiet time, but sitting and reading completely alone at home sometimes feels a little lonely. I wanted a space where I could be around great people, but without the pressure of actually having to talk to them! If you are also an introvert, or just an extrovert who needs a quiet break, come join us. Let's be 'alone together' over a good cup of coffee."