Dosti & Chai Introduces “The Chai Shelf,” a Monthly South Asian Book Club

A simple post from Dosti & Chai sparked big excitement this week as the group announced a new community offering: The Chai Shelf, a monthly South Asian Book Club designed to bring readers together over chai, snacks, and the rich storytelling traditions of South Asia.

Interest poured in almost immediately. In an update to members, the organizer shared that a book will be selected in the coming days, followed by the announcement of the club’s first meeting date. 

Readers will help choose future titles — a collaborative approach that reflects the spirit of the group.

Set to explore stories from Delhi to Dhaka, Karachi to Kathmandu, Lahore to Colombo, The Chai Shelf aims to celebrate the voices, cultures, and narratives that connect South Asian communities across borders. Whether it’s fiction, memoir, poetry, or contemporary literature, the club promises a space where readers can gather, reflect, and enjoy the comfort of shared stories.

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