V.I.B.E. BOOK CLUB

Vivid Ideas & Bold Explorations.
Where stories live louder. 💜

by Kianna Alexander

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The VIBE Plug

Meet the reader behind the movement.

I’m Moe—reader, curator, and the VIBE plug behind this space.
I started this club to share powerful stories and spark real conversations.If it challenges us, heals us, or makes us laugh out loud in public…
it belongs here. 💜

In Rotation

This Month’s VIBE Pick

Can’t Let Her Go by Kianna AlexanderA second-chance romance steeped in Southern heat, unspoken grief, and the quiet hope of starting again.---Why We Picked It
We chose this story because it doesn’t play it safe. It explores love after loss, family tension, and what it means to show up fully—even when it hurts.---👤 About the Author
Kianna Alexander writes with warmth, depth, and Southern flavor. Her stories center Black love, legacy, and the strength of women who know what they want.

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    VIBE 101

    Everything you wanted to ask but didn’t.

    Q: What does V.I.B.E. stand for?
    A: Vivid Ideas. Bold Explorations. This club is all about diving into stories that spark conversation, stretch the imagination, and reflect voices we don’t always see on the shelves.
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    Q: Who can join the V.I.B.E. Book Club?
    A: Anyone who loves a good book and an even better conversation. We welcome all readers—whether you’re a page-turning pro or just getting back into reading.
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    Q: How do I join?
    A: Hit the Join the VIBE Fam button on the homepage and drop your info.
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    Q: How are books selected?
    A: We follow monthly themes and focus on bold, diverse voices. Suggestions are always welcome through our Nominate a Book form!
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    Q: Do I have to finish the book to participate?
    A: Nope! Whether you read the whole thing or just a few chapters, you’re welcome in the convo. V.I.B.E. is about connection, not perfection.
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    Q: Are there any in-person meetups?
    A: For now, we’re vibing virtually (via Zoom), but we’re planning some pop-up events soon. Stay tuned.
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    Q: Can I sponsor a discussion or support the club?
    A: Yes! Check out the Keep the VIBE Going section or drop a donation via CashApp: $VibeBookClub

    Suggest a VIBE Read

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    VIBE Vault

    Stories that shook us—even if they didn’t make the monthly drop.

    The Bluest Eye – Toni Morrison
    Still teaching. Still healing. Still necessary.    Seven Days in June – Tia Williams
    Emotional wreckage (in the best way).    The Hate U Give – Angie Thomas
    Loud, young, and unapologetically true.    Black Candle Women – Diane Marie Brown
    We still talking about them spells.    When No One Is Watching – Alyssa Cole
    Gentrification thriller that hit too close to home.

    Honoring Our Day Ones

    Because every movement starts with someone who believed early.

    “Before the first page turned or the site went live,
    I knew this was more than a club—it was a movement.”    I’m proud to have played a part in laying the foundation.
    — Himdownstairs

    Last updated: July 2025