AUSTIN ROMANCE READER COMMUNITY
Find your people.
Keep Austin Romantic brings Austin-area romance readers together through books, thoughtfully curated experiences, and friendships that continue long after the final chapter.
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OUR MISSION
More than a book club.
Books may bring us together, but friendship is at the heart of everything we do.
Keep Austin Romantic creates welcoming ways for romance readers to meet, explore Austin, support local, and celebrate the stories we love without judgment.
Sure, we read romance.
Sure, we read romance.
But KAR is about more than finishing the book. We’re meeting future book besties, exploring Austin, supporting local businesses and creating memories together.
Book of the Month
Book of the Month
BOTM discussions shaped by community nominations, voting, and guided conversation.
Main Character Socials
Main Character Socials
Curated celebrations, screenings, themed gatherings, and main-character moments inspired by the romance stories we love.
Come for the books. Stay for the friendships.
Come for the books. Stay for the friendships.
From cozy discussions to full main-character adventures, every KAR experience is designed to help romance readers connect in real life.
How it works
How it works
Your first KAR event, chapter by chapter
1. Follow the calendar
1. Follow the calendar
See upcoming events and hear when new experiences are announced.
2. Choose your adventure
2. Choose your adventure
Open an event listing to review the details, cost, location, and registration information.
3. Reserve your spot
3. Reserve your spot
RSVP through the registration link listed for that event.
4. Come as you are
4. Come as you are
Flying solo is completely normal. We use thoughtful activities and conversation prompts to make connecting feel easier.
Your next bookish friendship could start here.
Your next bookish friendship could start here.
Follow our calendar to see what’s coming up and find the KAR experience that feels like your next chapter.
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