What to Expect
A cozy, low-pressure evening designed to help bookish women meet new people without the awkward networking vibes. You’ll rotate through guided conversation prompts, chat about books, life, favorite fictional characters, and everything in between — with appetizers, drinks, and plenty of time to mingle after the structured rounds.
Come for the cozy bookish energy. Stay for the conversations you didn’t know you needed.
Guided Conversations
Ease into the evening with thoughtful, bookish prompts designed to help conversations feel natural — not forced.
Bookish Atmosphere
Think curated prompts, cozy details, small bites, and a room full of people who understand why books become personality traits.
Time to Mingle
After the structured portion, stay and chat, exchange socials, browse books, and settle into the kind of conversations that usually only happen online.
Come As You Are
Whether you’re shy, chatty, new in town, or just craving more bookish friends, this is designed to feel low-pressure from the start.
The Setting
Location
The Pour Market Rock Hill, SC
Dates & Times
August 23, 2026 6pm-8:30pm
Capacity
Our first event sold out in 24 hours, so we’re bringing A Novel Connection to Rock Hill! We’re excited to create the same cozy, conversational experience for even more readers!
Food & Drink
Charcuterie spread & one drink ticket (beer, wine or fountain drink) included
Designed For
Bookish women who are looking for genuine, low-pressure connections
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQs below or reach out to us via email: hello@litescape.events. If you’re feeling ready, go ahead and reserve your spot!
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Your ticket includes the full A Novel Connection experience: structured speed-friending rounds, curated small bites, one drink ticket, a swag bag, door prize raffle entry, and unforgettable bookish memories.
Additional food and beverages will be available for purchase throughout the evening.
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This event is primarily geared toward women in their 20s, 30s, and 40s, though all women 21+ are welcome.
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You’ll be guided to your starting table when you arrive, then rotate through structured conversation rounds throughout the evening. We’ll handle the flow so you can focus on meeting people — not figuring out where to sit.
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Seating and rotations are pre-structured to help guests meet a variety of people throughout the evening.
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After the structured portion ends, guests are welcome to stay, mingle, exchange socials, grab another drink, and continue conversations organically.
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Come comfortable, cozy, and like yourself. Think casual dinner out with a slightly bookish twist.
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No — A Novel Connection is focused on friendship, community, and genuine connection among bookish women.
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Absolutely. This event was intentionally designed with solo attendees in mind.
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Absolutely. Many guests are attending to meet new people and build more local bookish connections.
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Not at all. The evening is intentionally structured to make conversations feel easier and more natural — especially for people who are a little shy or socially anxious.
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Yes! We’ll provide guided prompts throughout the evening to help conversations flow naturally without feeling overly scripted or awkward.
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Everything from fantasy and romance to thrillers, literary fiction, nonfiction, and audiobooks. You don’t need to like the same books to connect over them
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Yes! Your drink ticket may also be used for a non-alcoholic beverage.
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Due to the limited nature of this event and advance planning for food, seating, and materials, tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
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Light photo/video content may be captured for Lit Escape marketing and social media.
How the evening unfolds
Here’s a loose look at the evening so you know what to expect — structured enough to keep things flowing, but relaxed enough to let conversations happen naturally.
6:00pm
Arrival & Mingling
6:30pm
Guided Speed-Friending
Open Chat & Mingling
7:30pm
8:00pm
Raffle Winner & Closing
Ready to join us?
A Novel Connection was created for readers who want more than online mutuals and comment sections — a cozy space to meet people, share stories, and leave with connections that feel genuine.