Out North Reads
About This Event
Join Out North Reads for a discussion of Box Hill—exploring leather culture, identity, desire, and queer community. 21+ welcome.
Set against the backdrop of Britain's leather scene in the 1970s and 1980s, Box Hill explores themes of desire, power exchange, self-discovery, identity, and belonging through the eyes of a young man navigating a transformative relationship. The novel offers a unique lens into queer history and culture while raising timeless questions about connection, autonomy, and authenticity.
Whether you're part of the leather community, interested in LGBTQIA+ literature, or simply looking to connect with others through meaningful discussion, you'll find a welcoming and judgment-free space at Out North Reads.
No formal literary background is required—just bring your thoughts, curiosity, and an open mind.
About the Venue
Hive Book Arts
Hive Center for the Book Arts is a place to learn and celebrate the book arts: paper making, printmaking, bookmaking, writing, and reading. We work to make the book arts available to everyone, and build community through these shared experiences. Though our home base is at 840 Custer in Evanston IL, our workshops, exhibitions, programs, and events are popping up all over the North Shore, Chicago, and online. Do join us!
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