Coming January 2027
The Book Club
Improve your English through reading
Reading is not only a hobby. Reading sharpens critical thinking, improves your English, and can lead to deeper conversations.
Pre-registering is free, with no commitment.
Season 1
Book to be announced
6 sessions · from January 2027
Why read
Reading is one of the best tools to improve your language and communication skills.
In every country, students grow up reading, then writing and discussing their ideas.
The benefits
01
Immerse yourself in another world
Step into someone else's life and see things from new perspectives.
02
Learn new words
Pick up vocabulary in context, where it's easier to remember.
03
Adapt to a writer's tone and voice
Get used to different styles of English, not just one.
04
See natural ways of saying things
Notice how ideas are really phrased, then borrow them.
The hard part
Reading in another language is harder, so we take it slow and do it together.
The challenge
It takes more time, and it's not as easy.
How we handle it
We take it slow, with small goals each week and summaries provided to support the discussion.
The challenge
It can feel intimidating, even dreadful.
How we handle it
You're not alone: we do it together, and the shared experience makes the next reading more exciting.
How it works
Weekly rhythm over six weeks to read and share your thoughts in English
Small online groups
Up to 6 people, so everyone gets to talk.
80-minute discussions
I choose the book and moderate all six sessions.
One book per season
A new book about every two months.
Week 0: meet the group
A shorter session before Week 1 to meet the group and introduce yourselves, with no reading required.
What's included
Weekly study notes, with:
- Key words and expressions
- A short plain-English summary, so you can join even if you're behind
- Discussion prompts
- A "sentence spotlight"
- An optional "go deeper" extra
Who it's for
For anyone who wants to grow their English.
- Anyone who wants to improve their English and could use a weekly rhythm of reading with others.
- Professionals, students, hobbyists: all paths welcome.
- Intermediate level and up (see the level check).
Level check
Intermediate and up: around B1, or TOEIC 700+.
Not sure? Pre-register anyway, and we can check your level together by email or on a short call.
A note from Kevin
Before I started my career working with people, I studied writing and literature. Reading and writing teach you how to think, how to simplify, and how to read the room. You pick up new words and patterns, and a feel for rhythm, pacing, tone and nuance. The best communicators are often avid readers, and I want to bring that to Tokyo.
Schedule & price
Choose a Wednesday evening or Saturday morning group.
Time slots (JST)
- Wednesday
- 20:00–21:20
- Saturday
- 10:00–11:20
Both slots read the same book.
Readers buy their own copy of the book. Kindle recommended: tap any word for an instant definition.
Founding price
¥24,000/ season
¥30,000 / seasonstandard price
6 sessions, a Week 0 meet-the-group session, and weekly study notes
Season 1 members keep the founding price for as long as they stay.
FAQ
Questions
What's the first book?
It will be announced soon.
What if I fall behind?
Each week's notes include a short plain-English summary, so you can still join the discussion if you haven't finished the reading.
Do I need to buy the book?
Yes. Please get your own copy, on paper or as an e-book. I recommend Kindle: tap any word for an instant definition.
What if a group doesn't fill?
If a time slot doesn't fill, I'll let members know 48 hours before Week 1. You can choose a full refund, or run the season as 60-minute 1:1 book discussions with me.
Is it online?
Yes. All sessions are online video calls, in English.
What level do I need?
Intermediate and up: around B1, or TOEIC 700+. If you're not sure, we can check your level together by email or on a short call before you join.
Pre-register
Pre-register for Season 1
Pre-registering is free and doesn't commit you to anything. I'll email you the details, and you can decide from there.
What happens next
Now
Pre-register with the form
Next
I email you the details, and you can ask me anything
When you're ready
I send you a payment link to save your seat
January 2027
Season 1 starts with the Week 0 intro
Prefer to talk first?
If you'd like to ask questions or check your level, book a free 30-minute call with me. It's completely optional.