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Shh... the rise of the silent book club

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The number of silent book clubs being organised in the UK has increased by 460% .

Unlike traditional book clubs, readers can bring any book they want.

Organiser Emma Bent , 40 , says the social aspect appeals to people.

The original Silent Book Club was founded by friends Guinevere de la Mare and Laura Gluhanich in 2012 .

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74

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67

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85

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informal

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English

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25

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medium-lived

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