Literature & Libations is a community-based club focused on thought-provoking books, delicious drinks, and meaningful conversations.
Each month, we choose a nonfiction book that challenges perspectives, deepens understanding, and inspires dialogue on important social and cultural topics.
We provide drinks (both alcoholic and nonalcoholic available) inspired by the book or season we're in. Feel free to bring your own as well!
Together we bring our open minds, different perspectives and positive energy to one, safe place and enjoy time with community. If this sounds like the vibe for you, come visit the tribe!
Gatherings are are hosted by Joyce Mattioli and held in a cozy setting at The Collective, here in St. Pete.
$35 (does not include book*)
This Month’s Book: Circe by Madeline Miller
In the house of Helios, god of the sun and mightiest of the Titans, a daughter is born. But Circe is a strange child -- not powerful, like her father, nor viciously alluring like her mother. Turning to the world of mortals for companionship, she discovers that she does possess power -- the power of witchcraft, which can transform rivals into monsters and menace the gods themselves.
Threatened, Zeus banishes her to a deserted island, where she hones her occult craft, tames wild beasts and crosses paths with many of the most famous figures in all of mythology, including the Minotaur, Daedalus and his doomed son Icarus, the murderous Medea, and, of course, wily Odysseus.
But there is danger, too, for a woman who stands alone, and Circe unwittingly draws the wrath of both men and gods, ultimately finding herself pitted against one of the most terrifying and vengeful of the Olympians. To protect what she loves most, Circe must summon all her strength and choose, once and for all, whether she belongs with the gods she is born from, or the mortals she has come to love.
With unforgettably vivid characters, mesmerizing language, and page-turning suspense, Circe is a triumph of storytelling, an intoxicating epic of family rivalry, palace intrigue, love and loss, as well as a celebration of indomitable female strength in a man's world.
Book Buying & Borrowing
We highly recommend checking out your local library to borrow a book as the most affordable option.
To shop local, we recommend the following book stores in the St. Pete/Tampa area (please call to confirm):
Tombolo Books (St. Pete)
The Book Rescuers (St. Pete)
Wilsons Book World (St. Pete)
Books at Park Place (St. Pete)
Book + Bottle (St. Pete)
Black English Bookstore (Tampa)
Mojo Books and Records (Tampa)
For ebooks, audiobooks or online ordering check out:
Hoopla (ebook or audiobook)
Libby (ebook or audiobook)
Thrift Books (new & used hard copy)
About the Host
Joyce Mattioli, founder of Breathe with Joyce believes in the power of mindfulness, and gains the most from practicing mindfulness through yoga, gardening, and crocheting. When she’s not doing those things, she enjoy reading, writing, hanging with her son and husband, catching up with friends, brunch, animals, sunlight, the beach, and recently— making bread!
Connect with her on Instagram and TikTok at @breathewithjoyce