The Ashe Cayne Reading Room - The Unspoken

Come read, discuss, and connect with us every month as we discuss the Ashe Cayne series with Dr. Ian K. Smith himself! The Ashe Cayne Reading Room A Monthly Book Discussion with Ian K. Smith Saturday, December 5, 2026 | 3:00–5:00 PM Hosted by Da Book Joint in collaboration with Ian K. Smith Da Book Joint 6900 S Stony Island Ave, Chicago, IL We're starting something special! Join Da Book Joint and bestselling author Ian K. Smith for The Ashe Cayne Reading Room, a monthly book discussion where we'll explore the Ashe Cayne series one novel at a time, with the author himself joining us for every meeting! We'll read the novels in order, unpack the mysteries, discuss the characters, debate the plot twists, and get behind-the-scenes insight directly from the mind that created it all. We're kicking things off with The Unspoken, the first installment in the Ashe Cayne series. And this isn't your ordinary book club. Ian K. Smith will be joining us at every meeting, giving readers a unique opportunity to engage with the author, ask questions, and explore the stories on a deeper level. Can't make it to Chicago? You can still join us! We're offering a virtual participation option through Zoom so readers near and far can be part of the conversation. Your Zoom access link will be emailed through Eventbrite. Keep the Conversation Going! The conversation doesn't have to end when the meeting does! We invite you to join the Ashe Cayne Book Club Facebook Group, where you can connect with fellow readers, share your thoughts, discuss the books, exchange theories, and keep the literary conversation going between monthly meetings. Whether you're reading ahead, catching up, or just joining the conversation, there's room for you! Join the Facebook group here: Ashe Cayne Book Club What to Expect: • Monthly discussions of the Ashe Cayne novels in reading order. • Direct conversation and Q&A with Ian K. Smith. • Behind-the-scenes insights into the characters and storytelling. • An opportunity to connect with fellow mystery and suspense lovers. • Access to signed copies of Ian's books exclusively through Da Book Joint. Our First Selection: The Unspoken by Ian K. Smith Come prepared to read, discuss, question, and maybe even change your mind about who you think did it! Registration & Signed Books Admission is FREE, but registration is required. Want a signed copy of The Unspoken? You can add one to your registration for an additional purchase price. Signed copies are available directly through Da Book Joint. Choose your experience: • Join us in person at Da Book Joint. • Join us virtually through Zoom. Whether you're joining us in the bookstore or logging in from somewhere across the country, there's a seat waiting for you. One author. One series. One book at a time. Let's read together!