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At the Readme launch party, guests in linen garments and statement glasses mingled in the lively Chelsea scene. Though not on the guest list, the writer gained entry early and found the intimate space adorned with books whose spines faced the wall. Amia Srinivasan's The Right to Sex and other literary titles were prominently displayed.
Attendees enjoyed drinks, photos, and swag while engaging in discussions about literature and potential romance. The app's creators, Emily Segal and Banu Guler, emphasized the focus on literary taste over astrology, with matches encouraged to compare their Co-Stars on dates.
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