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Welcome to Shelf Therapy, the book club where literature meets inspiration. We are passionate about bringing the magic of books to the young generation especially in Indonesia.
By fostering a space where literature serves as catalyst for personal and collective liberation, Shelf Therapy invites you to explore the transformative power of reading.
About the Host
Laksmi DeNeefe Suardana is Bali’s first Puteri Indonesia and Miss Universe Indonesia 2022. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in the Business of Fashion from Polimoda, Italy. While her advocacy and life mission focus on promoting education, literacy, women’s empowerment, and sustainability, she is also passionate about Indonesia’s cultural diversity, its cuisine, maritime spice history, and healing ingredients.
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It's more than a book club, it's a liberation movement.
Laksmi DeNeefe Suardana
Monthly Events
Shelf Therapy’s monthly events are more than just gatherings—it is an opportunity to slow down, reflect, and connect with a like-minded community. Designed for book lovers, journalers, and those seeking mindful moments, each session offers a unique experience centered around personal growth, creativity, and self-care.
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Shelf Therapy Events
15 February 2025 | 15:00 - 18:00
Weekend with Shelf Therapy
Titik Dua
Join us at Sore-Sore : Titik Dua’s weekend pop up market for an afternoon of local treasures, good vibes, and this week’s special treat. In Sore-Sore, Shelf Therapy will be selling its official merchandise and selection of secondhand book. Whether...
Shelf Therapy Events
16 February 2025 | 14:30 - 16:30
Self Love journaling club
Sala Bistro Ubud
This Valentine’s season, fall in love with the most important person in your life—you. Join Shelf Therapy for an intimate afternoon of reflection, connection, and inspiration at Sala Bistro, Ubud, where we’ll explore the gentle art of...
Podcast Episodes
In each episode, Laksmi dives into books and how they profoundly influence lives.
Latest Releases
In this episode of Book Club Podcast, we are honored to host Shoukei Matsumoto, a Japanese Buddhist monk and author of A Monk's Guide to a Clean House and Mind.
Shoukei Matsumoto on Cleaning, Rituals, and the Path to a Quiet Mind
In this episode of Book Club Podcast, we sit down with British-Japanese actress and novelist Hanako Footman and Australian author Laura Elizabeth Woollett.
Hanako Footman & Laura Woollett on Writing, Beauty, and Societal Expectations
In this episode of Book Club Podcast, we welcome acclaimed Indonesian author Ratih Kumala, known for her bestselling novel Cigarette Girl, recently adapted into a popular Netflix series.
From Pages to Netflix: Ratih Kumala on Cigarette Girl, Sinetron, History & Fiction
In this episode of Book Club Podcast, we dive into a thought-provoking discussion with renowned South Korean author Bora Chung and Korean American author Juli Min.
Cursed Bunny & Shanghailanders: Horror & Fiction Help Us Understand Better | Bora Chung & Juli Min
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