Some group reading activity takes place on occasion, for book discussions. Poppy Z. Brite's vampire, gothic and horror books and short stories. Frequently Poppy books are cast as movies, and long threads involve what actors should play which parts. A close knit group of people reads this newsgroup, and topics often veer off into personal matters and inside jokes - nonetheless interesting. Stephen King's books and short stories.
Some group reads occur once in a while for discussion purposes.
Rumors involving new books and movies fly frequently. Lately threads have involved the remake of The Shining. FAQ alt.fan.neil-gaiman Neil Gaiman's comics and books. Find info here on his new book releases, book tours and signings, and past work. Of course, lots of discussion here revolves around Sandman.