HOW IT WORKS

We read one book a month. Every month we ask the featured author to choose a charity to support by auctioning off an autographed copy of their book. It is important to note ALL of the funds raised go directly to the charity of the month. We ask that you donate whatever amount you can as no donation is too small. We also donate our books after our meetings to different local organizations.

Meeting Details:

We meet the last Thursday of every month at 7:30 pm. 335 Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401

The book of the month is announced at every meeting and on social media. www.SoBookedUp.com

25A President: Biani Trimboli

Biani Trimboli was born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. After attending and graduating college with a marketing degree, Biani became a certified personal trainer and is keiki I and II certified. Biani is a second-generation Realtor with a family background and passion for real estate. She began a career in modeling and fitness that led to an ongoing and successful career in the U.S. and abroad. Having moved from Potomac, MD to South Florida in 2017, Biani started looking for a place to belong and that's when she came across So Booked Up. Being the president of So Booked Up has brought so much joy into her life and she has made beautiful friendships with like-minded women who share her passion for reading and giving back. She is also the one who leads a lively, fun and entertaining book discussion every month. If you have not attended one of their meetings yet, you are missing out. Biani is also fluent in English, Portuguese and Spanish. As an active member of the community, Biani believes a well-rounded lifestyle includes supporting charities, and she has proudly co-chaired events for Place of Hope. Her care, compassion, and communication skills coupled with her dedication and attention to detail give her a multifaceted array of skills that produce influential connections in the community. Biani enjoys spending time with her family and traveling in pursuit of continued knowledge and experiences.

This book club is for women only! This book club was designed to bring together an exclusive group of intelligent, devoted, female readers to connect, empower, and build a network through literature, social events, and giving back to the community.

Founder: Brandy Guthrie

Brandy Guthrie, a prominent real estate professional who hails from South Florida, is known for her influential presence in the industry. She is not only bilingual but also deeply committed to making a positive impact on her community. From an early age, Brandy's passion for literature and her unwavering dedication to creating change have been evident. In 2018, she founded So Booked Up, a book club that not only promotes knowledge through literature but also fosters meaningful connections among like-minded women, all with the overarching goal of making a difference in the world. When she's not working, Brandy enjoys traveling, practicing yoga, and cherishing precious moments with her loved ones, including her beloved four-legged companion, Sawyer, a Brussels Griffon. Brandy holds an BA with Honors degree in Media & Cultural Studies from Florida Atlantic University.

Vice President: Christina McDonald

Christina McDonald has a passion for literature and commitment to fostering intellectual discussions. Beyond her love for books, she brings a wealth of experience and expertise to our board.

As a highly accomplished professional in the legal industry, she demonstrates leadership and dedication to making a positive impact in her community, the community that So Booked Up dedicates its mission to serve. Prior to serving on the board of our book club, Christina dedicated 10 years volunteering and serving as a Committee Member to Autism Speaks in honor of her son, who lives with autism. Her unwavering commitment to promoting literacy and the power of literature is truly inspiring. Her goal is to create a welcoming and supportive environment within our book club. Christina’s well rounded perspective and genuine passion for personal growth makes her an exceptional role model to serve as Vice President of our book club.

Treasurer: Lana Bezenyan Sukhman

Lana Bezenyan Sukhman is a first generation American. She was born in Brooklyn, NY to Ukrainian immigrants, who escaped an iron fisted authoritarian state in order to provide future generations of their family a life of freedom. As Lana was growing up, her family instilled in her the importance of why they escaped the former Soviet Union, a communist nation, which enforced religious persecution, suppression of freedom of speech, and repression of democratic rights. This inspired her to want to help others and to be the first family member to attend college and law school, in order to continue to fight for those freedoms.

Lana attended Rutgers University where she graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2003 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. In 2003 Lana was admitted to Seton Hall School of Law as a Deans Scholar, earning her Juris Doctor degree in 2006. She now continues to pursue her passion for Law as the Supervising Attorney at Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC.

She is the Treasurer of SoBookedUp, and her favorite thing about So Booked Up is that it combines her passions: reading, charity, and friendship. As treasurer, in charge of SoBookedUp’s charities, Lana is able to pursue her passion for helping others. But her most significant role in life is as a mother and wife.