Book clubs in Dorset

Below you'll find every active listing we have for book clubs and readers in Dorset

All listings in Dorset

Gemma (Weymouth)

Hi, I'm in my 40s, primary school teacher. Would like to meet up with some other folks who love books, to share thoughts and maybe some wine!

Luca (Bournemouth)

Hiya I’m Luca. I’m 22 just graduated from uni in Bournemouth. I’d love to meet new people and make new friends, discuss books and characters and make recommendations. I’d love to find a book club here with other women. I am mostly into fiction, romance and fantasy genres currently, but open to new genres and expanding my tastes!

Luca recommends:

Fourth Wing

by Rebecca Yarros | Buy this book

It’s such a popular and well known one now! But I love this book for getting me back into reading, and sparking the excitement in me, that I felt when I was younger reading Harry Potter and Percy Jackson. It’s a great read and a great starter book to get into the romantasy genre, complex grey characters and enemies to lovers trope.

Aga (Bournemouth)

Hi, I’m 26, live in Bournemouth and I’d love to meet new people who share my interests in books and stories! Happy to have discussion about plots, characters and themes or just casual talk and a good laugh. I like variety of genres, classics, horrors, romance, non-fiction, and I enjoy fan fiction stories.

Aga recommends:

Vicious

by V.E. Schwab | Buy this book

Amazing characters, great non-linear plot line and pov, non standard take on people with special abilities and issues that comes with them!

Julie (Bridport)

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Leon (Bridport)

I am a 51-year-old book lover (also interested in art, film, music and nature) who has recently moved to Bridport, Dorset and wishes to meet like-minded individuals in the local area and discuss new and established literature and culture in a friendly and relaxed setting.

Kiera Ashley (Bournemouth)

I am 25 years old, grew up and still live in Bournemouth/Poole and would love to meet some girls to make a book club with and to talk about reading with!

BeckyCheveral (Bournemouth)

Hi I’m Becky! I’m 23 years old and I’m looking to meet some new people with similar interests to me. I love reading fantasy and romance but I also like a good thriller or crime book to mix things up.

BeckyCheveral recommends:

The prison healer

by Lynette Noni | Buy this book

This is so different to any other fantasy book I’ve read in the best possible way!

Avidreader (Wareham)

I love reading a variety of genres and I think joining a bookclub would be a fun way to meet like minded people.

marialou15 (Bournemouth)

hi!! I’m Maria, a 21 year old student in Bournemouth and I would love to meet more bookish people around there! I love many different genres and am alway up for a recommendation, I like a good balance between literary fiction and young adult. Always up for meeting for a coffee and discussing books:)

DollyDaydream (Poole)

I'm holly, 20 years old with a young daughter. I've always enjoyed reading and want to find more book recommendations and share my thoughts about them with others

Beth (Wimborne)

Hello! Im 31 and I love reading nearly as much as I love cats. I’m new to the book world as such and am always keen for recommendations. Literary fiction is my go to, but I also enjoy non fiction - anything which explores the complexity of what it means to be human.

Beth recommends:

The Goldfinch

by Donna Tartt | Buy this book

That book that stays with you

Circe

by Madeline Miller | Buy this book

Beautiful writing, captivating Greek retelling

Lucy (Weymouth)

Hi, I’m moving to Weymouth in the next few weeks. I’m a big reader & would like to get to know others in the area who also love reading. I really want to keep up the hobby but I know what my job will be quite demanding but I think a low-key book club / group would be perfect.

Rachel (Poole)

Hi! I'm Rachel and I'm 33 and very new to the book world and I'm looking to meet some awesome book friends! I love reading thrillers, romance/dark romance and fantasy!

Tiffany (Bournemouth)

Hello, I'm Tiffany, 25 years old studying in bournemouth. I love mystery/thrillers/murder mystery and sometimes some romance/non fiction. I enjoy meeting new people and would love to talk about books/get new book recommendations. Up for coffee or walks :)

Jo (Weymouth)

Recently moved to Weymouth and miss my old block club so would love to find a local one

Jenna (Bournemouth)

Hi I'm Jenna! I love to read fantasy book! And a little bit of romance here and there! I really am reaching out to make some more friends that enjoy the same things I do!

Jenna recommends:

Fourth wing

by Rebecca Yarros | Buy this book

Everything!!

Hannah (Bournemouth)

Hello, I live close to Bournemouth and am looking to make friends with others that enjoy fantasy, romance/rom-com books. Not necessarily a book club, but friends discussing recent reads and recommendations, either online or in a coffee shop.

Hannah recommends:

Girl, Goddess, Queen

by Bea Fitzgerald | Buy this book

I am not normally a fan of mythology retellings but this gripped me from the start. I would say it is more of a romance book in a fantasy setting. I enjoyed seeing the relationship develop and the character development of Persephone.

Lauren (Bournemouth)

Recently trying to rekindle my love of reading after a year hiatus! I like thrillers, horror and mysteries but I'm open to all kinds of reads!

Lauren recommends:

A Botanical Daughter

by Noah Medlock | Buy this book

Gothic Victorian setting, the secret and forbidden relationship of a botanist and a taxidermist living in a greenhouse at the bottom of the former's childhood home. The botanist comes into hands of an intelligent mycelium, and wants to test his brilliance, and chance at a traditional family, by seeing if he can create artificial intelligence. However, for this he would need a vessel; preferably humanoid.

Book club (Bournemouth)

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Dr.Aref (Bournemouth)

Indulge me, dear friends, as I share a glimpse of my character. I am a young gentleman with an insatiable curiosity and a profound appreciation for the written word. The prospect of joining a book group fills me with delight, for I am convinced that spirited discussions and shared insights elevate the reading experience, enriching our understanding of the narratives we cherish. 📚 Furthermore, I harbor a fervent desire to forge new friendships amidst the tranquil beauty of Bournemouth. Imagine, dear comrades, the joy of companionship as we stroll along the sun-kissed shores, engrossed in heartfelt conversations and the timeless wisdom found within the pages of beloved books. 🌊✨

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