Book clubs in Dorset

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

All listings in Dorset

Mary (Bournemouth)

Hi there! I’m a mum, a wife, and a self-proclaimed bookaholic with a huge soft spot for all things fantasy, romance, and romantasy. When I’m not chasing after kids or managing the occasional household chaos, you’ll find me curled up with a cup of tea, completely lost in a world of magic and epic adventures. I’m looking to join a book group as I’d love to meet others who share my obsession with swoon-worthy romances, twisty plots, and stories that keep you up way past your bedtime. Plus, what’s better than bonding and meeting new friends over books, good laughs, and a few drinks about who the best book boyfriend is? 😉

Mary recommends:

Phantasma

by Kayleigh Smith | Buy this book

“Phantasma” is a dark romantic fantasy novel by Kaylie Smith, released in September 2024. The story follows Ophelia Grimm, a necromancer who enters a deadly competition called Phantasma to save her sister. Set within a haunted mansion filled with demons and temptations, Ophelia must navigate nine perilous challenges. She forms an uneasy alliance with Blackwell, a charming yet enigmatic figure who offers his guidance in exchange for ten years of her life. As they delve deeper into the trials, an irresistible attraction develops between them, complicating their quest. The novel combines elements of horror, romance, and fantasy.

WhatDellyReads (Wimborne)

I’m 31, I love fantasy, fantasy romance, crime / thriller, historical fiction, classics and anything witchy. Open to try most books but not great with horror. If you love Sarah J Maas I may squeal. I’d like to find a book club of like minded people to make some bookish friends :)

Mandy C (Christchurch)

Hey everyone, I'm almost 30, I just moved to the area and I'd love to meet some other people who love to read. I like reading fantasy, romance/fantasy, romance and am always willing to try out a new genre :)

Mandy C recommends:

Cresent city, house of earth and blood

by Sarah J Maas | Buy this book

It has unexpected twists and turns.

John (Wimborne)

I’m a former librarian who has belatedly decided it’s time to join a group It would be good to meet some new people and broaden my reading.

Emily (Poole)

Hey 31 year old girl. Looking to meet people who enjoy reading and attending book clubs. Wondering if there are any in Poole at all ☺️

Emily (Sherborne)

Moved to the area last year and keen to meet people with similar interests. I enjoy reading psychological thrillers the most, but dip in to all genres!

Gina (Swanage)

I live in Swanage and am interested in joining an evening book club. I enjoy historical and contemporary fiction.

Gina recommends:

Engleby

by Sebastian Faulks | Buy this book

Sinister, thrilling, well researched, well written

Maddy (Bournemouth)

Hi - I am looking for a local book club to join, looking forward to reading different books aside from my usual genres. Would be great to meet new people too!

Matthew (Poole)

Hello. I’m looking for a local book club to meet new like minded people. An introvert trying to socialise. I’m 37 ,I’ve been reading for years, big into fantasy. Looking to meet bi-weekly , weekly.

Matthew recommends:

A wise Man’s fear

by Patrick Rothfuss | Buy this book

The story about a “hero” who just happens to be in the right place at the right time.

Shona (Poole)

New to the area! I used to read a lot and I'm keen to get back into it 😊

Charlotte (Christchurch)

Hi! I’m Charlotte, I’m in my 20s, new to the area and eager to find a good book club (or maybe start one..?). I love psychological thrillers but will happily read anything that comes with a good recommendation!

Chloe (Wimborne)

I’m in my early 30s new(ish) to the area, and keen to find new books, stay on track with reading them, and make new friends! My favourite genres are crime, thrillers, and fantasy

Midas (Bournemouth)

Would like to join a book club.

Amy-Rose (Christchurch)

I love reading fantasy, fantasy romance, and anything horror, crime or thriller. I’m new in the area so would love to meet some people with similar book interests!

Kieren (Bournemouth)

I like reading, especially the classics, but also modern stuff, I guess my taste is pretty broad. I would like to share thoughts and meet people locally and a book club seemed like a good way to do that.

Kieren recommends:

Breathe

by Tim Winton | Buy this book

A slightly wonky coming of age story.

Caitlin (Bournemouth)

I’m a busy working mum. I used to be part of a book club when I lived in London and would love to be part of one in Bournemouth.

bloom (Poole)

a space for women by women. Age range 20-35, meeting once per month (last Saturday of every month). Reading a variety of genres until there are enough members that we can split into subgroups and have specific genre groups. Find us on instagram @bloompoole Brand new - first meeting January 2025, but you'll be added into our WhatsApp community immediately if you wish to meet other members before our first session. Our first book has not yet been chosen.

Emily (Poole)

I'm in 2 book clubs already but have developed an unsatiable urge to read this year and always want to meet new people and make lasting friendships with girlies who love books

Emily recommends:

A Court of Thorns and Roses

by Sarah J. Maas | Buy this book

I've already converted 3 people into the SJM universe. If you stand still long enough then I'll try and covert you too.

Kai (Bournemouth)

Hi, I have just moved to Talbot Woods/Winton area although I work in London 2 days a week. Recently been reading the Lisa Jewell books and I have enjoyed them immensely. Would like to join or start a book club in January 2025. I will read anything, detective, thriller, horror, sci fi, romance, economics, physics, maths, kids books, biography, classics.... more looking for a once a month in person meet up. Happy to do a walking/running/eating/cocktail making etc book club meet up.

Loz (Bournemouth)

I’m getting on a bit these days but have recently rediscovered my love for reading. I have a fairly eclectic taste and as I enter a new chapter of live, pardon the pun, I’m looking for a friendly book club local to Bournemouth to join and make my new found passion my weekly hobby.