Book clubs in London

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Amina (London)

To discuss ideas and share my love of reading

Shay (London)

21yo in tech and in London for the summer - would love to chat and share diff perspectives around how both non-fiction and fiction impact daily life / society as a whole. Just finished Burmese Days and currently reading Norwegian Wood. Hit me with your socials if you want to connect

LightandShadow@44 (London)

I'm looking for a free interest and hobbies community to attend as I've been feeling extremely depressed worrying about straight men in my life, I thought this would be a fantastic opportunity for me to get out doors and find some brand new friends I can trust and respect as well as hopefully find something meaningful out of joining a book club, as I'm a hopeless romantic who love intercourse with straight men to find out their true intentions and future plans with me, I like books that are funny and mischievous but not life destroying and malevolent where it ends in suicide unless romantic, through sickness such as cancer or dementia. I haven't read many books in my life time and I would feel it would bring our my confidence reading amongst other people as I have no confidence in reading to anyone as I've always known I'm stupid and incoherent when reading as I'm unpredictable all the time. Plus it would be excellent for my mental health state rather than be isolated like some lunatic in a home on social media constantly talking to myself like a schizophrenic person out of pure loneliness.

LightandShadow@44 recommends:

Bored to you

by Sylvia day | Learn more and buy

It about a dysfunctional relationship between Gideon cross and Eva, who have a troubled past but both feel it is necessary not to burden on other with their past but instead tried to go to couples therapy to work out the problem together though some steamy sex scene.

Rosie (London)

28 yr old! Loving reading thriller books at the moment and looking for a local book club

Amy (London)

25F based in South London (Wandsworth Borough). I want to start a local book club but have no idea where to start, so I thought I'd post here! I love books but need the kind of motivation to read that a book club would give me. I am into general fiction, mystery, fantasy, sci-fi, contemporary, classics and open to anything else. Some of my favourite books are The Secret History, Lonely Castle in the Mirror and The Kite Runner. Also love weird books like Bunny by Mona Awad. If you are relatively local and want to help start a book club/already have one let me know !!

Written in Colour Book Club (London)

Written In Colour is a community-led book club dedicated to celebrating global narratives and marginalized voices. We believe in literature as a vital art form and a powerful tool for community connection. Our sessions are designed to be "third spaces"—welcoming, high-quality environments where we move beyond the page to engage in meaningful cultural discourse. Whether we are hosting a "Silent Read" social, a community book swap, or a deep-dive discussion on masterpieces like Yaa Gyasi’s Homegoing, the focus is always on good books and better company. We are currently running sessions at the Woolwich Front Room (SE18) and the Black Cultural Centre (Islington). Inclusive & Accessible: All sessions are free to attend/donation-based. The Vibe: Low pressure, high inspiration. Who it’s for: Anyone who wants to diversify their bookshelf and connect with fellow residents in a relaxed, creative atmosphere. Come and help us turn stories into conversation.

Georgi (London)

Just moved to Teddington and would love to join a book club locally. Would be reading all day everyday if it were a possibility. Looking to meet like-minded people and have fun discussions about books!

Sharon (London)

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Dylan (London)

Not fussy on genre but don’t read much non-fiction. Looking to find a book club so I’m able to read and discuss a greater variety of books.

Susan (London)

I am a female retired art/ design teacher. I enjoy reading both fact and fiction. I have recently finished reading Ali Smith Companion Piece. I am now starting Butter by Asako Yuznki, which I was given for Christmas. Apart from Horror, I am open to most genres. I really enjoy discussing a book I have read and am fascinated by the different reactions to plots and characters.

Susan recommends:

Love in the Time of Cholera

by Gabriel Garcia Marquez | Learn more and buy

It has a rawness and sorrow combined. Capturing the despair of unrequited love across 5 decades It is set in South America and every page creates the essence of that beautiful continent.

RENdomBooks (London)

i have been an avid reader of all things fantasy for a very long time. i have never been apart of a book club and it sounds like fun. Connecting with people who are like minded about reading. :)

Iona (London)

I’ve just moved to the area and would love to find a local book club to join

Jay (London)

I live in South London and enjoy reading Military books I.e autobiographies, true stories like The Operators, ww2, Vietnam etc. Military fiction, crime. My favourite authors include JD Kirk, Duncan Falconer, Billy Bellingham, Kerry Donovan. I have never been in a book club, so looking for a good friendly online book club.

Jay recommends:

First into action

by Duncan Falconer | Learn more and buy

It is an uncompromising look at his life and experiences in the SBS. For me it is the way he writes it, as I read it, I could see it like a pov film in my minds eye.

Foxwood (London)

I am interested in womens history, sci-fi, fantasy, and the occult!

Foxwood recommends:

Piranesi

by Susanna Clarke | Learn more and buy

I became completely entangled by this book, equally delighted, mystified, and intrigued. I've passed it on to several people and enjoyed good conversations on what we thought the book was about (everyone has their own take!)/

Heaven (London)

I’m beautiful, loving and kind hearted. It’s been emotionally difficult having lost both my parents in the space of 4 years. I want to reconnect to the Earth and find myself again, engaging in simple things that truly identifies with me and that’s soul satisfying . I’m hoping to sharpen my intellect connect with beautiful minds and ultimately become better at reading.

Gallagher03 (London)

I am a 22-year-old journalist who has moved to London from Glasgow for work and to pursue my masters. I've been here for about six months now and would love to find a good book club to join. I'm a huge fan of Orwell (particularly his lesser-known novels like Coming Up For Air), Irish literature, and Scottish poetry. Please let me know if you have any recommendations!

Amanda (London)

Discover new books - discussion with likeminded people

Wendy (London)

I'm interested in joining a book club because I enjoy discussing literature, gaining different perspectives, and discovering new genres. It's a great way to connect with fellow readers and broaden my reading horizons.

Mags64 (London)

Share love of reading and discover recommendations in a social setting

JustShootingTheBreezeTee (London)

I have fallen out of reading and I miss it. I would love to the opportunity to meet new people and book lovers and reignite my passion for literature.

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