Book clubs in Somerset

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

All listings in Somerset

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Derek (Nailsea)

I am 71 years old, retired male, married with 2 grown up children. We have lived in Backwell for 27 years, I have always read widely until recently, (possibly due to my age), and would like to rekindle my interest in literature. Although I enjoy most genres I have a special interest in crime., historical and science fiction.

Derek recommends:

The Sun Also Rises by Ernest Hemingway
The Sun Also Rises
by Ernest Hemingway | Buy this book
Apart from enjoying the authors style, (crisp, sharp and precise), I think he conjures up the atmosphere of the period and location very effectively. It is the kind of book that allows you to lose yourself in the story and characters so that you don't consciously think about what you are reading you just feel immersed in the plot.
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Steve (Cheddar)

Looking to get back into reading.

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Nikki (Weston-super-Mare)

Hi! I’ve just moved back to the West Country after 25 years away and I’m looking to make some new friends with shared interests. I tend to read non-fiction but I’m happy to read fiction, too - I’ll give most things a go. I’m a young-minded 51 year old who is very sociable but also respects boundaries. Hoping to find a nice book club to join or meet some people who would like to start one. 😊

Nikki recommends:

Persuasion by Jane Austen
Persuasion
by Jane Austen | Buy this book
My favourite fiction author and not the usual first recommendation but all her books are glorious. Funny, insightful and intelligently written - very engaging reads. I love classics - but also love more modern writers.
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Sabrina (Taunton)

I’m looking to join a book club which is as in love with fantasy, crime and a slice of LGBTQ as much as I am! Would also like to meet and make friends with like-minded people.

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Belinda (Burnham-on-Sea)

I have been looking for a book club to join and meet like minded people. There is a book club at the library at the Town Hall in Weston. The last Friday of each month. 10.30am to 11.30am. Currently into Jack Reacher books by Lee Childs.

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Read With Yeovil (Yeovil)

Friendly, diverse, author talks. Meet monthly on Monday lunchtime.

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FantasyMeg2021 (Taunton)

Looking to join a book club. Obsessed with fantasy but also read thrillers, romance and YA here and there. Would love to meet some new like minded people. Also up for buddy reads and chatting to people

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Donna (Street)

I’m looking for a local book club to join. I love to read along side other people and would love to broaden my reading genres

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Ben (Highbridge)

Looking to stay consistent with my reading & engage in light hearted conversation about recent reads!

Ben recommends:

Reaper Man by Terry Pratchett
Reaper Man
by Terry Pratchett | Buy this book
A profound story about life & death and making the most of the time you have, delivered with Pratchett's weapons grade humour & satire.
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Jo (Frome)

I enjoy reading history, historical fiction, classics, poetry, some modern fiction and would enjoy chatting with others who enjoy similar.

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MrsCooper (Weston-super-Mare)

Hi, my name is Kirsty. I'm 38 and addicted to everything book-related haha. I am hoping to find either a local club or just meet some like-minded people

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Rose (Nailsea)

I’m soon to be 80years old, would like to meet new people and talk about books, a passion of mine. Enjoy thrillers , family sagas , not keen on fantasy.

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Bessy (Weston-super-Mare)

New to WSM, and constant effort to make this year's New Year resolution to be true. Love to learn from each other and make new friends.

Bessy recommends:

A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini
A Thousand Splendid Suns
by Khaled Hosseini | Buy this book
My first ever book that kept me going to finish off within few weeks
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Bessy (Weston-super-Mare)

I have been trying to read more books, but no luck in keeping it consistent. Wishing to make this New Year resolution. Look forward to meet new people and make some new friends as I am new to WSM.

Bessy recommends:

A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini
A Thousand Splendid Suns
by Khaled Hosseini | Buy this book
My first ever book that kept me going to finish off within few weeks
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Reader76 (Wells)

I’ve recently moved to Wells and I’m looking to join a book group and meet new people. I’m a professional working parent to teenagers and enjoy reading to relax.

Reader76 recommends:

Still Life by Sarah Winman
Still Life
by Sarah Winman | Buy this book
A beautifully written life story of travel, war, love and the importance of human connections. I didn’t want it to end.
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Beth R (Weston-super-Mare)

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Lici (Weston-super-Mare)

I’ve just moved to the area and am looking to join a book club and meet new people! I’m 24 and enjoy all types of books.

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Bookworm 441 (Bridgwater)

I like murder mysteries, sci fi, fantasies, wartime dramas and the occasional biography. Would like to broaden my horizons a bit and encounter new authors.

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Mark (Clevedon)

I am an author , just releasing my debut novel

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Bookish Amy (Taunton)

Hiya, looking to start a book club in Taunton to meet monthly on a weekday evening, with books spanning both fiction and non-fiction. In fiction I particularly enjoy cosy crime, fantasy, classics, contemporary literature and historical fiction; in non-fiction, I enjoy history, philosophy, science and societal commentaries. Would like to discover some new and interesting reads!

Bookish Amy recommends:

Mort by Terry Pratchett
Mort
by Terry Pratchett | Buy this book
Pratchett is the absolute pinnacle of fantasy writing for me as he combines it with a razor sharp wit and societal satire. Mort is a particularly good entry book for anyone interested in the Discworld series of books.
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