Book clubs in Basingstoke

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MystyAngel

I'm Mercy, a trainee Occupational Therapist and mum based in Basingstoke. Reading has always been one of my favourite ways to relax, learn, and escape into different worlds. Since moving to the area, I'd love to meet like-minded people and become part of a local community. I'm looking to join a book group because I enjoy hearing different viewpoints, exploring books I wouldn't normally choose, and sharing thoughtful discussions in a friendly setting.

Gail

Hi, I'm looking to start a book club in Basingstoke. What day is best and where? Town centre?

Val (25)

Hi, I’m Val! I’m a huge fan of all things fantasy and romance and I’d love to meet other people that I can discuss books with. I’d love to have a regular meet-up.

Val (25) recommends:

Fourth Wing

by Rebecca Yarros | Learn more and buy

Amazing worldbuilding, plot, romance and some truly wonderful characters. Strong and intelligent FMC

Ben

I'm 27, love to read fantasy, and sometimes non-fiction. Also love playing chess badly. Would love a friend to talk to about books or random stuff :)

Ben recommends:

A memory of light (wheel of time)

by Robert Jordan, Brandon sanderson | Learn more and buy

Generally just the entire wheel of time series is an absolute classic, the final book was amazing.

Flump_17

I’m a lover of books in most genres, who is looking for some stretch and challenge in her reading. Looking forward to meeting likeminded people 🙂

FranklyStein

A lifelong book lover with a passion for historical fiction, horror, sci-fi, and fantasy. I enjoy immersive storytelling, rich world-building, and thought-provoking narratives that stay with you long after the last page. Some of my all-time favorites include The Road by Cormac McCarthy, Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett, and Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin. Always looking to connect with like-minded readers who love deep discussions, new book recommendations, and the occasional debate over the best (or worst) adaptations. Let’s talk books!

FranklyStein recommends:

Pillars of the Earth

by Ken Follett | Learn more and buy

Pillars of the Earth is an epic blend of history, drama, and ambition, featuring rich medieval detail, complex characters, and a gripping story of power, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of a grand vision.

Marton

Contemporary fiction, social sciences and classics.

BewitchedVal

I like a variety of genres, including WW2 fiction, non fiction about women, poetry, fiction set in Italy, France and other countries I have travelled to, and recognise the places, chick lit. Crime novels by a huge number of authors.

Francesca

Hi, I’m 22. I love to read anything fantasy, romance and thriller. I am looking for people to discuss books and make book besties by joining a book club!

Francesca recommends:

The Serpent and the Wings of Night

by Carissa Broadbent | Learn more and buy

Most recent 5 star read, I loved the plot of this.

Abi

In my mid 20's and trying to be more social and expand my reading to both fiction and non fiction, keen to meet new people and talk all things books. Currently diving to get into romantasy but i am a massive Agatha Christie fan (I love a whodunnit) and open to all genres and tropes.

Abi recommends:

This Is How You Lose the Time War

by Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone | Learn more and buy

It is different to my usual reads but i love it especially considering for how short it is it packs a punch that i absolutely loved. The love story woven across time, place and worlds is created with so much care and charm that i love chasing and being chased with Blue and Red.

Frankie

I'm 25 and wanted to find people with similar interests and talk about more interesting topics. I wouldn't say I'm a hard-core bookworm but I do love to read. I'm recently into books written by Taylor Reid jenkins.

Basingstoke

Basingstoke bookclub; Pages and Pours, will have its third meeting on Wednesday 22nd of October at 7pm at The Bounty Inn, Basingstoke. We’ll be discussing this book: You Exist Too Much by Zaina Arafat Please get in touch if you coming so we know to look out for you!

B-B Reader

I’m a 50ish northerner who’d like to discover some different authors & genres & meet some fellow bookworms. I’ve been reading easy chick-lit for too long.

Billie

Hi, I'm 23 and mostly read thrillers but also like the odd romance and WW2 book. I'm looking to meet people in the area and join a book club

Billie recommends:

Do the Birds Still Sing in Hell?

by Horace Greasley | Learn more and buy

It's a true story based on the events of the author Horace, and his journey in a POW camp during WW2 and his love for one of the guards daughters.

Elaine

Hi I’m setting up a book club in Basingstoke First meet up is on Thursday 26th of June at 7pm at The Bounty Inn We’ll be discussing this book: Drive Your Plough Over the Bones of the Dead by Olga Tokarczuk You can find us on Instagram @ pages_and_pours_basingstoke And on Facebook @ Pages & Pours (If you haven’t read the book please come along anyway)

Carina

I love reading, but don't know many people here in Basingstoke and looking to hopefully join a bookclub, for social purposes and the love of reading

Laëtitia

I love mythology, fantasy, sci-fi. The more whimsical a world you can get lost in the more drawn in I am to explore it. Growing up I was obsessed with Percy Jackson and the Immortal instruments series. Looking for a small group with similar interests and to rekindle my love of reading.

Laëtitia recommends:

HONEYCOMB

by Joanne M. Harris with Charles Vess | Learn more and buy

A book of interwoven poetic fairy tales with pretty illustrations. Has even inspired me to make a few things

This is how you lose the time war

by Max Gladstone, Amal El-Mohtar | Learn more and buy

Explorative scifi letter writing between two forbidden lovers at war.

Red rising

by Pierce Brown | Learn more and buy

mythology of all cultures woven into a scfi galaxy where the lowest of the low can rise up to godhood blood

Basingstoke Book Club

We have a New Book Club started In Basingstoke Please contact me Rhardy0982@gmail.com 1st meet Wednesday September 7.00 till 9.00pm Places going fast

Stu

So, there seems to be a proliferation of people looking to join clubs (myself included) near to me, with a distinct lack of options. With this in mind I’m considering (underlined, in bold AND italics) starting one. I’ll list my preferences below and if anyone is genuinely interested please feel free to contact me via this site. Once I gauge interest I’ll consider (underlined, in bold AND italics) whether or not to bite the bullet and actually set one up. Feel free to include your preferences in any replies. My preferences: Once a month. In person. In a public place. Contemporary fiction (although open to ALL suggestions on any subjects). Round Robin of book selection. Book selector chairs the discussion at meeting. Errrr… can’t think of anything else at present. So please feel free to contact me via this site. My first reply will include my email address. Lastly, I can assure you all that I’m not a lunatic (and yes, I know that’s what a lunatic would say but what’s a guy supposed to do??).

Stu recommends:

The Count of Monte Cristo

by Alexandre Dumas | Learn more and buy

A rollicking historical romp of betrayal, revenge and regret. What’s not to love?

BlondieReads

In my late 30s looking for book friends. I enjoy reading romantasy and dark romance the most.

BlondieReads recommends:

Acotar series

by Sarah J maas | Learn more and buy

These series got me back into reading after 10+ years reading slump

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