Book clubs in Bournemouth

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

s4ndw1ch3s

Hi, I’m 20 and currently living in Bournemouth! I’ve recently hit a book slump and would love to get back into reading and make a few book friends!

Jessica

20 years old. At university in Lancaster but graduating soon and hoping to join a book club during the summer and continue on. I particularly love fantasy, romance/dark/any!, politics/feminism/philosophy and i want to get into some more thrillers too!!! Would love to meet new people and just chat absolute rubbish over books really <3

Charli

Hi, I’m 21 years old. I’ve been in and out of motivation for over 7 years of reading and just gotten into it again. I’m hoping to make some friends and I would like to get some help on what to read and what is interesting to some people and what isn’t. I also like most genres, into romance/dark atm too.

B3B

Hi, I’m 22 years old and recently moved to Bournemouth. I enjoy reading and want to make it a regular part of my routine. Joining a book club seems like a great way to meet fellow book lovers and share ideas. Plus, there’s nothing better than discussing a good book over a cozy cup of hot chocolate!

Ella

Hi, my name is Ella and I am 23. I started my reading journey beginning of 2024 and have really enjoyed the experience. I love reading crime, romance and fantasy books at the moment and I’m looking to join a fun, social book club.

Natalie

I am 29 and I’ve recently moved to the area and have started to read more regularly. I enjoy crime / romance and I’ve started to give fantasy a go! I’d love to meet some people to grab a coffee/share book recommendations!

Shannon

I’m 25 and live in Bournemouth. I pretty much read anything but mostly crime and fantasy. I’d love to join a local book club or make local book friends.

Abigail

Im a 25 year old who loves to read and drink coffee! Im mainly into romance/dark romance and just started getting into fantasy. Having recently relocated to the area, I’d love to make some new friends that are also into similar books. Aside from reading I love going for walks/coffee and shopping!

Billie-Anna

I’m looking to join a book club locally! Currently on a romantasy binge, I just finished the Throne of Glass series but love all kinds of fiction!

Chemene

Hi, I'm a 49 year old female looking to meet new people & obviously have a love for reading. I'm into thrillers & horrors. I'm currently reading The End of her by Shari Lapena. Also love Lisa Jewell & Claire Douglas books.

Julia

Hey! I'm 24yo who just relocated to Bournemouth. I don't have specific favourite book genre as I love to explore new ones! At the moment, I'm focusing on books with some life morals, maybe some philosophy to help me nourish and contribute to my life. I'd love to have a discussion on certain topics as I'm always curious about perspectives I haven't considered. Since I work remotely it would be nice to make some friends too!

Jordan

29M. A self-confessed Stephen King addict and a fan of all things thriller, horror, and crime, but I also enjoy a touch of romance and have a penchant for some satire, history and—basically, I’m open to anything! I recently relocated to Bournemouth and work remotely, so I spend a lot of time on my ownsome (mostly reading!) . I’m looking to join some local clubs and make new friends. :)

Jordan recommends:

The Truth About the Harry Quebert Affair

by Joel Dicker | Buy this book

A beautifully narrated and told story of the unrewarded toils of love, life, and an author's journey to unravel a mystery.

Mary

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.

Maddy

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!

Midas

Would like to join a book club.

Kieren

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

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.

Kai

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

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.

Loz recommends:

Popcorn

by Ben Elton | Buy this book

Seamlessly and shamelessly moves you through a story of unadulterated fiction…..

Matilde

hi! i have lived in bournemouth for 5 years and looking to join a book club and make some new friends with similar interests! i read a bit of everything and my latest faves include: the bell jar by sylvia plath, and then there were none by agatha christie + anything sally rooney :)

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