Book clubs in Bradford

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

TI

I like a bit of everything. At the moment, I've been reading fiction and non-fiction around the British Raj. I've loved Jodi Picoult, Khaled Husseini, Jane Austen, the Brontes, Harper Lee, Rasana Atreya, Jojo Moyes, Freida McFadden, Thrity Umrigar, A Helwa, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, etc. I'm a stay at home mum and not many of the people around me enjoy books. It would be nice to discuss the thoughts people have on the books that feel impactful.

Rakhshandah

I’m Rakhshandah, a passionate lifelong learner with a background in science and a deep love for meaningful conversations. As a mother and carer, my days are often busy and emotionally charged, so I find great comfort in reading, it offers me a chance to pause, reflect, and recharge. I’m looking to join a book group to connect with others who enjoy thoughtful discussion, explore diverse perspectives, and be part of a supportive, enriching community that encourages personal growth through literature. *Reading Interests & Book History* Past Interests: Avid reader of Urdu literature, including novels, short stories, and poetry. Favourite genres included spiritual fiction, romantic realism, and reflective essays. Recently Read Books: 1. The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle – Most favourite (deep impact on present-moment awareness and inner peace) 2. Atomic Habits by James Clear – (helped develop small but powerful lifestyle changes) 3. The Forty Rules of Love by Elif Shafak – (appreciated for its spiritual depth and parallel storytelling) 4. The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho – (enjoyed for its inspirational message and mystical storytelling)

Rabia

Hii my name is Rabia and I’m 18. I love to read classics and I love playing chess. I love building healthy friendships with people and I’ve always been involved with theatre and the arts - I’ve had to stop after leaving secondary which left me to being less social and having bad mental health as I was forced to study something that is considered more “serious” I am from Bradford and I’m not sure if anyone here wants to get to know and share this hobby??

Andy

Big reader, mostly horror but I do read other genres from time to time. Looking for like minded people to chat about books and maybe introduce me to some new authors.

Andy recommends:

Coffin Moon

by Keith Rosson | Learn more and buy

I'm not the biggest vampire fan but this one really pulled me in.

JoanneHelen

I love reading. Be it poetry, novels, memoirs. I would like to join a book club and talk to like minded people about whichever book is the focus.

ZN

I'm a fun yet introverted person. Most of my friends live in different cities so I am looking to form a new circle of friends and start to develop my love for reading once again.

Emma

I’m new to the book club Wanna be reading something fun or that makes me want to read more I’m 26

Book Girls

A safe space for like minded individuals to explore new genres which they would never usually try

Kayleigh

I’m 30, from West Yorkshire. I like mystery, thriller, horror, fantasy books. My favourite authors are Stephen King, Dan Brown, Michael Crichton and James Patterson

Kayleigh recommends:

Jurassic Park

by Michael Crichton | Learn more and buy

It’s completely different from the film and I never took my eyes off it, so detailed and amazing

Amber

I’m a 23 year old mum to a 14 month old boy who works part time in childcare. I love to read during my spare time but often find it hard to find that time. I read on all formats, physical, audiobook and kindle. My favourite genres are romantasy, thrillers and romance. I would love to find some local book friends that I can talk to about the books I read (especially the jaw dropping twists!!) and maybe join a book club :)

Amber recommends:

Never Lie

by Freida McFadden | Learn more and buy

The twists are amazing! I couldn’t put it down.

AishaBooks10

I love fantasy, romance and generational stories. Interested in finding like minded people to share my passion with!

Alan

Language and story keeps one alive. They outlast us. Yet stories do not die. They become other stories. Don't they?

Alan recommends:

COLD MOUNTAIN

by Charles Frazier | Learn more and buy

Good literature is almost impossible to define. Partly it is the quality of silence between words. The quality of silence at the end of a line. COLD MOUNTAIN is a journey. Although there is a destination, it is written without a horizion. One can hear Henry James or Anais Nin saying... 'All stories of worth are about love.' Even within tragedy there is a kindling. An emotional gravity one cannot resist. Compelling narrative and characters become insperable from ourselves. Story has no end. It becomes other stories.

ShaunaL

I’ve loved reading since I was a kid, nobody I know likes books like I do so I’m looking to meet people who are likeminded

Jacky

Hello , I am semi retired self employed, who would like to join an active local group for fun and social events . I like to read mainly crime / thriller my daughter is a detective maybe that got me on that subject , but I like a range of genres . I am originally from Peru , I speak Spanish and like travelling a lot . Would love to meet new people who have similar interests to me .

Brooke

I love reading any kind of book and I want to join a community of similar people and make some new friends and im 20 years old

Mohammed Amin

I always enjoyed reading when I was growing up, one of the first books I read was in my teens which was the autobiography of Malcolm X which had a profound influence on my thinking and opened up my young and impressionable mind to the injustice and cruelty of racism and oppression of black people in America. I remember having a dictionary on hand as I didn't understand some of the meanings of the words and also ensuring I could use some of these concepts and words to ask adults critical questions aswell as impress my friends with my expanded vocabulary. I have a wide selection of books at home which I've purchased throughout the years by looking at reviews aswell as previewing the book to check it piqued my interest. Since the advent of the Internet, social media, satellite TV and smartphones I don't read anymore and when I do read I do it without purpose or concentration, I want to discover my love of reading and meet like minded people who I can share my passion with and develop my understanding and appreciation of knowledge, language and the human condition.

Mohammed Amin recommends:

48 laws of power

by Robert Greene | Learn more and buy

Excellent book that details how humans have used and misused power throughout history, you will be able to pick upon some of the 48 laws that you have used to dominate others and other laws which people have used to exploit you for their self interest. The book draws upon various true stories that illustrate the use of the law aswell as the cost if you ignore the reality of the law. There is a summary at the end of each chapter aswell as the authors insight of reversals of the law (situations where you shouldn't observe the law as it is counterproductive to your self interest) There are a good number of quotes from famous figures in history and across cultures aswell that entertains and informs you. Even if you are not interested in gaining power, there are alot of tools you can use to guard yourself from situations and people who will manipulate you and take advantage for their own ends.

Hannah

Avid reader, looking for some pals to chat and share common interests 😊

Hannah recommends:

Parable of the sower

by Octavia e butler | Learn more and buy

Almost like a premonition. Very topical dealing with some current issues. Set in the future which is now present day. Dangers of climate change and capitalism/breakdown of society.

Douglas

Hi im 53,I've loved reading since I was ten and read the hobbit. Since then I've never not been reading. Over 40 years later I read sll sorts , fantasy is my first love but I'll also read classics, graphic novels, crime, history etc etc.. I love to talk about books too

Douglas recommends:

Jane eyre

by Charlotte Bronte | Learn more and buy

It's a true classic , you follow jane through many trials of her life , a must read for me.

House on the cerulean sea

by Tj klune | Learn more and buy

Simply one of the loveliest heart warming books I've ever read. A fantasy book filled with funny interestingly odd characters and love.

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Claire

Not many of my friends enjoy reading so I would love to meet/chat with like minded readers and discover new books :)

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