Book clubs in Bristol

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

Added 3 days ago

Betty

I love crime fiction, gothic novels and really everything. I’ve lost my motivation to read so I think joining a book club will help me rediscover my love for it.

Added 24 days ago

T

I like a mixture of genres, usually fantasy with romance. Looking to find a small knit book club in my local area, where we can be excited about books!

Added 26 days ago

N

I'm a 24 year old interested in joining a book club in Redland or Clifton, or meeting with others as a sort of "motivation" to read different or longer books. Interested in some sci-fi, gothic horror and modern classics genre wise, though I would say if it's a good story written well, I'll give it a go. I usually have a lot of opinions at the end of a book so would love to be able to discuss with others. It would also be great to meet people, and added bonus I love baking so would be happy to provide some baked goods!

N recommends:

Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep

by Philip K Dick | Learn more and buy

A very interesting world to get immersed in, and a great length to read over a couple of days.

The Collector

by John Fowles | Learn more and buy

Well written from multiple perspectives

Maddie

Hi, I am an accountant and cyclist and looking to broaden my horizons a bit and would love to meet new people in Bristol

Victoria P

I set up and ran a book club in London for over 10 years - now looking to join one in BS7 - have started reading again after a break and find I want to talk about the books I read. Am open to genres - finding books in charity shops and the little free libraries I find outside homes.

Victoria P recommends:

The Marriage Portrait

by Maggie O'Farrel | Learn more and buy

A page of description to create an atmosphere where a look says so much! She's an exquisite writer - I am transported to the time and place. In the scene with the tiger I can feel and smell the environment - just beautiful. The descriptions, storytelling, tension, emotion - its all there.

zoe

I'm a slow reader that loves to discuss and analyse and argue. Some of my favourite authors include Susanna Clarke, Donna Tartt, Shirley Jackson and Ursula K. Le Guin. Currently trying to dip my toes into some translated classics. Open to anything with good writing :)

Alice

Hi I'm Alice! I've never actually read that much but when I do I really enjoy it, and I thought a good way to get myself to while maybe meeting some people is to join a book club. I'm interested in mystery, sci-fi/fantasy and horror but I'm not really sure what authors I'd like. My other hobbies would be drawing and video games, and I have a special interest in transformers.

Tiff!

Hey!! I’m a 24yr old slightly burnt out manager and my escape is books! love many genres but my go to has always been fantasy. Brandon Sanderson is one of my favourite authors! also love a bit of non fiction… classics sometimes… hit me up and lets be friends on goodreads!!

Tiff! recommends:

The Final Empire

by Brandon Sanderson | Learn more and buy

Urgh. The perfect story. Strong protagonist, rags to riches, an incredibly suave mentor character… I love it so much.

David proto

im gay and love reading

Claire

I like to read horror books, mysteries, and police procedurals. From authors like Rick Wood, Chris Carter, and Richard Osman. I would like to find a group in South Bristol in the evening where I can discover new authors and read some things outside of my norm.

Claire recommends:

The Hangman's Daughter

by Oliver Potzch | Learn more and buy

This is a historical murder mystery set in Schongau, Bavaria, in the mid-1600s. Jakob is the village hangman, and his daughter, Magdalena, is headstrong and determined to control her own life. The book is clever, and the characters are believable, particularly as the hangman is based on the author's ancestor.

Joshua

Working my way through a list of important books and all time classics

Gotala

Looking for a book club in North Bristol

Nigel

I'm a retired doctor, author and painter based in Eastville. I've mostly read historical and literary fiction but I'm exploring new-to-me genres such as Sci Fi and Sci Fantasy to find authors I like.

Nigel recommends:

Fraud

by Zadie Smith | Learn more and buy

A dive into what freedom means for women of a certain age and for people with Afro-Caribbean heritage, the scars and humiliations of centuries of slavery, the question of reparations. I still puzzle over the motivations of Andrew Bogle but I admire the way that Zadie brings him alive and articulate. A great novel much maligned or misunderstood in other reviews.

Aiyesha

Im 23 years old, I love reading, I moved to Bristol a few months ago and am hoping to find/join a book club to make new friends and just enjoy new books. I love thrillers, romance and fantasy books.

Keen reader

I am a mother of 3 and my children have just started schools/preschool so I have time for myself again. I used to love reading before I had children and would love to make some new friends and discuss our thoughts about books over coffee!

JonathanCR

Interested in sci-fi, fantasy, historical fiction - anything with immersive worlds to get lost in!

JonathanCR recommends:

To be taught, if fortunate

by Becky Chambers | Learn more and buy

I have never read anything else like it. The sense of exploration and scientific wonder - and isolation from the world - is incredibly appealing!

Lu

We would like to start a book club in Southmead but wondering how we can make it accessible to people who would not be able to purchase a book every few weeks.

Ellie

Hiiii! I am a 26 year old who has recently got into reading and I am interested in joining a friendly book club to make new friends discussing books and general chitchat, ideally around Patchway. I like all sorts from crime, fantasy, slice of life, historic.

Stace

I love reading and would love to meet like-minded people to chat about books we have read and make new friends.

Rosie

Hello! I have just moved to Bristol and am looking to join a book group or even just meet others who love books like I do! I’m a 26 year old woman and I enjoy psychological thrillers, crime books, dystopians, feel good books, drama’s, mental health/crime narrative non-fiction, and the occasional well written romance. My favourite recent reads are: The Book Thief, The Devil You Know, Romantic Comedy, Before I go to Sleep, All the Colours of the Dark, Daisy Jones & the Six, Room, and The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo. Give me an email if you think our interests align or if you have an opening in your book group? 😊

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