Book clubs in Dumfries

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

Ian Hughes

Storm Child by Ian Hughes He was born into chaos. Raised by silence. And forged by every storm that tried to break him. Storm Child is a raw, lyrical memoir of a boy who grows up amid abandonment, abuse, and relentless adversity—and still dares to hope. Ian Hughes takes readers deep into the turbulent heart of a childhood scarred by trauma, tracing the painful memories and moments of grace that shaped him. From cold nights spent in fear to fleeting moments of connection, this is the story of a child forced to become his own protector, truth-teller, and guide. It’s also a story of light—of the resilience that emerges when a child refuses to disappear into the shadows. Unflinching, haunting, and ultimately redemptive, Storm Child is not just a memoir. It’s a voice for every survivor who was told to stay silent. A beacon for those still weathering the storm. And a testament to the truth: ACES matter. And healing is possible.

Curtis

Avid fantasy reader have read thousands over the last 40 years but have never had anyone to talk to about books, have found most of my information via Facebook groups but would be good to chat to local readers over a brew or a beer.

Curtis recommends:

The Queens Executioner

by Christopher Mitchell | Buy this book

The first on the Magelands epic series tells the story of Daphne Holdfast and her families rise to prominence in a world full of mages and gods. Epic fantasy at its finest.

Josh

I read a lot of fantasy and I'm currently trying to expand what genres I read. None of my friends are book readers, so being able to meet other people who read as much as I do would be nice.

Josh recommends:

The Cosmere

by Brandon Sanderson | Buy this book

Not a book but a shared universe and just absolutely incredible.

Mistborn: The Final Empire

by Brandon Sanderson | Buy this book

While the Stormlight Archive is my absolute favourite series from Sanderson, Mistborn Era 1 will always be special to me for being the first series I read through.

Loverofstories

Hi been reading stories from the library, but looking to make my hobby more social.

Christine

I enjoy reading mainly fiction.Once a month book club would be great.

Iain

I read sporadically and feel a book club would keep me more structured in reading. I like crime, investigative and undiscovered Scottish writers but generally would give any book a shot. Dont judge a book as they say. Meeting up weekly or fortnightly would suit.

Rebecca

I love romance books and looking for people to talk about them with and have no clue where to start and i have no idea if there's anyone near me to do this with.

Rebecca recommends:

Terms and Conditions

by Lauren Asher | Buy this book

I can't put into words what I like about it I just know that it will be forever one of my favourite books along with the entire dreamland billionaire series.

Stella

Avid fantasy book reader

Emmalou

I'd like to have other people to discuss books with.

Before the coffee gets cold

Recently moved to the area and looking for a new book group. Used to inperson and zoom groups but struggling to find either near me in Thornhill

Caroline

I live in Dumfries and am looking to join a book club to meet new friends and read and discuss books.

Sophie

I love to read, but often struggle with what to choose. So I was hoping I could find a book club that's loosely structured. I would also love to be able to talk about the things I've read and hear others opinions.

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