Book clubs in Manchester

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

Added about 9 hours ago

Juka

Hello, i live in the south Manchester area and would love to join a book club that meets up. I enjoy reading a wide range of fiction genres but particularly like detective/murder /gothic /crime /psychological thriller /comedy. Just not science fiction.

Added 3 days ago

Alexandra

Hi all I’m 40 something woman who’s getting back into reading, I enjoy fantasy/horror etc I’m based in Burnage would love to find a book club near me or I wouldn’t mind setting one up 😊

Added 3 days ago

Becky

I did a literature degree 20 years ago but had forgotten how much I love a story. Will read pretty much anything. Looking for a group to share a good story with.

Added 10 days ago

Jobiew

Hi. Loved to read all my life. Mainly thrillers / detective series. Open to new genres too. Looking for book club near the Middleton area

Added 17 days ago

Loz205

I enjoy reading a wide variety of books however have mainly read crime/thrillers

Added 19 days ago

RoshReads24

Hi! I was an avid reader as a child and have finally gotten back into proper reading again this year (I’m 29). Counting down to tick 65 books read this year but am still only halfway through! Would love to join an intimate book club with quality discussions rather than a big group setting. I read all kinds of contemporary fiction and am currently reading Pachinko.

Added 23 days ago

Michael

I'm 32 and just moved to Greater Manchester. Currently on a long reading stint and trying to read 52 in 2025. I read fairly broadly, enjoying classics and contemporary novels. For me, the stranger the premise the better. I value being able to discuss fiction reading in general with anyone and I'm open minded towards different tastes.

Michael recommends:

War of the Worlds

by H.G. Wells | Buy this book

Wonderfully paced and highly imaginative with iconic scene unfolding one after the other. The imagery of Martian tripods blasting through Victorian era London is alone a feast for the mind.

Boy Parts

by Eliza Clark | Buy this book

The most fun I've ever had following the life of an absolutely terrible person. A protagonist that is as equally cruel as she is beautiful with an internal world saturated with media consumption, personal ambition and spitefulness.

Stoner

by John Williams | Buy this book

A novel that reveals the heroics and great tragedies of a quiet, everyday life; a reminder that every passerby is silently moving through their own timelines with triumphs and terrors.

Brutes

by Dizz Tate | Buy this book

A gang of mischievous, worrisome and often gross girls get drawn into a local missing person case. Delivered in the most purple of prose that make you feel the hot, sticky, overbearing atmosphere of urban Florida.

Added 29 days ago

Raven

Love reading all kinds of stuff. Right now it’s romance fantasy (rofan) and manhwa, but I’m into thrillers and crime too. I'm curious by nature so also enjoy trying new things. Looking for people to talk about books with and share recommendations :)

Added 30 days ago

Nikki

Hi I’m Nikki 60 yr old love horror and detective stories and fantasy but always willing to try other genres would like to connect to other book lovers

Nikki recommends:

Going postal

by Terry pratchett | Buy this book

The redemption of s con man to someone who wants to save the postal service absolutely great read

Carrie

by Stephen king | Buy this book

tells the story of Carrie White, a shy high school outcast with telekinetic powers, who endures psychological abuse from her religious mother and torment from her peers.

Rishabh Rajesh

I am 21 and I am interested in books that deal with diverse genres of history, philosophy and politics. I am also open to reading sci fi that adheres to the boundaries of imaginable reality and classic novel. Do get in touch if you are interested. I am also looking to make new friends in the process :)

Ruthi3Readz

Hi! I'm Ruth & I'm 30. Moved to the City Centre. I've been a reader all my life but rediscovered my love for reading 3 years ago. I don't know anyone who reads the same genres I love but I've been part of a few online book clubs. I would like to join an in person book club (or start one) to meet people who love to read the genres I enjoy. My favourite genres are Fantasy, Science Fiction & Romance. Recently discovered that I also like Mysteries & Thrillers too. Started The Count of Monte Cristo and I am loving it. See some of my favourites below :)

Ruthi3Readz recommends:

The Hero of Ages

by Brandon Sanderson | Buy this book

The way everything came together in this series still blows my mind.

Jade Legacy

by Fonda Lee | Buy this book

The character work was masterfully done.

Golden Son

by Pierce Brown | Buy this book

Some of the scenes live rent free in my head. Pierce Brown will put you through the ringer.

Yours Truly

by Abby Jimenez | Buy this book

This is the best contemporary romance I've ever read. Its a character driven romance which makes the romance a standout.

Reign & Ruin

by J. D. Evans | Buy this book

The way the fantasy and romance plotlines came together was fantastic. The characters including the villain are well written.

The Kingdom of Copper

by S. A. Chakraborty | Buy this book

A fantasy set in a magical Middle Eastern kingdom based on Middle Eastern mythology.

Flamefall

by Rosaria Munda | Buy this book

A strong political plotline, intricate world-building & well written characters.

Heartless

by Elsie Silver | Buy this book

Cowboy Romance. I don't think I need to say anything more but it's fun, with good characters and a believable romance. Its the only Elise Silver book I recommend.

The Sword of Kaigen

by M. L. Wang | Buy this book

It is a book about so many things. It has some pacing issues but the characters will stick with you.

Sophie

Hi, I’m 32 and despite reading as a teenager only recently became obsessed! Will read most things but enjoy fantasy the most! Looking for a book club to meet people and share my opinions and get some good recommendations!

Bandini

Compulsive, convulsive close reader living in Chorlton cum Hardy, working as a chef by day and writing a novel about the restless underground - a radical imaginary of the bunkers and sewers below the streets of Manchester - by night. Loves: Beckett, Bennett, Borges, Bukowski, Bulgakov, Calvino, Camus, Carver, Cooper Clarke, de Assis, Dostoevsky, Fante, Fitzgerald, Hardy, Hurston, Kafka, Larkin, Le Carre, Lispector, Lorca, McCullers, Murata, O'Brien, Orwell, Pekar, Pinter, Saramago, Selvon, Sinclair, Spark, Svevo, Vonnegut.

Bandini recommends:

The Third Policeman

by Flann O'Brien | Buy this book

Hell is somewhere near Tullamore

Zari

I like all genres of book except romance and crime but open to particularly good books from even those categories

The Bookish Nook

Hello! Our small all-female book club is a welcoming space for women who love to read, connect, and share ideas. We meet once a month to disscus a new book, exploring a wide variety of genres—from contemporary fiction to thrillers, historical fiction, and more. Whether you're an avid reader or just getting back into books, you're invited to join us for meaningful conversation and great company.

Victoria

I like gothic horror, golden age detective fiction, Japanese detective stories, sci-fi, fantasy, Y/A, folklore

Jodie

I’m 27 years old and recently moved to Altrincham. I’m looking to join a book club to discuss books and to get new book recommendations. I like to read romance, Y/A fiction, history and autobiographies.

TJ

26, interested in a new hobby.

Gemma

I am Gemma, busy mum to 3 boys. I between working and looking after my sons, I love to read crime books, murder mystery and more recently I have got into some fantasy books. I would love to find a book club near by.

Woodyreads

Hey! I’m 26 (female) and obsessed with horror, crime, mystery, and thrillers. Always down to swap recs or dive into new genres—open to just about anything if it keeps me turning pages! Anyone down to read some of these genres together? Can be online or in person x I just need someone to talk about some of these shocking reads with 😫

Woodyreads recommends:

The last house on needless street

by Cartriona ward | Buy this book

The Last House on Needless Street is so eerie and clever—it constantly keeps you questioning what’s real. It’s unsettling but also surprisingly emotional, and it stuck with me long after I finished.

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