Book clubs in Reading

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

Riya

Hello! I'm 24 and live in Reading. I haven't finished a book in ages and would love to get into reading. These days, I lean more toward Christian and Catholic content. However, I also enjoy reading about history and adventure, such as The Secret Letters of the Monk Who Sold His Ferrari or The Alchemist. I used to read a lot of crime and horror in high school, but now I can't seem to consume scary or crime-related content without having nightmares. Besides history and adventure, I'm keen on reading about science, politics, economics, and sociology. My goal is to join a book club to stay accountable and make reading a habit.

Josie

Hi I'm Josie, I'm 33 and I recently moved to Reading with my husband and kids. I love reading a wide variety of books, but my favourite genres are fantasy, cozy crime and historical. I also really love crafting. I'm looking to make new friends and talk about books over coffees.

Josie recommends:

Strange the Dreamer

by Laini Taylor | Learn more and buy

I love this fantasy book as it uses medieval Spain and the Middle East to form an interesting and different magical world. Taylor also uses this space to discuss the aftermath of violent revolution on all of its survivors.

Barry

I am a writer and reader living just outside of reading, looking for a book club to join, or for writing friends to join our writing group. I generally read sci-fi but am open to any genre for book club purposes, I'm happy to expand my reading habits.

Lily

Hi! I am 20 years old and live in Reading while at university.i love reading and discussing books but none of my friends have an interest in reading so im looking for a group to talk with!

Lily recommends:

On earth we’re briefly gorgeous

by Ocean Vuong | Learn more and buy

This book is heartbreaking. Sobbed uncontrollably in the best way possible. The writing f is poetic and gorgeous <3

The song of achilles

by Madeline miller | Learn more and buy

A popular book for a reason, this book got me into reading.

Young mungo

by Douglas Stuart | Learn more and buy

Similar to my love for shuggie Bain. This book is painful and moving.

Irene

Bookworm recently moved to Reading with my family. Interested in feminist and Spanish speaking bookclubs.

Freya

Hey! I’m Freya, I’m 19 and I have been wanting to join a book community for quite some time. I love books, especially detective stories or depraved literature, and always wanted to be part of a book club in school but just felt too shy to step out of my comfort zone. I’m looking for a group of people aged 18 and over as I’d like to broaden my social circle and hear from lots of different age groups.

Freya recommends:

The Secret Place

by Tana French | Learn more and buy

I love French’s centralisation of Dublin and her highly visual style that engrosses you in to the world of the Murder Squad series. However, I enjoyed this book the most as it presented the kinship between a group of young girls as almost magical in a way that resonated with me so much, increased by an actual supernatural element she involves that draws them closer. I would recommend to anyone even if they’re not in to detective novels, as I believe it’s accessible to people that are interested in lots of different genres.

G

want to meet new people and read more too

Hannah

I am an avid reader - I primarily love thrillers, fantasy, historical fiction and mystery but honestly am open to any and all books! I'm a mum of one looking for a bit of solo time - I live quite close to the town center and would have so much fun chatting about books (and life!) with other women. :)

Bookworm

I’m 68 (recently retired) and looking to join a book club in the area to socialise and explore new and exciting novels with likeminded people.

Ashleigh

I’ve recently moved to England and miss my book club in Australia, and would love to meet people to chat about books with (I’m in my mid 20s). I like detective novels, contemporary romances, fantasy and science fiction, but am open to trying new things!

jennyf

I love non fiction and fiction. I especially like the classics

Rita

Hello! I'm back in Reading after 5 years and ready to build my roots here. I love reading all sorts of genres but my favourites are non fiction. I'd like to find a group to keep up on the reading, meet new people and have a space to discuss interesting topics.

Amanda

Looking for a group to socialise and read with

Shinhwa

I used to read a lot of books when I was young. But I want to get back into reading! I love crime thrillers, horrors and other fiction. Some of my favourite authors are C.S. Lewis, Jo Nesbo, John Boyne, Markus Zusak and Sydney Sheldon. I also like to read Christian non-fiction books as well. I would love to connect with like minded people and chat about books! Ideally join a book club, make friends and hang out for coffees, walks etc.

Roshni

Hi I'm Roshni and 21 years old, living in central Reading. My current favourite genres are science-fiction, historical and political fiction. I appreciate diverse perspectives and interpretations of books I've read - and I'd love to join a book club and discuss my experiences!

Roshni recommends:

Flowers for Algernon

by Daniel Keyes | Learn more and buy

The form of story-telling is engrossing - we follow the main character through a life-changing event that is reflected not only in his experiences, but also the author's style of writing.

Half of A Yellow Sun

by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie | Learn more and buy

Beautiful plot, and very educative. The characters and events envoked such strong feelings for me, and although it is a (very) long read - I completed it in 3 sittings, it's absolutely riveting.

Nibby

I am a language teacher, retired airline crew,. I like reading historical fiction mainly, and anything else interesting,

Emilia

I love books and I love seeing where a story can take you. My genre is novels with interesting and well structured characters that you discover bit by bit. I am bilingual and I am intrigued by the use of words and how they can be used to convey an image or a feeling.

Emilia recommends:

Fresh water for flowers

by Valerie Perrin | Learn more and buy

A delicate story beautifully told .

BookWorm1995

I love reading and I am very interested in fiction. I especially love crime/detective books

Stephanie

I have always read, dipped in and out throughout life but the last couple of years, I’ve really fallen in love with it again. The genre I enjoy is romantasy. I’d love to be part of a book club to share thoughts and recommendations. My friends are not readers and I love meeting new people!

Almareadsbooks

Recently became a single mum who loves to read and no longer have someone to share stories with. Would love to find some community.

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