Book clubs in Sunderland

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

Added 5 days ago

isabella

hello, my name is isabella, i'm 16 and i'm hoping to meet some friends to talk about books with as me and my friend would like to start our own book club/bookish group. some of the genres that we're interested in are: fantasy, philosophy, romance and classical literature however we're open to reading anything!! however, we're only willing to meet up with people who are 21 and under as that will be more suitable for us.

Added 5 days ago

KT

I'm a teacher who took early retirement to look after family and live life more fully. I love all things 'bookish' ... the feel & smell of a book will always be a joy to me. I will read absolutely anything but I am drawn to books which leave their mark long after I've read the last page. Looking to join ( or even start up) a book club in Sunderland.

Added 18 days ago

Ells

Hey, i’m an avid reader, especially contemporary and literary fiction, I love any kind of book about morally-grey women, women who are off-putting or just a little bit weird e.g. Boy Parts by Eliza Clark. I also like reading non-fiction, particularly more political books, I love anything Andrea Dworkin. I’d love to find others with similar reading interests to myself.

Ells recommends:

Penance

by Eliza Clark | Buy this book

you will not be able to put this DOWN

Added 21 days ago

Amy

Hi 👋 I’ve always been a reader, although after a long period of not reading I’m finding my love for reading again! I enjoy fantasy books and contemporary romance usually but always looking for recommendations!

Samantha (prefer Sam)

I was a big reader when I was younger but then life got too busy. I fell in love with reading again in September 2023 thanks to a friend. I'm obsessed with both Books and Cats! 📚🐈 I'm always switching between physical books, my kindle, and borrowbook app. ✨ My Instagram:@samw1984 Hoping to post more book content 😊 goodreads.com/user/show/172694124-sam-metcalfe My go-to Genres: Contemporary Romance, Mystery & Thrillers, Sci-Fi & Fantasy. However I'm up to reading most Genres. 💙

Samantha (prefer Sam) recommends:

How to Stop Time

by Matt Haig | Buy this book

What a book - so original! I really hope they make this book into a movie like there is talks of. Definitely one I am going to be thinking about for a long time, loved the history and Tom was just such an amazing character! 100% recommend 5*

Ellen

I'm 23 mainly read romance and fantasy however I'm interested in horror as well :)

Ellen recommends:

Once Upon a Broken Heart

by Stephanie Garber | Buy this book

This series is my favourite especially the 2nd book 'The Ballad of Never After' the world and imagery is beautiful. Whimsical in all the best ways!

lra

my name is liam and my favourite genres are historical fiction, grim dark fantasy. I'm free most evenings and weekends would like to meet new people andexpand my book horizons.

lra recommends:

Flashman series

by GM Frasier | Buy this book

wickedly funny , excellently researched with some really nuanced takes on prickly historical events.

Treen

I would like to meet new people and share my enjoyment of reading. I usually read crime or thrillers but I’m also interested in fantasy and expanding my reading horizons. I work as a teacher during the week so weekend or evening book clubs would be best.

Jemj

Love crime but will give most genres a go. Recently moved to Hetton and looking for coffee and book friends.

Laura

I’m looking to talk about books and make friends!!

Fiona

I enjoy reading and I love sharing books and having someone to analyse the plot with. I also love meeting new people so joining a book club ticks all the boxes

Fiona recommends:

Yellowface

by Rebecca F Kuang | Buy this book

The twists and turns. The characters. The perspective of the main character - fascinating

Caroline

I've just moved back to the area, I'm looking forward to chatting about books (I like historical fiction, cozy crime, some classics) and making new friends.

Liz

I'm a retired nurse, 62. Live in Sunderland. Mainly read historical fiction, but willing to read most genres. Looking for a day time group preferably.

Stephen

I live in Sunderland but work in Newcastle, hoping for an evening group. Fantasy, Sci-fi and horror are my main go to books. Looking for an incentive to expand my horizons.

Kathleen

I enjoy a broad spectrum ..probably easier to say what least interests me …sci-fi and mysticism. Looking to broaden my horizons

Sunderland Book Club

Sunderland book club meets on the third Wednesday of each month from 6-7 at Diego’s Joint in Sunderland. It’s FREE!

Catherine

I am an avid book reader especially crime and psychological thrillers but will try most genres I work so would be more interested in an evening group I would like to meet new people and share my enjoyment of a good book

Lesley

Recently retired nurse Enjoy most genres Cozy crime and psychological thrillers are my favourites Looking to meet new friends as well

Jo

Crime Fiction

Jo Collier

I am interested in exploring all genres. I am female 56 and a Social Worker for Stockton Borough Council in the Fostering Team. I live in Sunderland but work in the Redcar and Cleveland, North Yorkshire, Middlesbrough, Billingham, Stockton, Thornaby and Hartlepool areas and would prefer to join an after work group in one of these areas.

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