Book clubs in York

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

Wolflover

I'd love to find a book group in York to read and chat about all things sci-fi and fantasy! Fav authors include Adrian Tchaikovsky, Scott Lynch and Michelle Paver, and the humour of the HTTYD books makes me cackle to this day

Jen

I struggle to meet people and build friendships due to my neurodiversity, however I love to read and will read almost anything, I love the sense of escape and adventure it gives me and what better way to meet people than to join with others who love books as much as I do.

Bruce

I am looking to discover new books. Love a thriller, cyber, sci-fi or intelligence theme.

Bruce recommends:

Clean Account

by M. B. Rokeley | Learn more and buy

This book isn’t Hollywood hacking. It’s precise, methodical and uncomfortably realistic. It centres on a hidden exploit buried deep in the dark web, and what follows feels less like fiction and more like something that could genuinely exist. Thoughtful, tense and quietly chilling.

JenC15

Looking to expand my reading horizons with book club recommendations, as well as meet new friends after moving.

Stephie

I enjoy discussing (and learning about) history, folklore, literature, sociology, and all things supernatural and ghostly. I also like the idea that a book group would keep me accountable for reading the chosen materials. The internet has killed my attention span and I want it back!

Stephie recommends:

Julien’s House

by Judith Hawkes | Learn more and buy

A dreamily atmospheric book about a pair of married psychical researchers who move into a reputedly haunted house in order to prove or disprove the local stories. The subtlety of the hauntings; the slow trickle of information that the wife receives without being aware—-because how many of us imagine that our most fleeting thoughts might be whispered into our subconscious by someone we can neither see with our eyes or hear with our ears? And the husband, desperately jealous of his wife’s off the charts psychic gifts and unable to perform sexually, suddenly finds himself sexually attracted to his wife again. Is it just the new environment? Is it some sort of physical, hormonal change in him? Is it an eighteen year old boy who was desperately in love with his young stepmother? No clear answers come as the tension between the couple and the intensity of the haunting build. The author’s extensive reading in early 20th century spiritualist literature adds an overlay of the scientifically presented romanticism of the time, and the changes in light and shadow throughout the day are almost a character themselves. A book so good that after having bought and read the paperback to death, I sought out and bought the hardcover.

Sam Swales Snowden

I am a long time reader, my favourite go to hobby and even when I’m not reading a lot it’s always a bit before I go to bed ! I read everything fiction, classics, contemporary, memoirs, politics! Would like to meet others to discuss and get inspiration for the next read.

Tensor

I read every day, focusing a lot on science fiction but venturing out to whatever seems an interesting read. I'm looking to broaden my social circles and shared interests are the way to go!

Sarah

I am an avid reader with a particular love for fantasy, sci-fi and thrillers, though I'll happily pick up pretty much any genre. I'm always up for a good book chat and would like to meet some fellow readers.

Anna Davies

Lover of books, hoarder of stories, and devoted servant to a highly judgmental cat. When not buried in a novel, I can be found negotiating reading space with said feline, who firmly believes that all open books are, in fact, designated nap zones.

Anna Davies recommends:

Ada & Eddie

by Barry Harden | Learn more and buy

I received a preview copy of this engrossing thriller which I thought would interest you as it takes place in the North York Moors. Eddie is a humble, homeless man who lives in the moors, choosing to live among nature and animals rather than endure the cruelty of humans. He comes upon the body of a murdered young woman and reluctantly decides to bury her. Searching for tools in a nearby farmhouse, he meets Ada, a feisty widow who convinces him to report it to the authorities. Together they embark on a mission to discover the identity of the young woman, a pursuit that unwittingly brings them towards a collision course with political corruption, murder, and betrayal. The presence of a deeply entrenched mole within their group of confidants keeps the reader guessing their identity until the shocking finale. I couldn't put it down.

Geoff

Genres,will try anything,used to go to a book club at Market Weighton library some years ago and would like to try again.

Milo

I struggle to meet new people and figured this would be a good way to. I enjoy reading basically everything, though have a slight preference for Queer romance and fantasy, and want to talk about books with people. I would like to meet people who are over 18, as I'm 19. I am bi and trans (pronouns he/they), and most likely autistic, though still waiting to take my assessment.

Milo recommends:

Evergreen

by Sam Russell | Learn more and buy

An incredible fantasy that manages to merge multiple mythologies. It follow Adam, the first man, as he moves through human history trying to find his wife, Eve, and accidentally becomes the catalyst for many myths and legends. It's dual timeline set in the the modern day and 1191. It's currently only available as an audio book, but it is free on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcast and Audible. The narrator is incredible and it has amazing sound design, making the world feel really lived in.

Robyn11

Hi, I recently moved to York from out of the area. I got back into reading about a year ago, mainly fantasy. It would be great to meet local people with the same interest in books that I have.

Christa

Hi, I'm looking to join a book group to meet like minded readers and make new friends. I love reading classics, Sci fi, fantasy and YA.

BookLover25

I love crime and thrillers but I will read most books that have been recommended. I’ve always enjoyed talking about the books I’ve read and bonding over a love for reading.

Short Reads Club

We exclusively read short stories, typically two per session. I started the club because I'm a huge fan of short stories. Often overlooked, they take so much discipline and craft to write well and there are some absolute gems out there waiting to be discovered, whether theyre timeless classics, or fresh, contemporary takes. We meet every second and fourth Sunday of the month, at the Amnesty Bookshop on Micklegate. You can find more details on the Meetup App by looking for Short Reads Club, York. It's great for people who don't have time to read a whole novel around their other commitments, or for anyone just getting back into reading, as well as those of us who just love short stories. Some of our past reads include Shirley Jackson, Isaac Asimov, Edna O'Brien, Albert Campus, Naomi Booth, F Scott Fitzgerald, Jhumpa Lahiri and more, and we will definitely be revisiting some of them again in the future. We read across genres, welcoming suggestions from members. We do our best to make the chosen stories freely accessible, as well as providing teas, coffees and biscuits (there is a small attendance fee to cover admin). All are welcome, but there are limited spaces, so please do sign up on Meetup, or feel free to get in touch.

Olivia

Moving to York from the US and looking for a book club to join! Interested mainly in crime/thriller/mystery novels. Also interested in art, history and politics.

York Sci-fi Bookclub

I have a Bookclub! Yorks longest running scifi bookclub, available to all, used by few, over a decade of continuous operation. Currently meeting third Thursday of the month in the Minster Inn, 7:00pm.

Nelson.10pm

I would tell my younger self to read more; so take on my own advice. I’m looking forward to meeting people who regularly get last in the boundless world of books and upon their return, want to discuss their impressions.

Rosalind

Recently moved to York, I’ve always enjoyed reading. Enjoy reading recommended books as there are too many to chose from otherwise!

Rosalind recommends:

The Secret Garden

by Frances Hodgson Burnett | Learn more and buy

Beautifully written, can re read and enjoy every time.

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