Have you been wanting to find like-minded book lovers, but you weren’t sure where to look? Well, look no further! We have several adult book clubs for you to enjoy throughout the year. Whether you prefer the classics or a thrilling read, we have a little something for everyone. New members are always welcome, and no registration is required.
This month, we’re discussing: The Maid by Nita Prose, Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano, Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney, We Could Be So Good by Cat Sebastian and Frankenstein by Mary W. Shelley.
Check below for meeting dates and links to our catalog. You can also pick up copies of the books from the 3rd Floor Service Desk one month before the book club meeting.
DIY Book Club Kits
Whether you’re part of a long-standing book club or looking to start a new one, we’re here to help! With our DIY Book Club Kits, you can browse our shelves for new and exciting titles for your club. To see what titles are available, browse the catalog here.
“The Maid” by Nita Prose
Chills & Thrills Book Club
Wednesday, October 2, 3–4 p.m.
Get chilled and thrilled with a good mystery and discussion.
The Maid by Nita Prose
Synopsis: When she discovers the dead body of the infamous and wealthy Charles Black in his suite, hotel maid Molly Gray finds her orderly life upended as she becomes the prime suspect in the case and is caught in a web of deception that she has no idea how to unravel.
“Hello Beautiful” by Ann Napolitano
Coffee and Conversation Book Club
Tuesday, October 15, 10–11 a.m.
Looking for something to wake you up in the morning? Join us for a stimulating morning book discussion on the third Tuesday of the month.
Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano
Synopsis: Awarded a college basketball scholarship away from his childhood home silenced by tragedy, a young man befriends a spirited young woman who welcomes him into her loving, loud, chaotic household, in the new novel by the author of Dear Edward.
“Daisy Darker” by Alice Feeney
X Meets Y Book Club
Saturday, September 7, 2–3 p.m.
Looking to discuss exciting books with other 20- and 40-somethings? This book club is for you! Join us on Zoom.
Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney
Synopsis: A family gathering for their matriarch’s 80th birthday in her crumbling, gothic house on a tiny island begin disappearing one by one, in the new novel from the New York Times best-selling author of Rock Paper Scissors.
“We Could Be So Good” by Cat Sebastian
Love Lit Book Club
Monday, October 21, 7–8 p.m.
Join our newest book club as we talk about fun romance titles.
We Could Be So Good by Cat Sebastian
Synopsis: In the late 1950s—a hostile time for gay men—reporter Nick Russo forms an unlikely friendship with Andy Fleming, the son of a newspaper-tycoon father, and as they work closely together, they fall in love and must decide if, for the first time, they’re willing to fight.
“Frankenstein” by Mary W. Shelley
Great Reads Book Club
Wednesday, October 23, 7–8 p.m.
Join us every month as we discuss the latest book chosen by the group. We read fiction, mystery, biography, history and everything in-between.
Frankenstein by Mary W. Shelley
Synopsis: Frankenstein tells the story of gifted scientist Victor Frankenstein, who succeeds in giving life to a being of his own creation. However, this is not the perfect specimen he imagines that it will be, but rather a hideous creature who is rejected by Victor and mankind in general.