You know that feeling or sensation when you just finish a book and simply want to chat with someone about it, right? Your TBR (To Be Read) pile keeps growing; you feel your sci-fi collection glaring at you every time you’re scrolling on your phone, and BookTok isn’t doing it for you anymore. Phew! Glad we could find a companion we can share our reservations with. To help you regain your groove, we’ve curated a list of book clubs that will help you build your momentum and reach your reading goals. Check ‘em out.
1. Delhi Book Lovers
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DBL has been on the scene for quite some time and has found loyalty in people who understand what they’re trying to achieve – which is to expand your view of literature. Here, both authors and readers are encouraged to share their views and recommendations in thorough conversational sessions. They also plan workshops for people who want to pursue the field of writing but are hesitant due to their own reservations, giving that metaphorical push to achieve their goals. Their book club discussions usually take place at a coffee shop over a warm cuppa and buttery cookies to go with it as talking fuel. So, we’ll just catch you there then?
Register Here | https://www.meetup.com/DBL-join/
Join Their FB Group | https://www.facebook.com/groups/delhibooklovers
2. Novel Ideas
This one has some uber cool wordplay, we know! G-town peeps, this one’s for you. Novel Ideas is your safe space to discuss anything related to books, fictional characters, mythology, and even share your writing adventures. They just want your creative juices to flow and create an environment for meaningful discussions. Tab your favourite quotes and recite them freely at this place and get ready to indulge in some bookish love!
Join The Group Here | https://www.meetup.com/Gurgaon-Book-Club-Novel-Ideas/?ref=lbbpost
3. Mango Tree Reading Club
This one’s for all the kiddos or the kid within you! Suitable for those within the age group of 4 – 9 years, this is the perfect spot for your little one to get on board the bibliophile train. They encourage children to speak clearly and practise their oratory as well as reading abilities. In addition to talking and reading, kids have the freedom to get super creative by painting, playing board games, and engaging in other creative activities to keep them interested and concentrated.
Where | No. 8, Sainik Farms, Khanpur Close To Select City Walk
Call Them | +91 11 6657 5922
4. The Eclectic Book Club For Women
If you want your book club to be your safe haven, then this has to be it. The Eclectic Book Club For Women is a book club for women, by women. Members regularly engage with each other through meetups and conversations, mostly in Lajpat Nagar to talk about books while snacking on some amazing food. In the meetings, there is a controlled discussion on what the book itself brings to the table and various perspectives are shared. Additionally, you get the chance to vote for the subsequent book to be read for the club and purchase a copy of the one to be read the next month. If the books have been made into movies, they frequently host a movie screening too! Popcorn and all that. Now, what’s stopping you from giving this place a fair shot?
Join The Group Here | https://www.meetup.com/eclecticbookclubforwomen/
5. Bring Your Own Book – BYOB!
Yeh waali booze alag hai, and this book club gives a whole new meaning to BYOB. It’s partying but for readers all around and a great place to meet new people and talk about your favourite books with them through this amazing initiative taken by a volunteer-led community with chapters all over the city. Each person has the freedom to express their opinions on a book of their choice rather than sticking to one book for discussion, because why should intellect be restricted ya? The best part is that you can even exchange books with them so that your library remains up to date without ever overflowing. So, it’s beyond special.
Check Out Their Facebook Page | https://facebook.com/bringyourownbook/
Scroll Through Their Instagram Feed | https://www.facebook.com/bringyourownbook/
These are 5 Book Clubs that we think will be perfect for the hidden book worn within you – time to give it a shot!
