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Book Clubs

Book Society Book Clubs

Book clubs are at the heart of who we are at Book Society—a meaningful way to gather, connect, and build community through a shared love of reading. Each club invites fellow book lovers to unite around a common theme, sparking conversation, connection, and discovery.

Our Clubs

Our book clubs feature facilitated conversation, thoughtfully paired wine, and a gourmet snack to match the mood. Most gatherings are hosted in-store, but a couple of our more adventurous clubs take the experience beyond our walls, exploring books out in the world. Scroll down to see the schedule of upcoming meetings and register today!

The WTF Did I Just Read?! Book Club

Bold, bizarre reads that spark lively discussion.

The Leading Ladies Book Club

Smart reads by and about powerful women.

The Secret Romantasy Fan Book Club

Fantastical love stories for some spicy conversations.

The cookbook Lovers Club

Taste and talk your way through cookbooks—with the author!

The Wandering Book Club

Taking it out into the wild with a morning walk and talk—followed by mimosas!

The Die Laughing Book Club

Laugh-out-loud mysteries that keep you guessing—and giggling—until the end.

Tough & Tannic Book Club

Hard-boiled thrillers and noirs where detectives and double-crossers play for keeps. For the guys.

The Traveling Book Club

Explore the world through books—and real trips!

Learn more below.

Upcoming Book Club Meetings

  • [SOLD OUT] The Die Laughing Book Club: Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone
    [SOLD OUT] The Die Laughing Book Club: Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone
    Tue, Jul 21
    Jul 21, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    Book Society, 2945 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705, USA
    Join Book Society’s Die Laughing Book Club for a classic-meets-modern murder mystery! This month we’ll discuss Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson.
  • The ACOTAR Countdown Book Club: Book 3
    The ACOTAR Countdown Book Club: Book 3
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Jul 22
    Jul 22, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    Book Society, 2945 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705, USA
    They’re finally coming! In anticipation of the upcoming new releases of A Court of Thorns and Roses, we’re gathering each month to revisit the iconic romantasy saga by Sarah J. Maas—leading up to what is sure to be one of the most anticipated book releases of the year.
  • Cookbook Lovers Club: Tapas Espana with Catherine Cogliandro Alioto
    Cookbook Lovers Club: Tapas Espana with Catherine Cogliandro Alioto
    Tue, Jul 28
    Jul 28, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Book Society, 2945 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705, USA
    Join us for the next Cookbook Lovers Club featuring Catherine Cogliandro Alioto, author of Tapas España. Pull up a stool, pour a glass, and discover how the communal spirit of Spanish small plates can transform any gathering into a feast.
  • Wandering Book Club Angel Island Adventure
    Wandering Book Club Angel Island Adventure
    Sun, Aug 09
    Aug 09, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
    Angel Island, Angel Island, Tiburon, CA 94920, USA
    The Wandering Book Club is going on an adventure! Join us for a half-day retreat where we’ll explore Angel Island on eBikes, enjoy a private picnic, wine, and chat about our book pic, Take Me With You by Steven Rowley, a perfect summer read for a perfect summer day.
  • The Romantasy Fan Book Club: Arcana Academy
    The Romantasy Fan Book Club: Arcana Academy
    Tue, Aug 11
    Aug 11, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    Book Society, 2945 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705, USA
    The Romantasy Fan Book Club will gather this month to discuss Arcana Academy by Elise Kova — a swoony, magic-drenched enemies-to-lovers romance featuring illegal tarot magic, a fake engagement, and a prince who is very much not what he seems.
  • The Tough & Tannic Book Club: From the Dust
    The Tough & Tannic Book Club: From the Dust
    Tue, Aug 25
    Aug 25, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    Book Society, 2945 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705, USA
    Join the latest meeting of Book Society’s new Tough & Tannic Book Club—where the detectives are hard-boiled, the plots twist sharp, and the wine flows freely. This month, we’re diving into former police detective David Swinson’s gritty rural noir story, From the Dust.
  • The WTF Did I Just Read Book Club: Open Throat
    The WTF Did I Just Read Book Club: Open Throat
    Tue, Sep 15
    Sep 15, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    Book Society, 2945 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705, USA
    Join us for this month's meeting of the "WTF Did I Just Read?!" Book Club, where we have a great time tackling books that are, shall we say, a little "out there." For our latest selection, we will dive into Open Throat by Henry Hoke.
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