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.

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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

Tue, May 26
The Tough & Tannic Book Club: Gray Dawn
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May 26, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Book Society, 2945 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705, USA
Join the very first 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 Walter Mosley’s gripping new Easy Rawlins mystery for an evening of grit, intrigue, and great conversation.
Tue, Jun 09
[SOLD OUT] The WTF Did I Just Read Book Club: Carnality
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Jun 09, 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 Carnality by Lina Wolff. [WAITLIST AVAILABLE]
Wed, Jun 10
The Vegetable Eater: An Evening with Cara Mangini
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Jun 10, 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 Cara Mangini, IACP Award-winning author of The Vegetable Eater. Sharpen your knife skills, and discover how to make vegetables the most crave-worthy thing on your plate.
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Wed, Jun 17
The ACOTAR Countdown Book Club: Book 2
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Jun 17, 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.
Thu, Jun 25
The Leading Ladies Book Club: The Correspondent
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Jun 25, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Book Society San Francisco Popup, 200 Brannan St, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA
Join the Leading Ladies Book Club — smart reads by and about powerful women — for a refreshing turn into fiction with The Correspondent by Virginia Evans, a witty, heartfelt novel about reflection, connection, and putting pen to paper. We're bringing the conversation to our new San Francisco pop-up!
Tue, Jul 07
[SOLD OUT] The Leading Ladies Book Club: The Other Side of Change
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Jul 07, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Book Society, 2945 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705, USA
Join the Leading Ladies Book Club for a thought-provoking dive into The Other Side of Change by Maya Shankar—a revelatory exploration of how life's unexpected disruptions can transform us in extraordinary ways, backed by science and told through unforgettable human stories.
Tue, Jul 21
[SOLD OUT] The Die Laughing Book Club: Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone
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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.
Tue, Aug 11
The Romantasy Fan Book Club: Arcana Academy
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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.

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The Traveling Book Club

Come for the story, stay for the adventure.

In partnership with Fair Travel Co., Book Society’s Traveling Book Club brings stories to life through thoughtfully curated journeys. Each trip is inspired by a book we read together—then we pack our bags and go! From cultural immersion to unforgettable conversation, these literary getaways offer meaningful connection with fellow readers, both on the page and across the globe.

Learn more about our first members-only adventure, a Bookish Backyard Chronicles Retreat to Point Reyes, here.

Stay tuned for more adventures to come, with next big trip planned for August 2026. Stay tuned for more details!

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