If you are a reader looking to meet more people like you but have a hard time finding them, do not worry, The Bombay Circle Press has got you covered. We have collated a list of book clubs across India that you are bound to love! Book clubs not only give you a sense of community but also play a major role in enhancing your literary skills. No matter what kind of fiction genres you prefer, there is space for everyone.
- Paperback Talks
Paperback Talks is dedicated to books, bonds and banter with a lively community that holds regular offline and online book discussion sessions and so much more. Founded by Rahul Saini, this book club is known for having heated debates along with book related activities which are sure to get you out of your reading slump. A cherry on the top is their annual Literature Festival that brings together fellow bibliophiles with a plethora of other things to enjoy a fine weekend.
- Read a Kitaab
Founded by Ekta Bhandari and Anurag Kothari, Read a Kitab hosts a lot of conversations with a variety of authors online. People from all over the country can join their online community. They also hold amazing book retreats in beautiful spaces across the country which is every bookworm’s dream; to read by a lake or in a beautiful library. If you like talking to writers, and combining travel and reading, this is the place for you.
- Bandra Reads
Imagine sitting under a tree on a slow Sunday morning, hearing the waves crash on the shore and cats paying you a visit. Did we just describe your dreamy set-up for reading a book? Then you should definitely check out Bandra Reads book club, co-managed by Abhimanyu Lodha. If reading is something you want to develop as a habit, then they are the right book club to meet every Sunday without fail for reading sessions and enjoy book discussions. The lush nature adds to the perfect setting for silent reading with your fellow bookworms at Joggers Park, Carter Road.
- Broke Bibliophiles – Bombay
India’s biggest book club across cities, Broke Bibliophiles – Bombay is managed by Nirav Mehta. From murder mystery to women’s fiction to non-fiction, this book club covers all kinds of genres for their novel discussions. This lively community has meet-ups once a month to discuss their chosen title. If you are someone who has a hectic schedule and can’t show up every week then this is the book club for you.
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