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Book Clubs
Are you interested in joining a book club in the Wake County Public Library system? Check out some of our groups to see which one suits your interest!
Summary of book clubs for all locations:
Athens Drive Community Library
- Please check back for information about book clubs at this location.
Cameron Village Regional Library
- Second-Grade and Third-Grade Book Club
Meeting Time: Selected Wednesdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Call for more information and to register: 919-856-6723.
- Fourth-Grade and Fifth-Grade Book Club
Meeting Time: Selected Thursdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Call for more information and to register: 919-856-6723.
- Evening Book Club (Adults)
Contact: Jean Ells (919-856-6701) jells@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m.
With a focus on fiction, the group selects an eclectic variety of books that cross over many areas, including general fiction, award winners, classics and genre fiction. New members are always welcome. Each year the members also select at least one biography or nonfiction title and a classic children's book.
- Daytime Book Club (Adults)
Contact: Clare Bass (919-856-6701) Clare.Bass@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: First Wednesday of each month at 10:30 a.m.
- Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Club (Adults)
Contact Sue Scott (919-856-6703) sue.scott@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: Third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.
Whether you like the epics of Robert Jordan, the verve of cyberpunk or the classics of science fiction's golden age, there is a place for you in this reading club.
- Monday Night Classics Book Club (Adults)
Contact Robert Lambert (919-856-6701) robert.lambert@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: Last Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m.
- African-American Book Club (Adults)
Contact Audrey Webster (919-856-6701) awebster@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: First Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m.
- Brown Bag Lunch Nonfiction Book Club (Adults)
Contact Ashlyn Bradshaw (919-856-6703) ashlyn.bradshaw@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: Fourth Thursday of each month at 12:15 p.m.
This book club is for people interested in reading about and discussing how events in the far and near past affect the world.
Cary Library
Book Clubs for Kids & Teens
- Second- & Third-Grade Book Club
This book club is currently full, but kids may be put on our waiting list.
Meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at 4:30 p.m. For more information, please call 919-460-3350.
- Fourth- & Fifth-Grade Book Club
This book club is currently full, but kids may be put on our waiting list.
Meets the fourth Thursday of every month at 4:30 p.m. For more information, please call 919-460-3350.
- Middle School Book Club
Meets the fourth Wednesday of the month at 4:30 p.m. For more information, please call 919-460-3350.
- Teen Book Club
For ages 14-18. Meets once per month on Saturday; dates vary. For more information, please call 919-460-3350.
Book Clubs for Adults
- Cary Contemporary Book Club
Contact: Liz Bartlett (919-460-3350) liz.bartlett@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: Second Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m.
We read novels that have been written within the last 25 years, and different staff members take turns selecting our books and facilitating our meetings & discussions each month.
- Cary Classics Book Club
Contact: Dan Brooks (919-460-3350) dan.brooks@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: Second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.
The word "classic" refers to the traditional best of a type; so, this book club will select and read what are considered to be the best literary works of the past.
- Strangers in a Strange Book Club
Contact: Dan Brooks (919-460-3350) dan.brooks@wakegov.com
Meeting time: Fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.
We alternate between science fiction and fantasy each month; we try to read a combination of classic speculative fiction and more modern titles.
Duraleigh Road Library
- Travel by Book!
Contact: Pamela Wiggins (919-881-1344) pwiggins@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: Wednesdays at 7 p.m. (Call for more information.)
Join us as we explore the cultures of the world! Each month we will read a different fiction or nonfiction title chosen by the group.
- Classics Over Coffee!
Contact: Tricia Preston (919-881-1344) tricia.pelletier@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: Fridays at 10:30 a.m. (Call for more information.)
Join us as we discuss the classics over coffee.
East Regional Library
- Power Readers Book Club
Meeting Time: First Thursday of select months, at 4:30 p.m.
For kids in grades K-3 who can read chapter books independently
- Knight Readers Book Club
Meeting Time: First Thursday of select months, at 4:30 p.m.
For kids in grades 3-6 who can read longer chapter books
- Pizza and Pages!For teens 12 and up
Select Tuesdays, right after TLC meetings
For more information, contact Youth Services at 919-217-5317.
Book Clubs for Adults:
- Clueless Mystery Book Club
Contact: Aaron Strickland (919-217-5301) aaron.strickland@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: Third Thursday evening of each month at 7 p.m.
We read mostly Mystery & Suspense novels by a wide variety of authors. Ask about joining our group!
- Brown Bag Book and Lunch Club
Contact: Janet Morley (919-217-5301) jmorley@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: First Friday of every month, noon
A brief book talk on a wide selection of titles, including both current and past fiction and nonfiction titles, is provided by the group leader, followed by club members' sharing favorite authors and titles they have enjoyed or have been disappointed with in the past month. Members are invited to bring their lunch – the library provides beverage and dessert. Special topics such as Irish literature or holiday books are occasionally targeted, as well as guest speakers stopping by to promote specific genres. All are welcome!
- Regional Readers
Contact: Janet Morley (919-217-5301) jmorley@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: First Monday of every month, 7 p.m.
This group discusses a wide variety of fiction and occasional nonfiction ranging from varying time periods and countries. Selected titles are proposed by member suggestions or picked from an annotated list provided by the group leader. Past favorite discussion titles have included: Memoirs of a Geisha, Amy and Isabelle, The Pull of the Moonand many more!
- Travel Book Club
Contact: Bob Morrill (919-217-5301) rmorrill@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: Third Monday of every month, 7 p.m.
Explore cuisines of the world as you discuss the selection of the month with fellow travel enthusiasts. A new nonfiction will be selected each month and discussed along with a sampling of local cuisine and culture.
Express Library Fayetteville Street
- Classics Book Club (Adults)
For more information, read our newsletter!
Please contact: Katie Knight (919-856-6865) katie.knight@wakegov.com
Time: every third Tuesday, 7-8:30 p.m.
Place: Morning Times, 10 E. Hargett St.
- Downtown Raleigh Readers (Adults)
For more information, read our newsletter!
Please contact: Christie Starnes (919-856-6898) christie.starnes@wakegov.com
Time: every fourth Monday, 7-8:30 p.m.
Place: Morning Times, 10 E. Hargett St.
- Reading Allowed (Adults)
Storytime for adults – Katie reads short stories, essays and book chapters out loud!
For more information: Katie Knight (919-856-6865) katie.knight@wakegov.com
Time: every second Wednesday, 2-3 p.m.
Place: Electronic Information Center
- Sir Walter Book Club
Please contact: Katie Knight (919-856-6865) katie.knight@wakegov.com
This book club is for residents of the Sir Walter Apartments.
Please call the library for more information!
Eva Perry Regional Library
- Mock Newbery Book Club
For grades 6-9
Book club members meet regularly to discuss current books and compile a list of books they feel should be contenders for the Newbery Award. The Newbery Award is given for distinguished literature for children by a U.S. author. (Meets April-January) Call 919-387-2100 for dates and details.
- Mock Printz Award Book Club
For grades 9-12
Book club members meet regularly to discuss current books and compile a list of books they feel should be contenders for the Printz Award. The Printz Award is given to books of literary excellence written for young adults. (Meets April-January) Call for 919-387-2100 for dates and details.
- Fourth- and Fifth-Grade Book Club
Meeting Time: Second Friday of the month, from 4-5 p.m.
This club reads one popular or classic chapter book a month. Call 919-387-2100 to find out what we are reading. Preregister for meetings at the Youth Services desk or by calling 919-387-2100.
- Middle School Book Club
Meeting Time: Fourth Thursday of the month, from 4:30-6 p.m.
Join us as we discuss a different book popular with middle schoolers each month. Call 919-387-2100 to find out what we are reading for our next meeting.
- Eva Readers Evening Book Discussion
Meeting Time: Fourth Tuesday of every month, 7 p.m.
These are open book discussions focusing on a wide variety of fiction and nonfiction. Interested parties, sign up at the Adult Services desk or give us a call at 919-387-2100.
- Wake Up and Read Morning Book Discussion
Meeting Time: Second Wednesday of every month, 10 a.m.
Come join us for a series of open-book discussions. Please sign up at the Adult Services desk for each session you wish to attend or call 919-387-2100.
Fuquay-Varina Library
- Please call 919-557-2788 for information about our book clubs!
Green Road Branch Library
- Adult Book Club
Contact: Martha Spencer (919-790-3200) Martha.Spencer@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: Third Thursday of every month, 10 a.m.
We read a variety of fiction, including many N.C. authors and the occasional classic.
Holly Springs Library
- Holly Springs Evening Book Club
Held the third Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m., this book club reads and discusses a variety of books from various genres. Adult Services Librarian Lisa Locke leads these interesting and thought provoking discussions. Registration required. For further information call 919-577-1661 or e-mail Lisa.Locke@wakegov.com.
- Pizza and a Paperback Book Club*
Held the fourth Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Our tween book club for grades 6-8 meets for free pizza, book discussion and watching the book’s movie version. Registration required. Call 919-577-1663 or e-mail elena.owens@wakegov.com.
- Elementary Book Club*
Held the fourth Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. Our elementary school book club for grades 3-5 meets for fun book discussion on a wide-variety of age appropriate chapter books. Registration required. Call 919-577-1663 or e-mail farida.bam@wakegov.com.
*There will be no meetings of Pizza and a Paperback Book Club or Elementary Book Club in November and December.
North Regional Library
- African-American Book Club
Contact: Carla Payne (919-870-4000) carla.payne@wakegov.com
Contact the librarian for more information.
- Around the World in 80 Books!
Contact: Rachel Sanders (919-870-4000) or rsanders@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: Fourth Thursday of the month at 7 p.m.
We read fiction from a variety of cultures.
- Classics Book Club
Contact: Amy Whitfield (919-870-4000) or amy.whitfield@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: Third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m.
We read classic fiction.
- Mornings on the Horizon Book Club
Contact: Druie Irwin (919-870-4000) dirwin@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: Third Thursday of every month, 10 a.m.
This daytime reading group was founded in May 2002, and reading selections are chosen each six months by group members and include fiction and nonfiction. At this time we are not accepting any new members.
- Nonfiction Reading Group
Contact: Cynthia Pierce (919-870-4000) cynthia.pierce@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: Fourth Monday of every month, 2-4 p.m.
This daytime reading group meets to read and discuss nonfiction selections. At this time we are not accepting any new members.
- North Regional Readers
Contact: Druie Irwin, (919-870-4000) dirwin@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: Second Thursday of every month, 7 p.m.
This evening book group was founded in January 2001, and reading selections are chosen every six months by members and include fiction and nonfiction titles.
- WhoDunit Wednesdays Mystery Book Club
Contact: Tom Walsh (919-870-4000) thomas.walsh@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: First Wednesday of each month, 10-11:30 a.m.
Founded in the fall of 2003. Members vote on selections. Contact Tom for more details.
Richard B. Harrison Branch Library
- Meeting of the Minds
Contact: Wanda Cox-Bailey (919-856-5723) wcox-bailey@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: Last Tuesday of every month, 7 p.m.
Our main focus is on all African-American literature; however, books are picked according to the interests of the group. Call for more details.
- Morning Mystery
Contact: Tess Andrews (919-856-5723) tess.andrews@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: Second Tuesday of every month, 10:30 a.m.
Call for more details.
Southeast Regional Library
Book Clubs for Kids:
- The Gumdrop Read Aloud Book Club (Kindergarten through 2nd Grade)
Contact: Sarah Kramer (919-662-2263) sarah.kramer@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: First Thursday of each month, 4 p.m.
Each month Miss Sarah will be reading a selected book; we will discuss it and do a book-related craft. You do not need to be an independent reader to participate. Registration is required. For more information call 919-662-2263.
Book Clubs for Adults:
- African-American Book Club
Contact: Joe Anne Stephens (919-662-2258)
Meeting Time: Fourth Thursday of each month, 6:30 p.m.
We welcome new members!
- Brown Bag Book Club
Contact: Kim Stroup (919-662-2252) kim.stroup@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: Third Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m. in the programming room
Southeast's newest book club discusses a wide variety of fiction and nonfiction. New members are welcome and are encouraged to bring their lunch!
- Senior Moments Book Club at the Garner Senior Center
Contact: Amy Funderburk (919-662-2258) amy.funderburk@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: Third Wednesday of each month, 10:45 a.m. (at the Garner Senior Center)
A wide variety of fiction is read and discussed. Nonfiction may be read periodically.
- Southeast Regional Adult Book Club
Contact: Brandy Hamilton (919-662-2258) brandy.hamilton@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: Fourth Tuesday of each month (except December) at 6:30 p.m. in the programming room
We welcome new members! The club reads a wide variety of fiction selections, including book club favorites, award winners and bestselling fiction. The environment is casual, and members have the opportunity to lead the discussion, if they choose.
- Southeast Regional Inspirational Book Club
Contact: Carolyn Watkins (919-662-2252)
Meeting Time: Third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the programming room
This club chooses books from the different genres within the inspirational section and from titles that members would like to read. Copies of the titles for each month are kept behind the circulation desk for participants to pick up.
Southgate Branch Library
- Slice of Life
Contact: Ruby Jones-Elleby (919-856-6598)
Meeting Time: First Thursday of every month at 6 p.m.
Call for more details.
- Juvenile Book Club (Grades 2-5)
Contact: Katherine Stephens (919-856-6598)
Meeting Time: Fourth Thursday of each month at 5 p.m.
Focusing on contemporary and classic children's literature.
Wake Forest Branch Library
- Pizza and Pages! (Sixth-Graders to 12th-Graders)
Come hang out, eat pizza (donated by the Friends of the Wake Forest Library) and talk about books. Please register for this book club, so we know how much pizza to order! For more information, call 919-554-8498.
- Wake Forest Library Book Club
Contact: Gail Draney (919-554-8498) or gail.draney@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: Fourth Thursday of each month at 6:45 p.m., except for the months of November and December. Please contact the library for the current meeting location and book selection. A wide variety of fiction and nonfiction is discussed. Coffee and refreshments are provided. New members are welcome. Currently the book club is meeting at the Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce (350 S. White St.).
Wendell Branch Library
- In the Spirit Book Club
Contact: Sharon Barrow (919-365-2600) sbarrow@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: First Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the East Regional Library
Focusing on contemporary African-American fiction
- Adult Book Club
Contact: Kathy Roach (919-365-2600) kathryn.roach@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: First Monday of every month at 1 p.m.
A wide variety of fiction and nonfiction is discussed. New members are welcome.
West Regional Library
Book Clubs for Adults
- Chapter One Readers
Contacts: Kathryn Gundlach (919-463-8500) kathryn.gundlach@wakegov.com or Janet Lockhart (919-463-8500) janet.lockhart@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: First Wednesday morning of each month at 10:30 a.m.
We read mostly fiction by a wide variety of authors, as well as some nonfiction.
- Between The Lines
Contact: Kristen O'Daly (919-463-8500) kristen.o'daly@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: Second Thursday evening of each month at 7 p.m.
We read mostly fiction by a wide variety of authors, as well as some nonfiction.
- Everything In the World
Contacts: Rebecca Stacy (919-463-8500) rebecca.stacy@wakegov.com
Laura Todd (919-463-8500) laura.todd@wakegov.com
Meeting Time: Third Wednesday evening of each month at 7:30 p.m.
Our focus is reading primarily nonfiction about interesting people and places.
Zebulon Branch Library
- Zebulon Library's Evening Book Club
Contact: Suzanna O'Donnell (919-404-3611)
Meeting Time: First Monday of every month, 7 p.m.
A wide variety of fiction and some nonfiction is read and discussed.
- Zebulon Library's Morning Book Club
Contact: Deborah Merritt (919-404-3611)
Meeting Time: Second Thursday of every month, 10:30 a.m.
A wide variety of fiction and some nonfiction is read and discussed.
- Zebulon Library's Kids Book Club
Contact: Laura Harpham (919-404-3611)
Meeting Time: Selected Mondays at 4:30 p.m.
We read great books for kids!
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