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Local book clubs to join in Raleigh, NC

Whatever your preferred genre, these local clubs are a book worm’s paradise.

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Don’t be so fully booked you don’t have time to read.

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Besides your daily Raleigh news updates, what other reading for pleasure do you partake in?

If your answer is all the books, all the time, we’ve got good news — book worms abound in our community. Check out 11+ book clubs you can join in Raleigh.

Pro tip: Before you saunter into these book clubs, you might need to email or apply to join.

Quail Ridge Book Clubs | Various dates

  • Whether you’re a romance novel exclusive, a die-hard science fiction fan, or a contemporary fiction lover, there’s a Quail Ridge Book Club for that. Choose from ~20 different book clubs + receive 21% off your assigned book when you buy it in-store.

Read in Peace Book Club | The third Thursday of each month

  • This club meets at Historic Oakwood Cemetery. Gather around the tombstones for coffee, community, and to discuss books related to death, local history, cemeteries, and monumental art. The next meeting is Thurs., Sept. 15 from 9-11 a.m. to discuss “Fresh Water for Flowers” by Valerie Perrin.

Vita Vite Book Club | Various dates (typically the last Monday of the month)

Authors of Color Book Club | Monthly on Sundays

33 1/3 Book Club | Monthly (typically on Mondays)

📚 Even more local book clubs

Psst Do you lead or take part in a book club that’s open for new members? Let us know what your club is all about.

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