Do you want to expand your reading list, discover new genres, and discuss books with others? Then it’s time for you to join a book club!

A book club offers social involvement, mental stimulation, and the opportunity for quality connections. If you'd like to get involved with fellow bookworms, take a look at the clubs offered in Auburn.

Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club - Well Red

Interested in books that completely transport you to another world? Ones involving magic, fairies, or advanced technology? This is for you!

Well Red offers this book club once a month, on a non-exclusive basis, meaning anyone is welcome to any meeting. Meetings tend to be structured near the end of each month, with the details of the selected book featured on their website. This book club is an option for those more relaxed with the desire to read, but don’t have the time for a long-term commitment.

Who knows – one club in, and you could be hooked! You’ll never know until you try, and Well Red’s book club is a great place to start.

New Adult Book Club - Auburn Oil Booksellers

Are you someone with a soft spot for those coming-of-age novels? These books that feature contemporary romances, passionate life decisions, or themes of identity are considered our “New Adult” genre.

Auburn Oil Booksellers is one with a wide variety of clubs – from a “Variations” to a “New Adult” club. All book clubs are conducted on a semester basis, with a presold entrance fee that guarantees you each of the books discussed. The fee is around $85, giving you an incentive to stay committed throughout the semester and attain four new books that you can discuss and analyze with others. Signups will reopen in the spring of 2024, allowing the time to plan and prioritize. To gain a feeling for this club's discussions, try out their most recent read, The Neighbor Favor by Kristina Forest, a slow burn, friends-to-lovers trope.

Imagine a Tuesday night at Auburn Oil, with refreshments and snacks, discussing interesting, age-defining pieces with those who enjoy the same! Sounds like a great night to me.

Mystery Book Club - Auburn Public Library

Auburn Public Library offers a club for those passionate about Sherlock, the whodunits, and the utter suspense of a story. Their Mystery Book Club is offered to those 18 and older, once a month, with discussion over the monthly book as well as current favorites. This schedule ensures that participants can commit without overwhelming their lives. This option is great for those wanting to get involved with a limited time frame and allowance, as you can borrow the book from the library or purchase it online. Check out their website, https://www.auburnpubliclibrary.org/, and submit an interest form to submerge yourself into the world of mystery and speculation.

Bookworms, you know what to do. It’s time to get involved in one of Auburn’s book clubs. The benefits are endless, from finding a captivating new book & meeting like-minded individuals to enjoying a discussion on your favorite classics. Let’s close this chapter and open another— preferably one with a book club. ;)

Be Well, Auburn.