Book clubs are about more than just reading - they create connection, spark meaningful conversations, and turn books into shared experiences. It's a simple way to build community through stories.
Whether you want a structured hosted club or a relaxed self-guided group, we’ve put together simple guides, tips, and printable resources to help your book club run smoothly.
A structured way to run a book club with a host guiding the conversation. Perfect for deeper discussions, themed meetings, and groups who want a bit more structure.
How it works- Choose a host (or rotate)
- Pick a book and set a reading date
- Everyone reads independently
- Meet and discuss
- Choose your next book
- Guides discussion
- Keeps conversation flowing
- Encourages participation
- Helps manage timing
- Catch-up (10 mins)
- First impressions (10 mins)
- Discussion (30–45 mins)
- Quotes & favourites (10–15 mins)
- Next book selection (10 mins)
Download: Hosted Book Club Printable Guide
A relaxed, flexible approach where everyone shares responsibility. No host required - just good books and good conversation.
How it works- Choose a book together
- Set a meeting time
- Everyone reads independently
- Meet and discuss
- Pick next book together
- Group chat for updates
- Polls for book selection
- Shared notes doc
- One favourite moment each
- One question each
- One character opinion
- One quote or passage
Download: Self-Guided Book Club Printable Guide
Great Book Club Books
The Neighbours
The Lucky Ride: A Novel Full of Opportunity
Book Club FAQs
Most book clubs work best with 4–10 people, but there’s no strict rule. Smaller groups are more intimate, larger groups offer more perspectives.
That’s completely normal. Encourage participation in discussion even if someone hasn’t finished.
Most clubs meet monthly, but it depends on your reading pace and group preference.
Only if you want structure. Hosted clubs benefit from a facilitator, but self-guided clubs work perfectly without one.