You are invited to join in one of our many in-person or online book discussions that take place several times each month. In our book discussion groups we read and talk about both fiction and non-fiction books. We express our opinions (both likes and dislikes!) with other avid readers in the city.
Join our virtual author talks to enjoy conversation with the authors behind your favorite books from the comfort of home. What questions have you always wanted to ask? Submit your questions online. We will also take questions during the event and will cover as many questions as time allows! Learn more and register.
Beech Grove Chatterbooks
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Adults are invited to this monthly book discussion.
Central Library Ad Astra Science Fiction Book Group
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Embark on interstellar journeys of imagination with Ad Astra, Central Library's new science fiction book group. Explore distant galaxies, encounter alien civilizations, and unravel the mysteries of the cosmos. Join us for an out-of-this-world reading experience!
Central Library Adult Book Discussion
Monday, April 29 at 6 p.m.
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Join local organizations that work to alleviate socioeconomic inequities at Central library as we discuss Matthew Desmond's 2023 book Poverty, By America.
Central Library True Crime Book Discussion (in-person and online)
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Join us as we discuss all things true crime. We will meet on the 6th Floor in the Indianapolis Special Collections Room (ISCR) at Central Library. During 2024, the All Things True Crime book discussions will take place at Central Library with the option to attend online. Disclaimer: This group discusses sensitive topics that might not be suitable for all ages.
Eagle Adult Book Discussion
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Join us for a monthly book discussion. All are welcome! Visit the Ask Here desk or call today for information on reserving the book.
East 38th Street Adult Book Discussion
Schedule & RegisterAdults are invited to join a monthly discussion about books based on Black historical fiction. Some titles were chosen from The Oprah’s Book Club list, and others from popular, well-known authors that explore the African American experience in America.
Fort Ben Adult Book Discussion
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Adults are invited to this monthly book discussion. New members always welcome!
Fort Ben Library Tok Book Discussion Group
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Adults are invited to this monthly book discussion. New members always welcome!
Franklin Road Adult Book Discussion
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Adults are invited to this monthly book discussion program.
Glendale Tuesday Night Readers
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Adults are invited to this monthly book discussion program.
Irvington Adult Book Discussion
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Adults are invited to this monthly book discussion program that is free and open to everyone!
Irvington Teen Book Club
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Teens in grades 6 through 12 are invited to talk all things books.
Lawrence Adult Book Discussions
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Join us for our next monthly book discussion!
Lawrence Culinary Book Club
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Get together with us to discuss cookbooks by checking out one or more cookbooks based on the topic of the month. Test a recipe or two and bring one dish or baked good from the cookbook that you would like to share to the meeting for the group to sample. See our Culinary book lists.
Lawrence Graphic Novel Club
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Join the Tween Graphic Novel Club and share your thoughts on each month's read. Children ages 9-12 are invited to attend.
Martindale-Brightwood Adult Book Discussion
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Pick up a copy of the book being discussed at the library.
Martindale-Brightwood Read the Classics
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Pick up a copy of the book being discussed at the library.
Michigan Road Adult Book Discussion (in-person and online)
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If you would like to receive a copy of our book club materials but have not attended a meeting, you can visit the Michigan Road Branch or check out a copy from our collection!
Spades Park WitLITS Book Discussion Group
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Do you enjoy listening to literature read out loud? Then consider WitLITS where our bookclub requires one thing – show up. No reading at home, no worries about not being caught up. Share a small group experience while listening to a book read out loud in short segments by members of the group while following along in your own copy.
Wayne First Monday Book Club
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Adults are invited to this monthly book discussion program, which is free and open to everyone! No registration is required.
Warren Adult Book Discussion
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Adults are invited to this monthly book discussion program. Book lists with titles selected by group members are available at the Library. New members are always welcome.
West Indianapolis Adult Book Discussion
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Adults are invited to this monthly book discussion program, which is free and open to everyone! We meet the second Monday of the month.
Do you know about #CurrentlyReading on IndyPL's Facebook page?
You can join in with other readers on Facebook on Sunday nights. It is a great group to help find what to read next!
Would you rather DIY your own book group? You lead the club, we'll provide the books!
If you prefer to host your own book discussion or book club, check out an IndyPL Book Club In a Bag Kit. Choose from over 125 titles for your book club! Each kit contains 10 copies of the same title with a 6-week checkout period and book club guides as well as discussion questions! Learn more about checking out a Book Club in a Bag Kit.
Get reading recommendations from our staff!
You can also get up-to-date reading suggestion from our staff at What We're Reading, What We're Reading Teens, and What We're Reading Kids.
Tune in to Indy Now Book Club on Wednesday mornings.
The Library helps host a ‘book club’ on the Indy Now Morning Show with Ryan and Jillian on Fox59. Tune in at 10 a.m. every other Wednesday. Catch book recommendations and IndyPL program highlights from your own local librarians. Re-watch segments you have missed and see book lists of the books mentioned in each segment.