Best Book Clubs

These are the best book clubs based on popularity and membership size, accessibility and cost, and casual participation. These are book clubs that have been around and are well established. They are open and free to join. There is an active and open community that members can participate in as much or little as they like. And as frequently or infrequently as they like.

Not all book clubs are the same. Nor should they be. Every book club has something different to offer. It could be how often books are selected or who picks them to themes or genres within the club. Many book clubs have an intention around one or more of these topics. Some may treat intentions more like rules. What we’ve seen from experience, and will explore in reviewing the best book clubs, is where intention and flexibility may lead to a club’s longevity or success.

 
Whether you’re starting a book club, looking for one to join or your book club could use a refresh, reviewing different book clubs can be a great exercise. It can help start your own book club or inform your decision to participate in one. Reviewing other book clubs can also inform and provide ideas to bring to your own book club.

Here we keep up with the best book clubs, which are currently: