Book Clubs

Library Book Discussions

Titles of the books to be discussed can be found in the calendar entry.  Books are available for checkout at the Welcome Desk one month in advance.

Fiction

Offered three times each month. Choose a day and format that works best for you.  In-person discussions meet in Room 2B, virtual discussions meet via Zoom. View previous selections.

  • 1st Thursday at 7pm (in-person)
  • 2nd Tuesday at 10am (in-person)
  • 2nd Wednesday at 10am (virtual)

Led by Karen Schreck, kschreck@wheatonlibrary.org / 630-868-7560

Nonfiction

Monthly meetings are engaging and thought-provoking. Meet via Zoom.

  • Last Monday at 7pm (virtual)

Led by Bari Ericson, bericson@wheatonlibrary.org / 630-868-7529

New Moms

This casual book club is intended for new moms and moms of young children.  Meet at a Downtown Wheaton restaurant each month.

  • Last Tuesday at 7pm (in-person)

Led by Courtney Tedrick, courtney@wheatonlibrary.org / 630-868-7526

Upcoming Discussions

Fiction Book Discussion

10:00am - 11:00am
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us for an in-person discussion of a fiction title in Meeting Room 2B. ...

Pick up copies of the book

Copies of the book are available at the library.  Please ask at the Welcome Desk or Curbside Pickup.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Fiction Book Discussion

10:00am - 11:00am
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Virtual
Event Details:
Join us for virtual discussion of a fiction book via Zoom. Pick up a copy of the book at the Welcome Desk or Curbside. ...

Zoom Webinars and Meetings

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email and reminders containing information about joining the Zoom program. If you need assistance, please email us.

Information about joining the Zoom webinar or meeting

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual Program Conduct Policy

The library's patron conduct policy applies to virtual library programs. Library staff has the right to remove participants from virtual programs who are in violation of the patron conduct policy.

Fiction Book Discussion

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us for an in-person discussion of a fiction title in Meeting Room 2B. ...

Pick up copies of the book

Copies of the book are available at the library.  Please ask at the Welcome Desk or Curbside Pickup.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Fiction Book Discussion

10:00am - 11:00am
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us for an in-person discussion of a fiction title in Meeting Room 2B. ...

Pick up copies of the book

Copies of the book are available at the library.  Please ask at the Welcome Desk or Curbside Pickup.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Fiction Book Discussion

10:00am - 11:00am
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us for virtual discussion of a fiction book via Zoom. Pick up a copy of the book at the Welcome Desk or Curbside. ...

Zoom Webinars and Meetings

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email and reminders containing information about joining the Zoom program. If you need assistance, please email us.

Information about joining the Zoom webinar or meeting

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual Program Conduct Policy

The library's patron conduct policy applies to virtual library programs. Library staff has the right to remove participants from virtual programs who are in violation of the patron conduct policy.

Community Book Clubs

People talking around a table

Reading Suggestions

We can help with ideas for what to read next and provide book reviews, discussion questions, author interviews and biographies. 

Contact us at askref@wheatonlibrary.org

Browse our Book Club collection

Multiple Copies

We can borrow books for your group from other libraries. 

Please select a member of your group with a WPL card to be responsible for the books.

Request titles for your group

Book Club Favorites

Fiction Favorites 2023


Fiction Favorites 2021


Nonfiction Favorites 2023


Nonfiction Favorites 2021


Book Club Guides

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