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

Book discussions are in-person and meet in Room 2B. Choose the time that works best for you.

  • 1st Thursday at 7pm
  • 2nd Tuesday at 10am

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

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Nonfiction

A thought-provoking nonfiction title will be selected each quarter. Choose to attend the virtual discussion one month or the in-person discussion another month.

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

20s/30s

Intended for those in their 20s and 30s to discuss books and connect with others in their age range.

Led by Veronica Norris, vnorris@wheatonlibrary.org / 630-868-7592

Upcoming Discussions

Nonfiction Book Discussion

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for this engaging discussion of Liliana's Invincible Summer: A Sister's Search for Peace by Cristina Rivera Garza. (2023, 320 pages)

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)

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.

New Moms Book Club

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you a new mom or mom with young kids looking for a casual and relaxed book club? Join us as we discuss Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano meet other local moms!

Pick up copies of the book

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

Fiction Book Discussion

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration Open
Registration Required
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 The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams 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
Adults
Registration Open
Registration Required
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 The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams 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. 

Community Book Clubs

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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

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