The Alphabet House by Jussi Adler-Olsen

There are MANY used copies in store!

A gripping tale of survival, friendship, and the lasting scars of war. The Alphabet House by Jussi Adler-Olsen follows two British pilots during World War II who escape capture by posing as patients in a German psychiatric hospital. As the line between performance and reality begins to blur, they must fight to hold onto their identities while navigating unimaginable danger. Join us in September for a suspenseful discussion of this unforgettable historical thriller.

The Backwards Book Club is a beginner-friendly space to mingle, make friends, and discuss your favorite book from the past month with other 21+ readers. Even if you haven’t finished a book, come anyway!

The club meets every 4th Friday from 6:30–8:00 PM at Bookin' It.

In the Veins of the Drowning by Kalie Cassidy

Filled with dark magic, dangerous secrets, and unforgettable characters, In the Veins of the Drowning is a gripping fantasy that explores sacrifice, survival, and the power of choosing your own fate. As ancient forces awaken and loyalties are tested, the story blends rich world-building with high-stakes adventure and emotional depth.

Join us this August as we dive into this captivating fantasy and discuss its immersive world, complex characters, and the choices that shape them.

To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee.

One of the most frequently challenged books in American history, To Kill a Mockingbird remains a powerful story about justice, empathy, and moral courage. Set in the American South during the 1930s, the novel follows young Scout Finch as her father, Atticus, defends a Black man falsely accused of a crime. Through Scout's coming-of-age perspective, Harper Lee invites readers to examine prejudice, compassion, and what it truly means to stand up for what's right.

Join us this August as we revisit this classic and discuss why it continues to inspire conversation—and why it has remained a banned and challenged book for decades.

The Island of Last Things by Emma Sloley

In a future where the natural world is disappearing, hope may be the rarest thing left. The Island of Last Things by Emma Sloley follows two zookeepers at the world's last zoo on Alcatraz Island as they risk everything to protect the animals in their care—and imagine a better future. Blending climate fiction, adventure, and unforgettable characters, this thought-provoking novel explores love, courage, and what we're willing to fight for when everything is on the line. Join us in August for a discussion of this moving and timely story.

The Maid and the Crocodile by Jordan Ifueko

Step into another world with our Fantasy Book Club! Each month we’ll gather to discuss a new fantasy read filled with magic, adventure, mythical creatures, and unforgettable characters. Whether you love epic quests, enchanted realms, or a little romance woven into your fantasy, this club is for readers who enjoy escaping reality and exploring the impossible. Join us for lively conversation, great company, and a shared love of all things fantastical.

The Backwards Book Club is a beginner-friendly space to mingle, make friends, and discuss your favorite book from the past month with other 21+ readers. Even if you haven’t finished a book, come anyway!

The club meets every 4th Friday from 6:30–8:00 PM at Bookin' It.

The Librarian of Basra by Jeanette Winter

Join us as we discuss the true story of Alia Muhammad Baker, a librarian who risked everything to save thousands of books during the Iraq War. The Librarian of Basra is a powerful reminder of the importance of preserving stories, protecting knowledge, and standing up against censorship. Together, we'll explore why books matter and why access to them should never be taken for granted.

See you at the club!

The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

Combining magic, mysticism, wisdom, and wonder into an inspiring tale of self-discovery, The Alchemist has become a modern classic, selling millions of copies around the world and transforming the lives of countless readers across generations. Paulo Coelho's masterpiece tells the mystical story of Santiago, an Andalusian shepherd boy who yearns to travel in search of a worldly treasure. His quest will lead him to riches far different-and far more satisfying- than he ever imagined. Satiago's journey teaches us about the essential wisdom of listening to our hearts, of recognizing opportunity and learning to read the omens strewn along life's path, and, most importantly, to follow our dreams.

What to do:
1 Mark “Going” on the Facebook event page (helps generate interest & attracts more to attend)
2 Read the book
3 Show up, discuss, and connect with others. It’s free!

The Book of Lost Hours by Hayley Gelfuso.

Join us each month for Best Seller Book Club, where we dive into the buzz-worthy books everyone is talking about—straight from Kristy’s ever-growing TBR shelf. Together we’ll explore a rotating mix of historical fiction, women’s fiction, and contemporary stories that spark conversation, connection, and maybe a little friendly debate.

If you love getting lost in powerful stories about complex characters, meaningful relationships, and unforgettable moments in time, this is the club for you. Come ready to chat, laugh, and share your thoughts with fellow readers who love books just as much as you do. 📚✨

Because let’s be honest… Kristy’s TBR pile isn’t getting any smaller, so we might as well read them together!

The Backwards Book Club is a beginner-friendly book club designed to be a great space for you to mingle, create lasting friendships, and discuss your favorite book you've read over the last month with other 21+ people.

Even if you haven't finished a book this month, come anyway!

The club will meet every 4th Friday from 6:30:8:00 PM at Bookin' It.

Dire Bound by Sable Sorensen

Step into another world with our Fantasy Book Club! Each month we’ll gather to discuss a new fantasy read filled with magic, adventure, mythical creatures, and unforgettable characters. Whether you love epic quests, enchanted realms, or a little romance woven into your fantasy, this club is for readers who enjoy escaping reality and exploring the impossible. Join us for lively conversation, great company, and a shared love of all things fantastical.

Goosebumps: Night of the Living Dummy by R.L. Stine

The Adventures of Captain Underpants by Dav Pilkey

Join us for an intriguing and thought-provoking discussion at our Banned Book Club as we discuss Goosebumps: Night of the Living Dummy by R.L. Stine and The Adventures of Captain Underpants by Dav Pilkey. Explore the themes, impact, and intricate storytelling of this iconic work while engaging in an open and enriching conversation. Let's challenge norms, celebrate freedom of expression, and embrace diverse perspectives. Don't miss out on this eye-opening experience.
See you at the club!

Bhagavad Gita by Stephen Mitchell.

The Bhagavad Gita is universally acknowledged as one of the world's literary and spiritual masterpieces. It is the core text of the Hindu tradition and has been treasured by American writers from Emerson and Thoreau to T. S. Eliot, who called it the greatest philosophical poem after the Divine Comedy.

This early epic poem recounts the conversation between the warrior and his charioteer, the divine manifestation. It sets out the important lessons to learn to change the outcome of the war in the moments before a great battle that the warrior fights, and culminates in revealing the true cosmic warrior and counselling him to search for the universal perfection of life. This most important work ranges from yoga postures to dense moral discussion and serves as a practical guide to living well.

What to do:
1 Mark “Going” on the Facebook event page (helps generate interest & attracts more to attend)
2 Read the book
3 Show up, discuss, and connect with others. It’s free!

The Queens of Crime by Marie Benedict

Join us each month for Best Seller Book Club, where we dive into the buzz-worthy books everyone is talking about—straight from Kristy’s ever-growing TBR shelf. Together we’ll explore a rotating mix of historical fiction, women’s fiction, and contemporary stories that spark conversation, connection, and maybe a little friendly debate.

If you love getting lost in powerful stories about complex characters, meaningful relationships, and unforgettable moments in time, this is the club for you. Come ready to chat, laugh, and share your thoughts with fellow readers who love books just as much as you do. 📚✨

Because let’s be honest… Kristy’s TBR pile isn’t getting any smaller, so we might as well read them together!

The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi by Shannon Chakraborty

Step into another world with our Fantasy Book Club! Each month, we’ll gather to discuss a new fantasy read filled with magic, adventure, mythical creatures, and unforgettable characters. Whether you love epic quests, enchanted realms, or a little romance woven into your fantasy, this club is for readers who enjoy escaping reality and exploring the impossible. Join us for lively conversation, great company, and a shared love of all things fantastical.

The Backwards Book Club is a beginner-friendly space to mingle, make friends, and discuss your favorite book from the past month with other 21+ readers. Even if you haven’t finished a book, come anyway!

The club meets every 4th Friday from 6:30–8:00 PM at Bookin' It.

Imperfect by Brené Brown.

"The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You're Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are” by Brené Brown Ph.D L.M.S.W.

The Gifts of Imperfection, which has sold more than two million copies in thirty-five different languages across the globe.

What transforms this book from words on a page to effective daily practices are the ten guideposts to wholehearted living. The guideposts not only help us understand the practices that will allow us to change our lives and families, but they also walk us through the unattainable and sabotaging expectations that get in the way.
Brené writes, “This book is an invitation to join a wholehearted revolution. A small, quiet, grassroots movement that starts with each of us saying, ‘My story matters because I matter.’ Revolution might sound a little dramatic, but in this world, choosing authenticity and worthiness is an absolute act of resistance.”

What to do:
1 Mark “Going” on the Facebook event page (helps generate interest & attracts more to attend)
2 Read the book
3 Show up, discuss, and connect with others. It’s free!

Alive Day by Karie Fugett

Join us each month for Best Seller Book Club, where we dive into the buzz-worthy books everyone is talking about—straight from Kristy’s ever-growing TBR shelf. Together we’ll explore a rotating mix of historical fiction, women’s fiction, and contemporary stories that spark conversation, connection, and maybe a little friendly debate.

If you love getting lost in powerful stories about complex characters, meaningful relationships, and unforgettable moments in time, this is the club for you. Come ready to chat, laugh, and share your thoughts with fellow readers who love books just as much as you do. 📚✨

Because let’s be honest… Kristy’s TBR pile isn’t getting any smaller, so we might as well read them together!

Theo of Golden by Allen Levi

Theo of Golden is a beautifully crafted story about the power of creative generosity, the importance of wonder to a purposeful life, and the far-reaching possibilities of anonymous kindness.

Questions linger about Theo, a pleasant but mysterious stranger, after his arrival in the southern city of Golden.
Who is he, and why is he here?

He arrives early one spring and by chance - or is it? - he visits a coffee shop where 92 framed pencil portraits are on display. Inspired, Theo sets out on a mission of purchasing all the portraits one at a time and quietly bestowing them on their 'rightful owners.' Stories are told; friendships are born; and lives are changed.

What to do:
1. Mark “Going” on the Facebook event page (helps generate interest & attracts more to attend)
2. Read the book
3. Show up, discuss, and connect with others. It’s free!

The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife by Anna Johnston

This club began by reading the same AUTHORS rather than reading the same book.
We have since changed that. If you are looking for meaningful, deep, and fulfilling conversation…
If you are looking to gather and grow (your mind and your circle), JOIN US!
Don't Miss Out!

The Backwards Book Club is a beginner-friendly book club designed to be a great space for you to mingle, create lasting friendships, and discuss your favorite book you've read over the last month with other 21+ people. 

Even if you haven't finished a book this month, come anyway! 

The club will meet every 4th Friday from 6:30:8:00 PM at Bookin' It.

Wild Reverence by Rebecca Ross.

Step into another world with our Fantasy Book Club! Each month, we’ll gather to discuss a new fantasy read filled with magic, adventure, mythical creatures, and unforgettable characters. Whether you love epic quests, enchanted realms, or a little romance woven into your fantasy, this club is for readers who enjoy escaping reality and exploring the impossible. Join us for lively conversation, great company, and a shared love of all things fantastical.

The Laramie Project by Moises Kaufman

Join us for an intriguing and thought-provoking discussion at our Banned Book Club as we delve into the controversial yet compelling “The Laramie Project” By Moises Kaufman. Explore the themes, impact, and intricate storytelling of this iconic work while engaging in an open and enriching conversation. Let's challenge norms, celebrate freedom of expression, and embrace diverse perspectives. Don't miss out on this eye-opening experience. See you at the club!

Join us for an intriguing and thought-provoking discussion at our Banned Book Club as we delve into the controversial yet compelling “Beloved” by Toni Morrison. Explore the themes, impact, and intricate storytelling of this iconic work while engaging in an open and enriching conversation. Let's challenge norms, celebrate freedom of expression, and embrace diverse perspectives. Don't miss out on this eye-opening experience.
See you at the club!