Three women sitting on a couch reading a book together
Alicia's Book Club

Good Books, Better Company

A small, welcoming circle where we read thoughtfully, talk honestly, and enjoy each other's company along the way. If you love a good story and an even better conversation, I'd love for you to join us.

What We're About

More Than a Reading List

I started this club because I believe the best conversations happen around a shared story. Here's what we're really here for.

Meaningful Conversation

We go beyond "did you like it?" — digging into the ideas, choices, and questions each book leaves us with.

Intellectual Growth

Every book stretches us a little — new perspectives, new authors, new ways of seeing the world we live in.

Community Connection

This is a place to be known. We show up for the books, but we stay for each other.

Genuine Entertainment

Good food, good laughter, and the occasional debate that runs long — this is joy, not homework.

Currently Reading

This Month's Pick

Book opened on person's legs, currently reading
Fiction

The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida

by Shehan Karunatilaka

A darkly funny, genre-bending story that follows a photographer trying to solve his own murder. It's ambitious, moving, and unlike anything most of us have read this year — exactly the kind of book that sparks a real conversation.

Why I chose it: I wanted a book that would push us out of our comfort zone — something with heart, humor, and a lot to discuss. This one delivers on all three.

Reading now through the end of the month — discussion at our next meeting

Upcoming Meeting

Save Your Seat

Our next gathering is coming up — here's everything you need to know to join us.

Date

Third Thursday of the month

Time

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Location

Rotating member homes & local spots

Group Size

8–12 members per gathering

RSVP for the Next Meeting

Space is limited to keep the conversation intimate — RSVP a few days ahead.

What to Expect

Format

We open with an hour of guided discussion, then let the conversation wander wherever it wants to go.

Discussion Style

Thoughtful, not academic. I bring a few questions to start us off, but everyone's take is welcome.

Social Elements

Wine, snacks, and time to actually catch up with each other — the book is the excuse, not the whole point.

Atmosphere

Warm, unpretentious, and judgment-free. No one's expected to have finished the book to show up.

Past Reads

A Few of Our Favorites

We're a young club with a growing shelf. Here's a look back at some of the books that got us talking.

Cover of Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin
Past Pick

Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow

Gabrielle Zevin

Our very first pick — a story about friendship and creativity that set the tone for everything since.

Cover of Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
Past Pick

Lessons in Chemistry

Bonnie Garmus

Sharp, funny, and quietly furious — this one produced our liveliest discussion yet.

Cover of The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese
Past Pick

The Covenant of Water

Abraham Verghese

A slow, sweeping read that had us talking about family and legacy long after we closed the book.

Member Stories

In Their Words

"I moved to town not knowing a soul. This club gave me a standing invitation to real conversation — and real friends."

A member since our second meeting

A member since our second meeting

"Alicia has a gift for picking books that actually give us something to talk about. I look forward to this every month."

A regular member

A regular member

How to Participate

Ready to Join Us?

  • Open to anyone who loves to read and enjoys good conversation
  • No reading level or genre requirement — just come curious
  • Bring yourself, an open mind, and (if you can) the book
  • New members are always welcome — request an invite anytime
Request an Invite

I'll follow up personally with details for our next gathering.