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Join us in 2026 for a new reading group where we dive into genres, looking at the authors, books and themes that define them. We’ll cover everything from crime, fantasy and thrillers to classics, romance and more.
Whether you’re trying to read more, are a massive fan of the genre, or normally give it a miss, we’ll have plenty of book recommendations to choose from so that you’re bound to find something you like.
Books can transport us, change our perspectives and teach us more about the world, and about ourselves. And reading for pleasure can help you slow down, improve your attention span and benefit your mental health.
At each of the 10 monthly sessions, Ollie will give a quick background overview on the genre, followed by discussion of what you liked or didn't about your chosen book(s) and how they fit within the genre, leaving with even more recommendations to add to your To Be Read pile. And if you just read one book from each session, you’ll have read at least 10 over the year and be well on your way to a great habit.
So come along to our no-pressure sessions and help strengthen your reading muscle.
May - Get Into… Fantasy
May sees us enter the innumerable worlds of fantasy and myth, where magic is real and mythical creatures abound - sometimes. From its roots in ancient mythology, folklore, and fairy tales, you can wander entirely invented realms, gaze on impossible events or witness glimpses of the supernatural. This month’s reading list includes characters from the Odyssey, a venture on the Discworld and an inconceivable love story. With griffins, trolls, wizards, vampires and kandra, you’re sure to find something you’ll love in this month’s list.
For this month, we’ve picked ten books that aim to encompass the diversity of the genre of fantasy:
Circe by Madeline Miller (mythic fantasy)
Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell by Susanna Clarke (alternate history)
Small Gods by Terry Pratchett (comic fantasy)
Kafka on the Shore by Haruki Murakami (translated, magical realism)
The Princess Bride by William Goldman (romantic fantasy, genre-breaking)
Blood Over Bright Haven by M. L. Wang (dark academia)
Mistborn (Book 1) by Brandon Sanderson (epic/high fantasy)
Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell (children’s/Young Adult)
Storyland: A New Mythology of Britain by Amy Jeffs (non-fiction)
Godkiller by Hannah Kaner (grimdark)
Register now and you can get 15% off the books in the reading list. Once you have booked a place, you will be sent a password to access the catalogue of books at a discounted price.
We look forward to seeing you there.
The full list of sessions is below - we’ll put up the reading lists against the events each month.
Jan - Cinema/Seen on Screen
Feb - Crime
Mar - Sci Fi
Apr - Classics
May - Fantasy
Jun - Cosy
Jul - Dystopian
Sep - Thriller
Oct - Horror
Nov - Romance
Join us in 2026 for a new reading group where we dive into genres, looking at the authors, books and themes that define them. We’ll cover everything from crime, fantasy and thrillers to classics, romance and more.
Whether you’re trying to read more, are a massive fan of the genre, or normally give it a miss, we’ll have plenty of book recommendations to choose from so that you’re bound to find something you like.
Books can transport us, change our perspectives and teach us more about the world, and about ourselves. And reading for pleasure can help you slow down, improve your attention span and benefit your mental health.
At each of the 10 monthly sessions, Ollie will give a quick background overview on the genre, followed by discussion of what you liked or didn't about your chosen book(s) and how they fit within the genre, leaving with even more recommendations to add to your To Be Read pile. And if you just read one book from each session, you’ll have read at least 10 over the year and be well on your way to a great habit.
So come along to our no-pressure sessions and help strengthen your reading muscle.
May - Get Into… Fantasy
May sees us enter the innumerable worlds of fantasy and myth, where magic is real and mythical creatures abound - sometimes. From its roots in ancient mythology, folklore, and fairy tales, you can wander entirely invented realms, gaze on impossible events or witness glimpses of the supernatural. This month’s reading list includes characters from the Odyssey, a venture on the Discworld and an inconceivable love story. With griffins, trolls, wizards, vampires and kandra, you’re sure to find something you’ll love in this month’s list.
For this month, we’ve picked ten books that aim to encompass the diversity of the genre of fantasy:
Circe by Madeline Miller (mythic fantasy)
Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell by Susanna Clarke (alternate history)
Small Gods by Terry Pratchett (comic fantasy)
Kafka on the Shore by Haruki Murakami (translated, magical realism)
The Princess Bride by William Goldman (romantic fantasy, genre-breaking)
Blood Over Bright Haven by M. L. Wang (dark academia)
Mistborn (Book 1) by Brandon Sanderson (epic/high fantasy)
Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell (children’s/Young Adult)
Storyland: A New Mythology of Britain by Amy Jeffs (non-fiction)
Godkiller by Hannah Kaner (grimdark)
Register now and you can get 15% off the books in the reading list. Once you have booked a place, you will be sent a password to access the catalogue of books at a discounted price.
We look forward to seeing you there.
The full list of sessions is below - we’ll put up the reading lists against the events each month.
Jan - Cinema/Seen on Screen
Feb - Crime
Mar - Sci Fi
Apr - Classics
May - Fantasy
Jun - Cosy
Jul - Dystopian
Sep - Thriller
Oct - Horror
Nov - Romance