Book Clubs

Each set contains 6 to 12 copies of the same title, making it easy for all members to read the same book.

Discover the full range of book clubs sets in our online catalogue.

Borrow up to two book club sets for up to six weeks.

Book your club’s selected titles online, quickly and conveniently.

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Book a library space for your club meetings at no charge.

Libby, the Library App, offers a wide selection of eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines. Through Libby, you can also participate in exciting online book clubs that bring readers together across Australia.

Get Libby:

• Visit Libby

• App Store (iPad and iPhone)

• Google Play (Android)

• Google Play (Android Automotive).

Ben’s Book Club, hosted by Australian author Ben Hobson, features a new book each month from local authors. Readers can explore these titles and join insightful virtual discussions.

For more information and to connect with fellow readers head to Ben’s Book Club Facebook group.

Together We Read is a two-week, nationwide digital book club, enabling Australians to borrow and enjoy the same eBook or audiobook simultaneously, without waitlists or holds. It’s a unique opportunity to participate in a shared reading experience and connect with others.

Looking for an engaging online book club? Each month, The Australia Institute hosts a live webinar featuring a new non-fiction title and its author. Participants can enjoy exclusive book offers and the chance to interact with acclaimed writers.

For more information and to join the club, visit the Australia Institute website.

Many book club titles are available digitally as eAudiobooks or eBooks.

Check out our eLibrary for available formats and enjoy flexibility in your club’s reading experience.

A book club is a welcoming space where people come together regularly to read and discuss a shared book. It’s more than just reading – it’s about connecting with others, exchanging ideas, and exploring different perspectives through literature.

By joining a book club, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• meet new people who share your interest in reading

• discover new authors and genres you might not have chosen on your own

• stay motivated to read and explore a wider range of books

• engage in meaningful discussions that deepen your understanding and enjoyment of each book

• be part of a friendly, local community that values thoughtful conversation and shared learning.

Our book club sets are thoughtfully curated to encourage engaging discussions and diverse viewpoints. We purposely include books from a wide range of voices, stories and authors, celebrating diversity and promoting inclusion across cultures, identities and experiences.

Any Townsville Citylibraries member aged 18 or over can register a book club and borrow book club sets.

All participants using the book club service must hold a current Citylibraries membership.

We recommend a minimum of 4 members to encourage engaging and meaningful discussions. Our book club sets have an average of 8-10 copies, so please keep this in mind when planning your group size.

If your club has more than 10 members, additional participants are welcome to borrow a general copy using their personal library membership. Many book club titles are also available in our general lending collection, making it easy for everyone to access a copy.

Prefer digital? Members can also check for eBooks and eAudiobooks through our eLibrary, perfect for reading or listening on the go.

Whole sets and individual copies can be returned early, but please ensure the full set is returned by its due date. Late returns may affect other clubs’ bookings.

Please contact us as soon as possible. Replacement costs may apply; staff will guide you through the process.

Yes, just get in touch with the library via email to libraryexperiences@townsville.qld.gov.au to update your club’s details.

Yes! If your club is open to new members, we can list it on our online catalogue where the community can browse and contact your club directly. Contact us to opt in.

Please email us so we can update our records and cancel any future bookings.

Yes, staff will reach out and invite book clubs to suggest new titles for our collection updates. Book Club coordinators will receive an email notification when the suggestion period is open.

While we cannot guarantee your suggestion will be purchased, your input helps shape a collection that continues to inspire and engage our community of readers.

Yes. The High School Book Club is a monthly program created for high-school aged students who enjoy reading and want to connect with others. Each session includes reading time, group discussion, and a creative activity or craft.

No bookings are required.

Supervising adults must remain in branch during the session.

For upcoming dates and locations, please visit What's On Townsville.