Book Discussions

Adults sitting in a circle. One person has a book open, pointing to an open page.

You are invited to join in one of our many in-person or online book discussions that take place several times each month. In our book discussion groups we read and talk about both fiction and non-fiction books. We express our opinions (both likes and dislikes!) with other avid readers in the city.

Need help? Ask a Library staff member at any of our locations or call, text or email Ask-a-Librarian. The Tinker Station helpline at (317) 275-4500 is also available. It is staffed by device experts who can answer questions about how to read, watch, and listen on a PC, tablet, or phone.

Upcoming Book Disussions

The Read In The Read In Central Library

Join More of This for a book discussion on Audre Lorde's Your Silence Will Not Protect You. If you've read or have a copy of Sister Outsider, the essays we'll be discussing are included in both of Lorde's books.

Soulful Pages Book Club Soulful Pages Book Club Central Library

Discover inspiring books and connect with fellow readers at Soulful Pages Book Club. Join us monthly at the CBLC inside Central Library for engaging discussions, fresh perspectives, and a shared love of reading.

Adult Book Discussion at Irvington Adult Book Discussion at Irvington Irvington Branch

The book to be discussed is "Never Let Me Go" by Kazuo Ishiguro. Adults are invited to this monthly book discussion program that is free and open to everyone!

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Upcoming Online Book Discussions & Virtual Author Talks

Virtual Author Talk: Epic Worlds and Celestial Prophecies - Exploring the Between Earth and Sky Trilogy with Rebecca Roanhorse Virtual Author Talk: Epic Worlds and Celestial Prophecies - Exploring the Between Earth and Sky Trilogy with Rebecca Roanhorse Online

Step into a sprawling world of celestial magic, political intrigue, and ancient prophecies with New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Roanhorse as we dive deep into her acclaimed Between Earth and Sky trilogy.

Virtual Author Talk: Sparks, Shadows, and Epic Romantasy with Helen Scheuerer Virtual Author Talk: Sparks, Shadows, and Epic Romantasy with Helen Scheuerer Online

Join us virtually for a downright intoxicating conversation with bestselling fantasy author Helen Scheuerer as we delve into her thrilling new novel, Kiss of the Black Flame.

Virtual Author Talk: Exile, Memory, and the Meaning of Home: A Conversation with Ana Hebra Flaster Virtual Author Talk: Exile, Memory, and the Meaning of Home: A Conversation with Ana Hebra Flaster Online

What happens when the country you love forces you out, leaving you just 48 hours to abandon everything you’ve ever known? Join us online for an extraordinary online conversation with author and essayist Ana Hebra Flaster.

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More Ways to Connect with Other Readers

Currently Reading on Facebook

Looking for something to read or watch next? Join us on Sunday nights at 8:30 p.m. on Facebook for Currently Reading, an hour during which book enthusiasts share favorite books and offer suggestion about what to read next. Currently Reading is a great place to find out about the books that have everyone talking.

Indy Now Book Club

Catch book recommendations and Library program highlights from your own local librarians once a month on the Indy Now Morning Show on Fox59. The show airs at 10 a.m. on Wednesdays. Browse our past appearances.

Book Club in a Bag

Book Club in a Bag is a a convenient DIY book club that makes it easy to get enough books for a whole group to read together. Each bag contains 10 copies of the same title with a 6 week checkout period as well as discussion questions. It's that easy, all you need is an Indianapolis Public Library card! There are hundreds of titles to choose from! Learn more about Book Club in a Bag.