The Wayne Public Library Adult Reference Department has seven different book discussion groups to meet the needs of a wide variety of readers.
Contact the Reference Desk for more information 973-694-4272 Ext. 5401
The Romantic Fiction Book Discussion Group
August 5, 2026 at 10:30 AM - In-person & on Zoom - View the flyer for: The Love Hypothesis bu Ali Hazelwood
For more information please email Janette at pardoj@waynepubliclibrary.org Book copy information is available on the flyer.
The Romantic Fiction Book Discussion Group meets on the first Wednesday of the month. Facilitated by Janette Pardo, our resident romance expert, come and join this group because everyone needs a little romance!
August 5, 2026 at 10:30 AM - In-person & on Zoom - View the flyer for: The Love Hypothesis bu Ali Hazelwood
For more information please email Janette at pardoj@waynepubliclibrary.org Book copy information is available on the flyer.
The Romantic Fiction Book Discussion Group meets on the first Wednesday of the month. Facilitated by Janette Pardo, our resident romance expert, come and join this group because everyone needs a little romance!
Zoom Monthly Monday Book Talk
July 13, 2026 - 6:15 - 7:15 PM -- View the flyer for: "Whale Fall" by Elizabeth O'Connor
Unwind from the day & connect with our book-loving community via Zoom at our Monthly Monday Book Talk. We'll talk about a variety of books focusing on Historical Fiction, Foreign Settings, and/or Multicultural Stories.
Please contact Eleana at cordovae@waynepubliclibrary.org or 973-694-4272 ext. 5406 if you'd like to join.
July 13, 2026 - 6:15 - 7:15 PM -- View the flyer for: "Whale Fall" by Elizabeth O'Connor
Unwind from the day & connect with our book-loving community via Zoom at our Monthly Monday Book Talk. We'll talk about a variety of books focusing on Historical Fiction, Foreign Settings, and/or Multicultural Stories.
Please contact Eleana at cordovae@waynepubliclibrary.org or 973-694-4272 ext. 5406 if you'd like to join.
The Page Turners Book Discussion Group
July 8, 2026 at 10:30 AM - In-person & on Zoom - View the flyer for: "Three Days in June" by Ann Tyler
The Page Turners Book Discussion Group meets on the second Wednesday of the month. Guided by Janette Pardo, anyone is welcome to join the group!
July 8, 2026 at 10:30 AM - In-person & on Zoom - View the flyer for: "Three Days in June" by Ann Tyler
The Page Turners Book Discussion Group meets on the second Wednesday of the month. Guided by Janette Pardo, anyone is welcome to join the group!
The Evening Book Discussion Group
Book Discussion with Patty Slezak
July 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM - in-person meeting - The group will discuss: " The God of the Woods" by Liz Moore
The Evening Book Discussion Group meets on Tuesday evening each month (check back for specific dates), and discusses a variety of genres including mysteries and general fiction.
Book Discussion with Patty Slezak
July 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM - in-person meeting - The group will discuss: " The God of the Woods" by Liz Moore
The Evening Book Discussion Group meets on Tuesday evening each month (check back for specific dates), and discusses a variety of genres including mysteries and general fiction.
Romantasy Book Discussion Group
Monday, July 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM - in person meeting - the group will discuss: "The Everlasting" by Alix E. Harrow
Have a thirst for adventure? Do you love love? Join our monthly Romantasy book discussion to get the best of both worlds!
Monday, July 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM - in person meeting - the group will discuss: "The Everlasting" by Alix E. Harrow
Have a thirst for adventure? Do you love love? Join our monthly Romantasy book discussion to get the best of both worlds!
The Cozy Mystery & More Book Discussion Group
Friday, June 19, 2026 @ 11:30 AM - in-person meeting - The group will read: "How to Seal Your own Fate" by Kristen Perrin
For more information, email Karen Wronko at wronkok@waynepubliclibrary.org
Book Copies available at the reference Desk,ebook available on Libby.
Friday, June 19, 2026 @ 11:30 AM - in-person meeting - The group will read: "How to Seal Your own Fate" by Kristen Perrin
For more information, email Karen Wronko at wronkok@waynepubliclibrary.org
Book Copies available at the reference Desk,ebook available on Libby.
The NonFiction Book Discussion Group
July 15, 2026 at 10:00 AM - in person - View the flyer for: "1776" by David McCullough
Copies of the book are at the Wayne Library Reference Desk. The eBook & audiobook are available on Libby.
For more information and Zoom invite, email Nick at basteann@waynepubliclibrary.org
July 15, 2026 at 10:00 AM - in person - View the flyer for: "1776" by David McCullough
Copies of the book are at the Wayne Library Reference Desk. The eBook & audiobook are available on Libby.
For more information and Zoom invite, email Nick at basteann@waynepubliclibrary.org
Short Story Book Discussion Group
June 24, 2026 @ 7PM - in person - The group will discuss the short story: "St. Lucy's Home for Girls Raised by Wolves" by Karen Russell
Copies of the story are available at the Reference Desk.
For questions or more information contact Janette Pardo: pardoj@waynepubliclibrary.org
June 24, 2026 @ 7PM - in person - The group will discuss the short story: "St. Lucy's Home for Girls Raised by Wolves" by Karen Russell
Copies of the story are available at the Reference Desk.
For questions or more information contact Janette Pardo: pardoj@waynepubliclibrary.org
Silent Book Club
July 25, 2026 @ 10:30 AM
Have you ever wanted to join a book club, but didn't like the types of books being read? Or do you like reading but you feel you never have the time? This book club is for you, with a mix of talking about what we are reading and actually reading something that you enjoy. Come chat and relax!
July 25, 2026 @ 10:30 AM
Have you ever wanted to join a book club, but didn't like the types of books being read? Or do you like reading but you feel you never have the time? This book club is for you, with a mix of talking about what we are reading and actually reading something that you enjoy. Come chat and relax!
Adult Anime, Manga & Graphic Novel Club
Saturday, July 18, 2026: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Our June Reading Recommendation: "Spider-Man Noir" by David Hine
Introducing our new Adult Anime, Manga & Graphic Novel Club where adults can discuss their favorite manga, graphic novels & anime! Monthly themes will vary along with crafts, writing or art projects to help us collaborate discussions and foster creativity. Members can have fun sharing some of their favorite (or least favorite) bits of media and connecting with others who enjoy similar topics.
Open to all adults, 18+
For information contact Arwen Fitzgerald at fitzgeralda@waynepubliclibrary.org
Saturday, July 18, 2026: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Our June Reading Recommendation: "Spider-Man Noir" by David Hine
Introducing our new Adult Anime, Manga & Graphic Novel Club where adults can discuss their favorite manga, graphic novels & anime! Monthly themes will vary along with crafts, writing or art projects to help us collaborate discussions and foster creativity. Members can have fun sharing some of their favorite (or least favorite) bits of media and connecting with others who enjoy similar topics.
Open to all adults, 18+
For information contact Arwen Fitzgerald at fitzgeralda@waynepubliclibrary.org
