Phi Beta Kappa Book Clubs

           


Phi Beta Kappa members across the globe are keeping the love of learning alive, one book at a time.


 


Alumni association book clubs meet to discuss books of diverse types and genres. To find Phi Beta Kappa book club events in your area, visit our events page or contact the association closest to you


Book Clubs

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The Atlanta Phi Beta Kappa Association hosts a bi-monthly book club to discuss curated works of fiction and non-fiction, as well as classic novels. Each meeting averages 5-10 people, who connect to the literature and each other though both formal and informal conversations. Learn more.

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The Boston Phi Beta Kappa Association hosts book club meetings approximatey once a month to discuss assorted works of fiction, nonfiction, classic texts, and texts relevant to current events. Selections are based on recommendations from members. With a group size averaging 5-15 attendees each session, these meetings mix formal conversation around the books’ content with an informal, social atmosphere, often in a location where food is avaliable. Learn more.

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The Phi Beta Kappa Association of the Chicago Area hosts book club meetings once a month to discuss a wide selection of nonfiction, fiction, and classic texts, as recommended by their members. The group size averages 10-15 attendees each session, and their meetings blend formal conversation around the books’ content with an informal, social atmosphere, often held at the Nix Resturaunt. Learn more.

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The DC Area Phi Beta Kappa Association hosts book club meetings once a month to discuss a varied selection of fiction, nonfiction, and classic texts, as recommended and voted on by their members. With a group size averaging 10-15 attendees each session, their meetings blend formal conversation around the books’ content with an informal, social atmosphere. Learn more.

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The Phi Beta Kappa Association of Indiana hosts book club meetings every month to discuss relevant works of fiction, and non-fiction, as well as classic texts. The conversation is lively, providing members with stimulating conversation surrounding the text, and providing an enjoyable social atmosphere. Learn more.

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The New York Phi Beta Kappa Association hosts book club meetings each month to discuss a title of fiction, nonfiction, or classic text. The group meetings offer formal and lively conversation around the books’ content, paired with an informal, social atmosphere. Learn more.

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The Detroit Phi Beta Kappa Association hosts book club meetings to discuss a title of fiction, nonfiction, or classic text. The group meetings offer lively discussion around the books’ content and opportunities for members to talk and get better acquainted. Learn more.

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The London Association hosts its 'Guilty Readers' Book Club series. They get together to promote friendship, provide a support system to Phi Beta Kappa members in the UK, and to read books that they perhaps should have read by now. Learn more.

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The Northern California Association holds book club meetings to discuss a title of fiction, nonfiction, or classic text. The group meetings offer lively discussion around the books’ content and opportunities for members to talk and get better acquainted. Learn more.

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The Delaware Valley Association hosts virtual book discussions of award-winning books. Participants are invited to obtain the book from their favorite library or book seller, and meet via Zoom for a thoughtful, interactive discussion. Books cover various genres including fiction, nonfiction, satire, and more. Learn more.

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A recent meeting of the DC Area Phi Beta Kappa Association book club.

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