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Book Swap Social Event - Make New Friends Who Love Books

Book Swap Social Event - Make New Friends Who Love Books

Sat, Oct 24, 3:00 PM
From Science and Philosophy Book Club
4.6

Do you have spare books lying around your home? Do you want to read new interesting books for free while socializing with interesting people? This is the event for you. We will enjoy nice drinks and snacks together at a beautiful lounge bar in London. You can bring your books and exchange them with whoever has the books you want to read. Since this is a Science and Philosophy book club, it would be great for you to bring non-fiction books that are insightful and thought-provoking. If you want to bring fiction books that are scientifically or philosophically insightful, feel free to bring those as well. Since it is a social event, I encourage everyone to make deep meaningful conversations and make new friends. You can come alone or bring your friends with you. If you come alone, there is no need to be shy or scared. I will welcome you and introduce you to cool interesting people to speak with. Also feel free to come even if you forget to bring any books.

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Book Swap Meetup 📚📚📚

Book Swap Meetup 📚📚📚

Sat, Nov 7, 12:00 PM
From Book Swap Brunch 20-30s
4.8

Basic Ideas: 🌞 📚☕ Any books sitting there collecting dust? Some holiday gifts? Or it’s a book that has changed your life that you want to share? Feel free to bring book(s) to discuss or swap, we usually have more books than people in the end, so feel free to pop along just to have a chat as well. Aiming for every 4 weeks book swap meetup. Note: The event is free to attend, so the only cost for you will only be buying a drink at the location, so coffee/tea/beer etc.

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Book shop exploring (Brixton → Dulwich Park)

Book shop exploring (Brixton → Dulwich Park)

Sat, Oct 24, 11:00 AM
From Book Swap Brunch 20-30s
4.8

In the digital age💻📡📱, do you still like getting a physical book to read? Where do you buy them? Amazon? Waterstone? Blackstone? How about join us for a bookshop crawl, let's try to find some hidden gems of independent bookshops. (Or just tag along for a chat😁) Find out more book shops to try, this time we will be heading down to south London. We will meet at Brixton tube station, then walk towards Dulwich Park. There will be 4-5 book shops in total, never been to most of them, so it will be some new experience for me as well. Upon finishing, we can find somewhere to sit and chat about books. The two hour time is just a guidance, some shops take longer and some are less. If you ever want to stay in one shop for longer (I know, been there, done that😂) feel free to do so, you can join us at other shops. (See itinerary below) Disclaimer: I am not affiliated with any of the shops, so you are not obliged to buy any books, just get whatever you like. *** 📚💃🏼 📖💃🏿☕️ ITINERARY ☕️💃🏾🍷💃🏻🍴📚 We will all meet up at Brixton Station. Don't worry if you are late, join us in along the walks. Then the tour shall begin! 1: BookMongers Address: 439 Coldharbour Ln, London SW9 8LN 2: Round Table Books Address: Brixton Village, 97 Granville Arcade, Coldharbour Ln, London SW9 8PS (\~15mins walking distance) 3: Herne Hill Books Address: 289 Railton Rd, London SE24 0LY 4: Oxfam Bookshop Herne Hill Address: 9 Half Moon Ln, London SE24 9JU (\~15mins walking distance) 5: Village Books Address: 1D Calton Ave, London SE21 7DE *** Wow, you made it, hopefully you have found some books that will make you happy🎈🎉✨. For people who likes to have more socials or talk more about books (or just to show off your purchases😆), we can find some place for a cup of coffee or a late lunch. Depends on the weather and people's interests, we can either go to Dulwich Park or Dulwich Picture Gallery or just a café. *** There is a WhatsApp group for contact: TBA

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A Sci Fi/Fantasy Authors Winter Social & Book Swap

A Sci Fi/Fantasy Authors Winter Social & Book Swap

Wed, Dec 2, 6:30 PM
From London Sci Fi & Fantasy Authors
4.9

Join us for our final event of the year! A London Sci-Fi/Fantasy Authors Winter Social! This casual gathering is for aspiring and published writers to share ideas, discuss their work and journeys, and connect with other like minded creatives in a relaxed and welcoming environment. **To celebrate the season and end of the year we will doing a "secret santa" style book swap at the social! If you want to take part then please bring a gift wrapped sci fi or fantasy novel (can be secondhand, paperpack, whatever you please) and pairs will then be given on the day to swap books!** \*TAKING PART IN THE BOOK SWAP IS TOTALLY OPTIONAL BUT ENCOURAGED haha.\* We’ll be meeting in the upstairs room of Craft Beer Co. Brixton for this social, so please support the venue by buying food and drinks to thank them for their support of the group this year! See you there!

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Between the Lines: Bring your own & swap

Between the Lines: Bring your own & swap

Fri, Oct 9, 6:00 PM
From Between the Lines: Books, Wine & Good Conversation

Bring Your Own & Swap: Books, Wine & Good Company Between the Lines is a curated book club created for thoughtful conversations, great books and even better wine. We meet in handpicked London wine bars, creating a relaxed, intimate space to connect with like-minded readers. Our first Bring Your Own & Swap sold out in just four days, and the lovely people who came made the night unforgettable. Now the swap is back! Bring a book you’ve read and loved, and are happy to pass on. Share why it stayed with you, then swap it for another reader’s book to take home. We’ll also keep building our Between the Lines reading list together, one recommendation at a time. Join us at The Winemakers Club for a curated wine-bar experience, with a complimentary drink on arrival. Whether you joined us last time or this will be your first Between the Lines evening, you’re very welcome. Friday 9 October 2026, 7 pm The Winemakers Club 41a Farringdon Street, London EC4A 4AN To join us, click the following registration link, complete the form and payment, and secure your place: https://forms.gle/46X4rKrD7ZpUBnEz8 Also, give us a follow on instagram! - https://www.instagram.com/betweenthelines_ldn?stkn=enRqOHg4a2Zhczhm&utm_source=qr

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October Book Club Meetup: Invisible Monsters by Chuck Palahniuk

October Book Club Meetup: Invisible Monsters by Chuck Palahniuk

Tue, Oct 13, 6:00 PM
From London's Friendly 20- and 30-Somethings Book Club!
4.8

London's Friendly Book Club's pick for October is **Invisible Monsters** by **Chuck Palahniuk**. She's a catwalk model who has everything: a boyfriend, a career, a loyal best friend. But when a sudden motor 'accident' leaves her disfigured and incapable of speech, she goes from being the beautiful centre of attention to being an invisible monster, so hideous that no one will acknowledge she exists. Enter Brandy Alexander, Queen Supreme, one operation away from being a real woman, who will teach her that reinventing yourself means erasing your past and making up something better, and that salvation hides in the last place you'll ever want to look. The narrator must exact revenge upon Evie, her best friend and fellow model; kidnap Manus, her two-timing ex-boyfriend; and hit the road with Brandy in search of a brand-new past, present and future. Please only RSVP if you think you'll be able to make this event. **We host three sessions per book, you only need to attend one.** Everyone is welcome! Grab your copy and join us for a relaxed and engaging discussion.

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Frequently asked questions

A book swap is an event where people exchange books with each other. It fosters community among book lovers who share their passion for reading and discover new literature by swapping books they’ve read.

Use Meetup to search for book swap events by entering 'book swap' and your location, such as London. Explore local groups dedicated to book swapping and easily RSVP to join.

Yes, Meetup allows you to join multiple groups. Expand your reading circle by signing up for different book swap groups in London that match your literary genres of interest.

While many Meetup events are free, some book swaps may have a small fee to cover costs. Always check the event details on Meetup to know if there’s a fee involved when you RSVP.

Book swaps are usually organized by Meetup group hosts. They set the time, place, and specific rules of the event, facilitating a smooth exchange of books among attendees.

Event availability depends on local organizers and community interest. While many book swaps occur regularly, it varies. Check Meetup frequently for new listings in London.

Yes, Meetup is generally free to use as a participant. However, some events may have fees or donations, which are set by the event or group organizers, not Meetup itself.

Yes, you can RSVP anytime before the event if there are spots available. Early RSVPing is recommended for popular book swaps to secure your place ahead of time.

While many book swap events are in-person, some may be hosted online. Check the event details on Meetup to find out whether it’s a physical gathering or a virtual one.

To cancel an RSVP, simply navigate to the event page and click on 'Change RSVP' or 'Cancel RSVP.' This lets the organizer understand the expected attendance better.

Usually, book swaps require participants to bring books to contribute. Always refer to the event page for specific guidelines about what to bring to your chosen book swap.

Meetup itself doesn't organize events. Instead, it provides a platform for users to join groups where local hosts and organizers set up book swaps, creating community interaction.

While Meetup fosters connections through group activities, making friends ultimately depends on active participation and common interests shared at book swaps and beyond.

The quality of event organization varies by group. Read past attendees' reviews on Meetup to gauge how well-organized a particular book swap might be before RSVPing.

There's no guarantee, as the selection depends on participant contributions. Book swaps are excellent for discovering new genres, but finding specific titles depends on what attendees bring.