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
September 2, 2026 at 10:30 AM - In-person & on Zoom - View the flyer for: Lies and Weddings by Kevin Kwan
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!
September 2, 2026 at 10:30 AM - In-person & on Zoom - View the flyer for: Lies and Weddings by Kevin Kwan
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
August 17, 2026 - 6:15 - 7:15 PM -- View the flyer for: "The Island of Mising Trees" by Elif Shafak
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.
August 17, 2026 - 6:15 - 7:15 PM -- View the flyer for: "The Island of Mising Trees" by Elif Shafak
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
October 14, 2026 at 10:30 AM - In-person & on Zoom - View the flyer for: Long Island Compromise by Taffy Brodesser-Akner
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!
October 14, 2026 at 10:30 AM - In-person & on Zoom - View the flyer for: Long Island Compromise by Taffy Brodesser-Akner
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
August 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM - in-person meeting - The group will discuss: "Yellowface" by R.F. Kuang
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
August 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM - in-person meeting - The group will discuss: "Yellowface" by R.F. Kuang
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, September 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM - in person meeting - the group will discuss: "The Wolf King" by Lauren Palphreyman
Have a thirst for adventure? Do you love love? Join our monthly Romantasy book discussion to get the best of both worlds!
Monday, September 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM - in person meeting - the group will discuss: "The Wolf King" by Lauren Palphreyman
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, August 14, 2026 @ 11:30 AM - in-person meeting - The group will read: "Magpie Murders" by Anthony Horowitz
For more information, email Karen Wronko at wronkok@waynepubliclibrary.org
Book Copies available at the reference Desk,ebook available on hoopla. audiobook on Libby and Hoopla.
Friday, August 14, 2026 @ 11:30 AM - in-person meeting - The group will read: "Magpie Murders" by Anthony Horowitz
For more information, email Karen Wronko at wronkok@waynepubliclibrary.org
Book Copies available at the reference Desk,ebook available on hoopla. audiobook on Libby and Hoopla.
The NonFiction Book Discussion Group
August 19, 2026 at 10:00 AM - in person - View the flyer for: "the Innovators" by Walter Isaacson
Copies of the book are at the Wayne Library Reference Desk. The eBook & audiobook are available on Libby, abridged eAudiobook on hoopla.
For more information and Zoom invite, email Nick at basteann@waynepubliclibrary.org
August 19, 2026 at 10:00 AM - in person - View the flyer for: "the Innovators" by Walter Isaacson
Copies of the book are at the Wayne Library Reference Desk. The eBook & audiobook are available on Libby, abridged eAudiobook on hoopla.
For more information and Zoom invite, email Nick at basteann@waynepubliclibrary.org
Short Story Book Discussion Group
September 23, 2026 @7:00 PM
The group will discuss: "Blue Circle" by Jesss Gibson
Copies of the stories available at the Reference Desk
For questions or more information contact Janette Pardo: pardoj@waynepubliclibrary.org
September 23, 2026 @7:00 PM
The group will discuss: "Blue Circle" by Jesss Gibson
Copies of the stories available at the Reference Desk
For questions or more information contact Janette Pardo: pardoj@waynepubliclibrary.org
Silent Book Club
August 22, 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!
August 22, 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, August 15, 2026: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Our August Reading Recommendation: "Ghost Pepper Vol.1: Flavors of Ash" by Ludo Lullabi & Adriano Lucas
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, August 15, 2026: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Our August Reading Recommendation: "Ghost Pepper Vol.1: Flavors of Ash" by Ludo Lullabi & Adriano Lucas
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
