Friends of the New Port Richey Library - Book Club

05/20/2026

Our June bookclub genre is Beach Reads. Drop your suggestions below so that we can make our decision next Wednesday, May 27th Sip on Grand Friends of the New Port Richey Public Library New Port Richey Public Library.

04/23/2026

📖 Next Stop: The Midnight Library 📖
Between life and death there is a library, and within that library, the shelves go on forever. Every book provides a chance to try another life you could have lived...
This month, we are diving into The Midnight Library by Matt Haig. It’s a beautiful, thought-provoking story about regret, second chances, and the choices that truly make a life worth living. Whether you’ve already finished it or are just starting the first chapter, we want to hear your thoughts!
Join us for our monthly meetup:
• 📅 When: Wednesday, May 27, 2026
• ⏰ Time: 7:00 pm
• 📍 Where: Sip on Grand

04/15/2026

Calling all fantasy lovers! 🐉✨

We are looking for our next great adventure, and we want YOUR help! If you could pick any standalone fantasy novel for us to dive into together, what would it be?

Whether it’s a cozy "low-stakes" tale, a dark folklore retelling, or a sprawling epic that fits into a single book, we want to hear about it.

Drop your top choice in the comments below! 👇

Tell us:
📖 Title & Author
✨ Why it’s a must-read (without spoilers!)

We can’t wait to see what world we’ll be traveling to next! 🏰⚔️🔮

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04/02/2026

For those who were asking here are the genres for our book club:

January - African American Historical Fiction

February - Romance

March - Reese Witherspoon Book Selection

April - Book to Movie

May - Fantasy

June – Beach Read

July - Historical Fiction US

August - True Crime

September - Open to Suggestions

October - Mystery/Thriller/Horror

November - Cozy Fall Vibes

December - set in Winter/Christmas/Holiday Themed

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04/02/2026

🚀 Calling all Ryland Grace and Rocky fans! 🚀

Our next Friends of the New Port Richey Library Book Club meeting is officially on the calendar. We’ll be diving into the science, the suspense, and the "fist-bumps" of Andy Weir’s Project Hail Mary.

Whether you’re here for the hard science or just to discuss the most wholesome friendship in the galaxy, we want to see you there!

The Details:
Book: Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir

When: Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Time: 7:00 PM

Where: Sip on Grand

Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and get ready for a great discussion. See you there! 🍷📖

03/19/2026

Headline: 🍿 Books vs. Movies: Who did it better? 📚

We are looking for our next read, and we want it to be a Book-to-Movie adaptation! We want to hear from you—what’s a story that was so good on the page that we have to see how it translated to the screen?

Drop your suggestions below! Are we feeling a classic, a thriller, or a recent bestseller?

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03/16/2026

"Change of plans! To ensure we have our favorite spot at Sip on Grand, our next book club meeting has been rescheduled for April 1, 2026. Same time, same place—just a week later."

02/26/2026

Ready for your next favorite read? Join the Sip on Grand Book Club as we dive into the rugged and emotional world of Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall.

Whether you’re a regular or looking to join us for the first time, we’d love to have you! Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and let’s talk about Hall’s gripping storytelling, complex characters, and that atmospheric setting.

📅 The Details:
When: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 7:00 pm.

Where: Sip on Grand

Book: Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall

Pro Tip: Come early to snag your favorite spot and a glass of something delicious before we start the discussion!

Are you planning on coming? Drop a comment below or hit "Interested" so we can get a headcount! 👇

02/20/2026

For March, we are looking to dive into Reese’s Book Club 2025 lineup which absolutely stacked with strong women, twisty mysteries, and heart-wrenching historicals. 📚💖 .

Whether you want to escape to a deserted island in the 16th century or solve a modern-day puzzle, there is a pick here for every mood. Check out the full 2025 archive below 👇

📖 REESE’S 2025 MONTHLY PICKS 📖
JANUARY: The Three Lives of Cate Kay by Kate Fagan 🖊️

The Vibe: A propulsive "puzzle" novel about a famous author living a double life.

FEBRUARY: Isola by Allegra Goodman 🏝️

The Vibe: A survival story based on the true 16th-century tale of a noblewoman marooned on a deserted island.

MARCH: Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall 🌾

The Vibe: Historical mystery meets a "second chance" romance in 1960s England.

APRIL: All That Life Can Afford by Emily Everett 🇬🇧

The Vibe: A sharp look at class and ambition as a young woman is swept into London's elite world.

MAY: Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry ☀️

The Vibe: A sweeping story of fame, secrets, and a "grumpy vs. sunshine" writing rivalry.

JUNE: The Phoenix Pencil Company by Allison King ✏️

The Vibe: A beautiful debut exploring family legacy and the magic of memory through a lost Shanghai company.

JULY: Spectacular Things by Beck Dorey-Stein ⚽

The Vibe: A powerful story of sisterhood, sacrifice, and the ambition of two sisters in Maine.

AUGUST: Once Upon a Time in Dollywood by Ashley Jordan 🎶

The Vibe: A playwright finds herself (and maybe love) while escaping to the Tennessee mountains.

SEPTEMBER: To the Moon and Back by Eliana Ramage 🚀

The Vibe: An emotional journey of a woman striving to become the first Cherokee astronaut.

OCTOBER: Gone Before Goodbye by Reese Witherspoon & Harlan Coben 🔍

The Vibe: Reese’s debut thriller! A high-stakes medical conspiracy that will keep you guessing.

NOVEMBER: Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy ❄️

The Vibe: An atmospheric, moody thriller set near Antarctica. Perfect for chilly nights!

DECEMBER: The Heir Apparent by Rebecca Armitage 👑

The Vibe: A modern royal coming-of-age story set in Australia.

01/29/2026

Get ready to dive into some serious family drama and emotional twists. For February, we’re reading Regretting You by Colleen Hoover.

Whether you’re a Die-hard CoHo fan or new to her books, this mother-daughter story is sure to give us plenty to talk about over drinks!

🗓️ The Details
Book: Regretting You by Colleen Hoover

When: Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Time: 7:00 PM

Where: Sip on Grand

Grab your copy, start reading, and we’ll see you there for a great night of discussion! 🍷✨

01/20/2026

We will be meeting on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 7:00 pm at Sip on Grand to discuss January's book selection: "The Personal Librarian" by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray.

February's genre is Romance. Please drop your suggestions below.