Monthly reads, silent reading nights and genre-specific reading groups, including non-fiction and literary fiction. Some meet in pubs and cafes, some in libraries, some online.
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Free writing circle at the Maison de la littérature where writers of any genre meet on a Saturday at 10:30 am about once a month, chat briefly about projects, then write together for two hours.
When and where
Saturday morning writing session
One Saturday a month at 10:30 am (no November session in 2026); dates are posted on the Maison de la littérature events page
Register first by emailing [email protected] (or through the circle's Facebook page). Bring whatever you are writing: any genre is welcome, from novels and poetry to theses, business plans or comics. The first few minutes are a chat about everyone's projects, then the group writes for the rest of the two hours in an informal, respectful setting.
Adult book club at Bibliothèque Gabrielle-Roy that meets monthly at 7 pm to discuss a chosen work; the fall 2026 theme explores the history of the Americas, with spots reserved per session.
When and where
Monday evening book discussion
Second Monday of the month at 7:00 PM, September to December
Bibliothèque Gabrielle-Roy, multipurpose room (1st floor), 350, rue Saint-Joseph E, Québec (Québec) G1K 3B2
Cost
Free; reserve a spot for each meeting
First visit
An adult book club with a facilitator, discussing one set book per meeting (available in print, digital or audio); the fall 2026 theme is the history of the Americas. Reserve your free spot for each meeting on the library page (it first asks you to validate your email); places are limited. Questions go to [email protected].
Daytime book club at the Morrin Centre that reads mysteries and cozies, meeting in person at 1:30 pm on the last Monday of each month; it is for Morrin Centre members, and new members can join anytime.
When and where
Last-Monday afternoon book club
Last Monday of the month at 1:30 PM, paused in summer
Morrin Centre members only; membership $25 a year (individual)
First visit
This club is for Morrin Centre members, and new members are encouraged to join anytime. Email [email protected] to sign up. It is a cozy, in-person afternoon chat about mysteries and other cozies, with books chosen month by month (October 2026: The Retirement Plan by Sue Hincenbergs).
Hybrid Morrin Centre book club for members that meets at 7 pm on the third Tuesday of each month outside summer, in person or online; it is full but keeps drop-in spots open at every meeting.
When and where
Third-Tuesday evening book club (in person or online)
Third Tuesday of the month at 7:00 PM, paused in summer
Morrin Centre members only; membership $25 a year (individual)
First visit
For Morrin Centre members only. The club is full, but every meeting keeps drop-in spots: email [email protected] to reserve one or to join the waiting list. Take part in person at the Morrin Centre or online. Members choose the year's books over the summer (October 2026: Land by Maggie O'Farrell).
This page lists 4 book clubs in Québec City that meet on a repeating schedule. Each listing links to the group's own page for joining details.
Are Québec City book clubs free to join?
Costs and joining rules vary. Check each group's own page for fees, registration and membership requirements before you go.
Do I need the Culdesac app to join Québec City book clubs?
No. This page is free to browse and every group links out to wherever it already organises. The app matters once a group runs its own chat and calendar on Culdesac.