Escape into Stories
Welcome to The Cotswold Book Nook Reading Group, your once a month escape for light-hearted book discussions and literary adventures. Join me as we explore all types of books and build friendships with fellow readers in Gloucester. I'll be delighted to have you join my book club community.
My Mission
At The Cotswold Book Nook Reading Group, I aim to create a welcoming and enjoyable space for everyone who shares a love of reading. Discover new perspectives, engage in lively conversations and make lasting friendships. I host my Reading Groups in cosy coffee shops in Gloucester, the heart of the local community.
My Reading Groups are FREE, all you pay for is the cost of a beverage and your book, (if it's not borrowed from the library, a friend etc).
Two Reading Groups
Explore my Gloucester based Reading Groups based in Hucclecote and Longlevens, each offering a fun and friendly reading experience. Whether you're interested in crime/thrillers, contemporary fiction, classic literature, biographies, chick-lit, poetry, non fiction etc - my groups will accommodate your reading choices.
How do my Cosy Cafe Reading Groups Work?
1. Let me know in advance that you want to attend and which group. I have 9 places per group.
2 . I will have set you a 'theme' beforehand, you can borrow a book for free from your local library or a friend/family member or you can buy one. My current members often find their books in the local charity shops. World of Books is another great option to buy pre-loved books online.
3. Read your book before the meeting date, if it helps - jot down some useful summary notes in a notebook, on a piece of paper or on your phone etc. For example: What was the genre? What was the book about? Who were the main characters? Was there a protagonist? What did you think of the plot twist if there was one? Did you enjoy the book? If not, why not? Who would it be suitable for? Key takeaways?
4. On the day of our Reading group/book club, please arrive at 9:30am and order your beverage/food at the counter, pay for it there and then, before you come over and join me.
5. I will start the session at 9:45am by introducing myself, welcoming you all and inviting quick intros around the table. I'll briefly mention a few book club rules and gauge your preferences, (e.g. a monthly book theme vs everyone reading the same book title).
6. Then I'll ask each of you to provide a verbal summary to the group please (approx 10 mins).
7. I will ask you to rate the book out of 10 (10 being the highest, 1 being the lowest).
8. At the end of the session, I will ask if anyone would like to propose a new theme for the next meeting.
☕️ Both of my groups are FREE to attend, (just the cost of a drink to the cafe/coffee shop owner for kindly offering us the space).
📚 And finally ~ it's always nice to share non-borrowed books amongst the group if you don't plan on keeping/reading them.
Disclaimer: My groups are fun, light hearted, full of laughter. If you are seeking a more serious book club this one might not be for you!
Book Festival Author Talk
In early November, a few members of The Cotswold Book Nook (Hucclecote Reading Group) listened to a fascinating Author Talk by Elif Shafak. Her sold out event was at The Stroud Book Festival where she was talking to fellow Author Dr Rachel Clarke about her book 'There are Rivers in the Sky' at the Subscription Rooms.
Where & When We Meet
Hucclecote Group: We meet on the first Wednesday of every month at 9:30am in Coffee House 43, Hucclecote Road, Gloucester.
There is a Waiting List for this fully subscribed group. Please message me.
Longlevens Group: Starting on the 5th January 2026. We will meet on the first Monday of the month at 9:30am in Cafe Elm, Longlevens. Please Note:,There are a couple of dates in 2026 where it will be the second Monday of the month due to Bank Holidays.
This is a brand new group, please message me to be added, I have only one place remaining, (Nov 2025).
About Me
Hi, I'm Jane.
My initial Cotswold Book Nook Reading Group was born out of my passion for books and a desire to connect with like-minded individuals.
I hosted my first Group in March 2025 and have been running it monthly. Fully subscribed, I have a waiting list for my Hucclecote Group.
I believe that reading and sharing our book experiences has a valuable place in the community. I'm committed to providing a welcoming, cosy space where everyone can feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and ideas.
My groups are FREE to attend, just bring along your book/book review notes, buy a beverage and maybe a croissant or a cake.
Hear from Group Members
Don't just take my word for it! See what my members are saying about their experiences with The Cotswold Book Nook Reading Group:
“With The Cotswold Book Nook I’ve found my happy place. I’ve met new friends. Anyone is free to suggest a theme for the next read and yes…we laugh a lot. To come away from our meetings not only having recommendations for future reads (or sometimes not 😂) but also feeling lighter and happier than the day before has got to be a win.“ Vic.
"Jane has come up with something different for The Cotswold Book Nook, namely free-choice reading based on a broad theme. In this book club, I'm able to choose to read something I really enjoy. Not only do I like enthusing about 'my' book at our meetings, I always look forward to hearing how everyone else has interpreted the theme and I come away with recommendations for titles I wouldn't come across without the book club." Rachel.
See my Testimonials page for full descriptions.
Contact Me
Location
Gloucester, UK
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