Want to discuss great books with like-minded friends in New York?
The concept is simple. We’re a global book club for likeminded individuals to discuss great books! All members of the book club read the same book over the same period; members then meet up in their respective cities at the end of each month to discuss the book and exchange views.
Grab your seat!What we are reading in May: Iona Iverson’s Rules for Commuting/The People on Platform 5
Every day Iona Iverson, a larger-than-life magazine advice columnist, travels the ten stops from Hampton Court to Waterloo Station by train, accompanied by her dog, Lulu. Every day she sees the same people, whom she knows only by nickname: Impossibly-Pretty-Bookworm and Terribly-Lonely-Teenager. Of course, they never speak. Seasoned commuters never do.
Then one morning, the man she calls Smart-But-Sexist-Manspreader chokes on a grape right in front of her. He’d have died were it not for the timely intervention of Sanjay, a nurse, who gives him the Heimlich maneuver. This single event starts a chain reaction, and an eclectic group of people with almost nothing in common except their commute discover that a chance encounter can blossom into much more. It turns out that talking to strangers can teach you about the world around you–and even more about yourself.
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The Gloss is so much more than a book club, we start the conversation around books – but it always leads to deeper more meaningful connection and provides the foundation for lifelong friendships. Join us and discover a wide variety of new books, new authors, new friends and enjoy a glass of wine all at the same time. We’re delighted to welcome you into The Gloss!
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Hi! I just joined The Gloss. I was wondering when the New York chapter met and if the meetings are virtual.
Sorry for the delay Our next event is up! It’s in person! https://theglossbookclub.com/events/new-yorks-may-book-club/
Hi, I’m wondering the same thing!
Our next event is up! It’s in person! https://theglossbookclub.com/events/new-yorks-may-book-club/
Hi there! Are you hosting a book club meet up for November or December this year?
Hi there, will there be a book club meeting this month ?
We are currently looking for a new host for the New York chapter
I see the July book has been posted. Will there be a NY meet up to discuss and if so do we have dates yet? Trying ti find a local group I can regularly join!
Hi Meghan! There should be a July event posted shortly !
Hi, I’m trying to sign up for the September book club but I only see the yearly option. How do I register for just the one class?
Hi Anisha! The New York chapter doesnt currently have any events planned. When an event is planned it will appear under “Upcoming Bookclubs” and you can click on it to register.
Hi!! so happy to join the Gloss club. Can’t wait to meet in person for November’s book!
Also was wondering why I cant join this chapter? when I click “grab your seat” it takes me to the subscription and payment page but I have already paid membership fee and confirm my registered account.
Hi Lily! We don’t have any future events posted for New York yet. When they are posted, you can register by clicking on an event under “Upcoming Bookclubs”. We are hoping to have an event posted soon!