Want to discuss great books with like-minded friends in Orange County?
The concept is simple. We’re a global book club for likeminded women 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 April: Looking for Jane
A debut about three women whose lives are bound together by a long-lost letter, a mother’s love, and a secret network of women fighting for the right to choose—inspired by true stories.
2017: When Angela Creighton discovers a mysterious letter containing a life-shattering confession, she is determined to find the intended recipient. Her search takes her back to the 1970s when a group of daring women operated an illegal underground abortion network in Toronto known only by its whispered code name: Jane.
1971: As a teenager, Dr. Evelyn Taylor was sent to a home for “fallen” women where she was forced to give up her baby for adoption—a trauma she has never recovered from. Despite harrowing police raids and the constant threat of arrest, she joins the Jane Network as an abortion provider, determined to give other women the choice she never had.
1980: After discovering a shocking secret about her family, twenty-year-old Nancy Mitchell begins to question everything she has ever known. When she unexpectedly becomes pregnant, she feels like she has no one to turn to for help. Grappling with her decision, she locates “Jane” and finds a place of her own alongside Dr. Taylor within the network’s ranks, but she can never escape the lies that haunt her.
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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’m interested in joining this book club and since the next meeting is tomorrow, I’d like join the next meeting. How can I get involved/join? Thank you!
Hi Amanda!
I’m Stacey, a ORange County co-helper for the Gloss chapter. I’d love to answer any questions you might have!
Stacey Lorenson
949 275-8845 (text)
Hi
I used to attend before Covid now where and when do you meet?
I think the group I used to go to is no longer active?
Hi Elizabeth! The Orange County group is active. Their next meeting is listed under “Upcoming Bookclubs” and is on February 21st at 6:30 PM at Wood Ranch/Irvine Spectrum.
Hi, my name is Hannah Lee. You approached me at a Savour Bakery, and I would love to join. I want to know what or where I can find the next book so I can buy it on Amazon as soon as possible. Thank you.
Hi Hannah, April’s book is Sparks like Stars by Nadia Hashimi, and May’s book is Lost & Found by Kathryn Schulz. Here is a link to the books we are reading: https://theglossbookclub.com/book-store/
Hi Hannah,
We would love to see you at our May 23rd meeting!! Look forward to seeing you again!
Stacey Lorenson, The Gloss Orange County Chapter Host
I’d love to learn more about attending the next book club in Orange County. When & Where?
Hi Dawn!
Our next meeting is at Wood Ranch restaurant in Irvine Spectrum at 6:30 to discuss Mike Gayle’s ALL THE LONELY PEOPLE. We look forward to meeting you! Let me now if you have questions.
Stacey Lorenson
Orange County, Host
Hi!
I just moved to Orange County from Ohio and am interested in joining a book club. When is the next meeting/how might I attend?
Thank you!
Rachel 🙂
Hi Rachel!
Welcome to Orange County!! Our next meeting will be August 22nd at Tender Greens at the Irvine Spectrum Mall at 6:30. Please text me at 949 275-8845 if you have any further questions.
Stacey Lorenson
The Gloss Book Club, Orange County Host
Hi Rachel!
Welcome to Orange County!! Our next meeting will be August 22 at Tender Greens (Irvine Spectrum Mall) at 6:30 p.m. If you have any further questions you can text me at 949 275-8845.
We look forward to meeting you!
Stacey Lorenson
The Gloss Book Club, Orange County Host
Hi there,
I’m interested in joining the book club. Is there a November date set already? Thanks!
Hello! I’d like to join your reading club, but I realize I’m too late for next week’s discussion. Can I join you for the next one?
Hi Laura! Yes you are very welcome to join! The January event should be posted shortly, under “Upcoming Bookclubs” and when it is, you can click on it to reserve a spot!
Hi. Is there still an Orange County chapter? I would love to join the February 2024 discussion.
Hi Lori! Yes, the Orange County chapter is still active! The February event should be posted under “Upcoming Bookclubs” shortly and you can click on the event to register!
Hi! I am interested in joining. When is your February meeting? I don’t see anything listed under “Upcoming Bookclubs”. Thanks!
Hi Jennifer! The February meeting is going to be on February 20th. The event should be posted shortly, and then you can click on the event to register!
Hi Jennifer,
Our meeting will be held at Urban Plates in Irvine at 6:30, Feb. 20th (3rd Tuesday of every month). We would love to have you join us!! Text me if you have any questions 949 275-8845.
Stacey Lorenson, Orange County Host