The Common Chapter

"You think your pain and your heartbreak are unprecedented in the history of the world, but then you read." - James Baldwin

Welcome to The Common Chapter, a Boston-based book club dedicated to exploring the rich realm of literary fiction and occasionally non-fiction works. Our members come together with a shared passion for powerful narratives that illuminate the universal threads of the human experience. Each month, we aim to select a thought-provoking book that inspires meaningful connection, reflection, and discussion.

The Common Chapter aims to meet about once a month at restaurants, cafes, or breweries in the Boston-area to discuss our book of the month! We invite our members to “hit the polls” to vote for the book of the month. We also encourage our members to regularly check our book club page and opt-in to notifications for updates.

Whether you’re someone who describes themselves as a lifelong reader or someone who’s looking to try something new, we encourage you to turn the page with us and be a part of our community!

Important Note: At The Common Chapter, we welcome all identities and do not tolerate any forms of prejudice or discrimination.

We look forward to meeting you!

Cheers! :)

Gabi