Since there is such a high demand for the "Chick Lit" Phoenix Book Club, I thought I would start another chick lit group in Scottsdale. This group is for women who enjoy the occasional "Sex and the City" type book. What woman has not found herself at least drawn into the television show?!? "Chick lit" is a term used to describe a genre of fiction that is written and marketed to young women. The genre especially targets young single, working women in their twenties and thirties; however the genr …

***WE ARE CURRENTLY CLOSED to new members, though you can click on 'Join the group' and will be put on our waiting list.*** Please note, we are a group of published and unpublished authors, serious about the craft and working towards publication in Novel/Novella length fiction. This is a group for local Spec-Fic Novel Writers. (We range from Sci-fi, Urban fantasy, historical, Alternate History, High\Quest, Young Adult, paranormal, romance, and erotic romance) We will no longer be accepting membe …

We are all avid readers, who read for escape. We pick books from our past and books that are newly release. We read fiction, but books of substance that will spark a good group discussion. Yes, we do meet and talk about the book!! We currently have two groups that meets each month. Our Saturday morning group that meets the 1st Saturday of each month.  The Monday night group meets the 3rd Monday of each month. The groups pick books together every few months. Everyone is welcome in both groups.

Want to get intrigued? You're in luck because this is the place. The Scottsdale Women of Mystery Book Group reads notable women (mostly) writers of mystery, suspense/thriller, and detective/crime fiction. Our book selections range from Agatha Christie's famously classic cozies to contemporary novels by other well- (or sometimes lesser) known authors. We gather to chat about the latest book we've read (and whatever else comes up!) at a monthly weekday dinner or weekend brunch. You can find out mo …

Welcome to the East Valley Writing Workshop! This group is set up to serve writers in the Chandler, Mesa, Tempe, and South Scottsdale areas. Our group is a forum in which you can join fellow writers to discuss creative writing in all it's forms; from poems to short stories and novels. All skill levels are welcome to join. If you are looking for editing, critique, or a diverse crowd to inspire you, this is a great place to join. We currently have evening meetings on Wednesdays and Thursdays, as w …

The West Valley Writers Workshop (WVWW) is organized by writers for writers. Our whole purpose is to help you get published. And if you're already published (and several of our regular members are!) we'll help you become even more successful. Some writers groups are social affairs, we're a bit different. We meet for three hours (09:30 AM-12:30PM) on the first Saturday of each month at the Avondale Public Library, 11350 W Civic Center Drive, Avondale, AZ 85323. Enter through the northernmost door …

A part of the Central Arizona Speculative Fiction Society this friendly group of people meets every third Tuesday to discuss a different science fiction selection. Meet some people with a common interest in SF and Fantasy literature. Haven't read the book?  No biggie. Come on in and see what the rest of us think about it.

This group is for women in the East Valley looking for a fun and relaxed book club! It's a casual environment where we explore great fiction and occasional nonfiction. We have lively discussions and build friendships!! This group is meant to cater to women of all backgrounds, cultures, affiliations, mindsets, etc.  So bring your open minds, open hearts and, of course, your open books!! We also have social events so if you can't make a book club meeting sign up for one of those and come see what …

A great group of avant-garde women who want to read and talk about challenging literature - fictional and non-fictional. This is NOT your chic-lit group. We read classics like Rand, Lewis, and Twain. We read moderns like Friedman, Friedan, Robbins, and even Rowling. All for FUN. We're clever, raucous, valiant, and not afraid to use a dictionary!

Join us if you are interested in broadening your horizons. We'll be reading fiction one month and non-fiction the next.

My husband is balder now, thanks to my love of classic fiction and my inability to keep quiet about it. In an effort to maintain marital peace (and perhaps to keep a few threads of hair attached to his poor head), I decided to start a book discussion group centered on classic novels. The purpose of the group, then, will be to dive into the worlds created by some of history's most famous authors: Steinbeck, Twain, Austin, Dostoevsky, and, of course, Dickens, just to name a few. If you also enj …

A society of Steampunk enthusiasts, we're a community that regularly gets together to enjoy all aspects of Victorian Science Fiction, costuming, creating props, socializing, games and more! If you're new to steampunk we'll teach you and help you find your place. If you're an old hat we'll welcome you with open arms. Our website is: http://www.azsps.org

This thematic book club idea originated in Durham, North Carolina and traveled to Mesa, Arizona once I moved to the desert.  This group reads two books a month. By the second Saturday of the month we have finished a “tie-in” book and movie and get together to watch the film and discuss both book and show afterwards.  Also, we have snacks brought by members that also coincide with something from the book.  If the movie is playing at the theater, we meet there.  If not, we meet at a group member's …

We are currently open to new members. We read a variety of fiction chosen by the members. We read one book per month and meet on the second Tuesday of the month at Scottsdale area restaurants.

This group meets every other Wednesday at Dog Eared Pages Used Books at 2:00 PM. We consider it a support group for writers and would-be writers, with all participants trying to help others be better writers, get published, etc.

Looking to make new friends and enjoy good books? I am! Looking to meet once a month (or less depending on length of group) at my home for food, drinks, and good conversation. Fiction, and select non-fiction books would be selected which we would vote on. Just an informal group of women who like to read, and like to chat even more ;-)

This group was originally designed for boys. However, after having so many boys with sisters we decided to invite all who are currently homeschooling and desire a reading group. The purpose of this group is to gather homeschooled children together once a month in a warm and nurturing environment, discuss the latest book chosen, and then proceed for an afternoon of fun! If you live near North Scottsdale or North Phoenix and have homeschooled children between the ages of 6 and 11, then this group …

The goal of this group is to form a small (ideally 6-8) gathering of writer's that can come together to review work, exchange ideas and generally help everyone involved become better and perhaps even (and dare I say it) published writers.

I'm a full-time independent fantasy author and love to talk about e-publishing and online book promotion. If you're thinking of giving self-publishing a try, or you're a traditionally published author hoping to sell more books, let's chat.

I love to read! But somehow my busy life just gets in my way. This book club is my little gift to myself. Lets pick a great book and commit to reading it every month and then get together to discuss! There's only one rule in this book club: NO DOWNERS!! I read for fun, not to be bummed out ;) Because this group is brand new, I'm still working a few things out: 1. I'm trying to get the use of the barn for the monthly meetup 2. If it's not the barn, I'll host it at my house and hopefully eventuall …

This is the Meetup Group for Away Team: Phoenix -- A 'Star Trek' fan group dedicated to bold adventure in the Valley of the Sun.

We are N.E.R.D.S.! We bring people from all walks of life and interests together with one common goal: to nerd out!

This is a book club aimed at reading good literature, non-fiction, and other material that is thought provoking.

Phoenix Fan Force is a non-profit club for fans of the Star Wars saga. Phoenix Fan Force (PFF) is all about getting fans together in our community and helping them meet and interact with each other. If there is a convention, movie screening, and/or a book signing, PFF will make an effort to take part in the event. We also do movie viewings, watch Star Wars videos, have restaurant outings, and camp-out/line-up for Episode VII! The Forums on our website are used by PFF members to meet fellow like …

This book club is for anyone who loves to read modern thrillers and mysteries. Bring on the action, the serial killers, the kick-ass detectives and FBI agents -- both male and female. If you're offended by strong language and violence in novels, this bookclub is not for you. But if you can't wait for the next Michael Connelly, Laura Lippman, Nelson DeMille, Karin Slaughter, Jeffery Deaver, Gillian Flynn, Jo Nesbo, or Linda Fairstein, please join us. We'll meet the first Thursday of the month at …

Meet fellow Sci-fi/Fantasy Fans near you. This group is intended to be a friendly social group, with the common thread of Science Fiction and Fantasy. If you're passionate about reading and discussing sci-fi and fantasy books, film and television this is the place for you.  All adults are welcome to our SF Meetup to have fun talking about science fiction in television, movies, books, graphic novels, fanfiction, media, gaming and art. Watch Sci-Fi shows together, play games and travel with us to …

We are a group of women who enjoy fictional books of substance. We meet at 6:00 p.m. on the 1st Tuesday of each month at various locations near the Chandler Mall/101 for Happy Hour and to discuss our current book selection. http://hhbookclub.blogspot.com/ We are accepting a few new members. If I get a lot of responses, I will keep a wait-list and there will probably be more openings in a few months for waitlist members to join, as some of our members have some changes in their lives. I will comm …

This discussion group led by Tom Lombardo, Director of the Center for Future Consciousness (www.centerforfutureconsciousness.com) and The Wisdom Page (www.wisdompage.com), will cover a very broad range of themes and topics, including all the general issues of philosophy, such as the study of wisdom, the philosophy of mind and consciousness, ethics, and cosmology. On the “futures” end of things, included are areas such as the future of science and technology, the future of the human mind, the fut …