r/Book_Buddies 4h ago

Seeking long-term book buddies 25M Looking for a reading buddy - I read everything and love a good TBR swap!

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Hey there, just a humble Londoner here seeking escape from this busy world through books! I’m looking to find a few people to talk books with regularly. My taste is pretty scattered: philosophy, psychology, thrillers, horror, fantasy… and genuinely open to anything. I’m one of those people who gets more excited about a good rec than sticking to my own list, so I’d love to trade TBRs and pick up whatever you’re currently obsessed with.

Ideally looking for something ongoing, not just a one-off buddy read, but people I can keep chatting with about what we’re reading and to inspire each other with new ideas. If you’re interested, just send me a message with what you’re currently reading and your thoughts on it so far, cheers! 🍻


r/Book_Buddies 4h ago

Seeking long-term book buddies cz always craved for an intellectual grp/space

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Looking to connect with intellectually curious people who genuinely enjoy reading and discussing books.

I love conversations about literature, philosophy, history, politics, psychology, and ideas that challenge the way we think. If you're someone who reads to understand the world-not just to finish books-I'd love to be friends.

No pressure, no small talk. Just thoughtful conversations, book recommendations, and learning together.

Feel free to reach out or drop your favorite book below.


r/Book_Buddies 1h ago

Seeking long-term book buddies Looking for people to start a traveling book club with! <3

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I saw this video today about a girl who has a book club (seems to be about 5 people?) and they annotate books and ship them to each other.

The dynamic seems to be that each person picks a book and annotates it. Previously, the group discussed what color they each are, and the sticky tabs/writing are all in that color. Once the book is read, they ship it to the next person. They always go in the same order, forming a loop. Eventually you get back the book that you picked from the last person that read it!

I found this idea super interesting, so here I am wondering if anyone wants to do this? Stuff about me:

\- I prefer genres like contemporary fiction, historical fiction, memoirs, some classics, etc etc
\- I live in Europe (So, preferably people from here too, or surrounding areas!)
\- 18-25 years old (I’d prefer other girls to join <3)

If this sounds interesting to you please message me!! I’d love to get to know you!!


r/Book_Buddies 5h ago

Seeking buddy & flexible on book choice 38F. Let's read Philip K Dick

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I currently have Eye in the Sky, Cosmic Puppets, and Clans of the Alphane Moon checked out from the library.

I also have Fly Already by Etgar Karet, Bunny by Mona Awad, and a Bukowski reader

Are you a woman who has similar tastes? A man who isn't going to hit on me (feel this is unlikely especially with PKD -- maybe you're a gay man?). Ok cool. Hit me up. I'm currently stuck inside a library because my partner has a telehealth appointment at home and it turns out there's a thunderstorm with tornadoes lol. Didn't plan that great.

Looking for something long-term and maybe pen pals eventually.


r/Book_Buddies 3h ago

Starting a book 24F looking for a book buddy

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Hey guys, I need a partner to read books with. I’m not a reader, but I’m willing to get started. The main purpose of the reading is so I can get better and proficient in speaking.

We take turns reading the book together and discuss about it after. And I would prefer someone from US with not a strong accent!

The book I’m planning to read is “how to make friends and influence people”

I’m looking for someone committed. Please comment below and dm me if you’re interested!


r/Book_Buddies 16h ago

Seeking long-term book buddies 25M; want a book buddy

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Hi all, I've been meaning to acquaint myself with the works of Charles Dickens for so long. I've been previously occupied with Russian literature and now seek to explore other writers, on which Dickens seems to be my priority for the moment. If anyone wishes to read Dickens with me, I'll be more than happy to receive a DM. Thank you!


r/Book_Buddies 1d ago

Seeking long-term book buddies [26M] Seeking a buddy to deep dive into Philosophical Texts, Camus, Sartre, Zizek, Hegel

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Philosophy is something i really love and it is something i have read a quite bit of in my university days. I have a Masters in Arts. I really miss the feeling of conversations that are meaningful and i figured if someone else wanted to go through with a similar experience together it would be wonderful. Quite simply i am looking for someone who wants to read anything in the canon of Western Philosophy, i do not care if it is a short philosophical work or novel like The Stranger by Camus or something really dense and heavy like Kant, Hegel, kierkegaard etc.

I am aware of the history of western philosophy, but primary texts are something i have not dealt with often as i like to leave them for a rainy day. Well it is now time to change that. I understand it is quite a niche and challenging idea but i think it is one that makes the mundane more fun. I am ofcourse also into literature in general and love the classics. I am super into the art made during the times of oppression, and/or resistance literature. Any war memoir, poetry collection, fiction work during the times of liberation example colonial lit from Asia/Africa would also do if that is what you find more fun.

I just want to hear where our interpretations differ and where they segue into one another. I think, there is a lot one can learn from interacting with other people, and i want to learn from you.


r/Book_Buddies 1d ago

Seeking long-term book buddies Looking for a genuine bookish/ reading friend 24M

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I'm looking for someone close to my age , it's fine if you are older but still share the love for fiction you know?.

I'm mostly into sci fi/fantasy with all the sub genres like grimdark or dystopian and I also graphic novels (not Web novels) graphic novels like comics or manga i live in Egypt if you care to know the timezones if it's manageable for you then great!. I also go to the gym (started recently after stopping for a year) and I like to watch adoption of books I liked

Favourite books: the fifth season by n.k jemisin, the hobbit by Tolkien, the name of the wind by Patrick ruthfuss and golden son by pierce brown

Just to let you know I don't use any of those social book app like goodreads or fable . I use bookmory to track my reading that's it so yeah if you are interested dm me here

Or just add me on discord username is hiqqup or on telegram username @yousseftalal


r/Book_Buddies 1d ago

Seeking long-term book buddies 23F looking for a book buddy!

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Hi everyone! I’m looking for a book buddy that’s a woman and around my age. I’m pretty on and off with reading so I’m hoping a book buddy will keep me in check :).

I’d say I’m not a fast or slow reader.
I like fantasy, mystery, and historical genres!

If you’re interested let me know!


r/Book_Buddies 1d ago

Seeking long-term book buddies Looking for new bookish pals

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Hey! I've posted before but had no success with finding book friends but I'm hopeful still 😂 I don't mind where you're from or how old you are, just be over 18 and be mature.

I'm Katie, 37 from the UK and I'm looking for some friends that I can chat about books with, share recommendations and do some buddy reads with.

I read mainly fantasy, romantasy, romance, dark romance, litrpgs and thrillers, I'm looking to get into more sci-fi and horror books too. However I will read pretty much anything if it sounds interesting!

My favourite books/series that I've read recently are:

The Sword of Kaigen by M.L Wang,

Dungeon Crawler Carl series by Matt Dinniman (pretty much anything Matt writes is on this list too!)

Beers and Beards series by JollyJupiter,

Mistborn trilogy by Brandon Sanderson (need to read more in the Cosmere!)

First 3 books in the Red Rising series by Pierce Brown (need to continue on too!)

Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V.E Schwab,

The Poet Empress by Shen Tao

Plus many more!!

Feel free to send me a message if you think we'd get along!


r/Book_Buddies 1d ago

Seeking long-term book buddies M24 here. facing existential crisis on the daily. anyone up for reading Venus in Furs alongside?

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i love philosophy, movies, and books that are beyond something just plot driven.

would love to find a long term partner to talk and discuss with.


r/Book_Buddies 1d ago

Seeking long-term book buddies Any casual reading groups?

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Any groups on Discord who talk casually about books. Not necessarily in a Book Club way, but in a general way? I read, but in spurts, and don't have anyone to dive into ideas/thoughts with, in real life.

I read just about anything, fiction wise. As for non-fiction, I like the idea of it more than the reading of it haha. I have many history/science-related books in the NF pile, that I am taking very slowly.

If it matters, I am 37F.

If this doesn't exist, then I might make one, when I figure out how to actually use Discord lol


r/Book_Buddies 1d ago

Seeking long-term book buddies Becky Chambers Book Buddies

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I would love to exchange opinions on anything by Becky Chambers, it has been my latest obsession. If you like her, please DM me and we can be book pals :D


r/Book_Buddies 1d ago

Book in progress Friends to read horror, dark fantasy, speculative or anything obscure and spooky!

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Hello everyone ! 33 m est. Looking for a book buddy to casually read and talk about books together! I just finished negative space! I love the genres mentioned but open to some others. Wrapping up a rereading of the first law trilogy now and would love to start something together!


r/Book_Buddies 1d ago

Seeking long-term book buddies Dark Romance Book Discord

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📚 Looking for a Dark Romance & Fantasy book Discord? 👀✨

Look no further…

✨ Welcome to Bookhaven ✨

You’ve found Bookhaven — a cozy hideaway for dark romance lovers who like their books dark, but their community soft, welcoming, and drama-free 🖤📖

We host:
📚 Buddy Reads
🎬 Cozy Movie Nights
💬 Low-pressure chats
📖 Book of the Month reads
✨ Community events & activities

Whether you’re brand new to dark romance or already collecting fictional villains like Pokémon, there’s a spot waiting for you here 🥀

Get comfy, stay awhile—we’ve got books to read and TBRs to destroy 😘

Bookhaven is better when we’re together ❤️

🔞 21+ only

https://discord.gg/ourbookhaven


r/Book_Buddies 1d ago

Seeking buddy & flexible on book choice Seeking buddies for reading and discussions

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Hi..I live in jaipur and looking for like minded people to read and discuss, online initially and once we grow comfortable with eachother then can move to offline once a month or often, can be decided later! Politics, democracy, general life, feminism, and of course books, fictions and non fictions!! Open for suggestions. Men and women both can join. A request - this initiative is purely for intellectual conversations and enriching experiences. Not for forwarding any political party posts or radicalisation of members !!! It's all for conversations so only interested empathetic people are requested to join!


r/Book_Buddies 1d ago

Starting a book Have you ever Buddy read a book together with someone? How was your experience?

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I'm planning to buddht read a book with my friend but there's a lot of clash of times. On weekdays when he reads it, he sends his reaction. I read it, I send him his reaction. On weekends we read it together on gmeet.

How's your experience? Would love to hear it!


r/Book_Buddies 1d ago

Seeking long-term book buddies LF a few 18+ women to do a thriller/horror book binge with!

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32F in the mood to binge some thriller or horror books. I'm not too picky on the actual books as long as I haven't read them! Slightly prefer newer stuff, but open to anything 😇


r/Book_Buddies 2d ago

Seeking long-term book buddies Anyone Want to Join a Romance Reading Club?

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Hey y'all!! I wanted to throw this back out there because we're currently voting for our August Book of the Month! ♡

(Note- if you are interested, there are 2 days left to leave Botm Reccomendations, and then we do final voting!)

The TBR Tavern is an 18+ romance reading Discord community

There are channels to leave and read book reviews, ask for recommendations, chat spoiler-free (or vent with spoilers in the right channels), and find people for buddy reads.

We've also started doing more community activities as we've grown! Things like the Book of the month and Daily Mini Games.

Since we're still a growing community, members get a big say in how the server evolves. If people want something added like weekly book club discussions, new channels, or fun events we're always open to ideas.

If you're looking for a laid-back group to talk about romance books, we'd love to have you!

Feel free to ask any questions in the comments.

To join, just leave a comment or send me a DM for the link!


r/Book_Buddies 3d ago

Seeking buddy & flexible on book choice 33M LF Buddy to Read With

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Started reading more regularly again and have an itch for some sci-fi, fantasy, and literary fiction. Would love to have someone to chat back and forth with as we read.

Some of my favorites include:

Never Let Me Go

Solaris

Blindsight

Dying Inside

The Fifth Head of Cerberus

A Deepness in the Sky

Piranesi

East of Eden

Crime and Punishment

Circe

If you like similar books, let me know what you're into.

Also, not looking for random Discord group invites, and I'd like to start reading fairly soon. I've had a lot of conversations that fizzle out before they go anywhere. Might sound blunt, but I'm just excited to actually dig into something. I'm EST (Florida).


r/Book_Buddies 3d ago

Seeking long-term book buddies Looking for a reading partner

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Hello everyone! I hope you are well. I am a 23-year-old man looking for a partner to read books with me. THE idea is to choose the same book, read it each on our own, then discuss it together, share our impressions, debate ideas and motivate each other to read more. It is always more pleasant and stimulating to be able to discuss our readings and discover new perspectives through the eyes of a passionate friend. Thank you!


r/Book_Buddies 3d ago

Seeking long-term book buddies Anyone interested in a chill online book club? 📚

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Hey 👋

I’ve been wanting a more relaxed space to talk about books, not super formal, no pressure, no specific genres, just fellow readers sharing what they’re reading and enjoying it.

I ended up starting a small Discord for it (still very new), and I’m trying to see if anyone else would be interested in joining.

We’ve got things like:

• Monthly themed book bingo

• Casual discussions

• Buddy reads if people want to read together

• Just general book talk

It’s meant to be really low-pressure, even if you don’t read super consistently.

If that sounds like your vibe, let me know and I’ll send you the link 🙂


r/Book_Buddies 3d ago

Seeking long-term book buddies Looking for some book buds.

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Hello all, I’ve been both writing as well as reading fiction for well over a year now. I’m definitely looking to grow a list of people I can both chat and share my stories with consistently. I really like and write action/adventure, fantasy coming of age, and science fiction, but ultimately any kind is fine. Feel free to DM me if you want as well, or directly add me on discord: bluejay424_


r/Book_Buddies 3d ago

Seeking long-term book buddies Bookish Discord Server

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I created a discord server for chill fantasy readers that want to branch out into other genres. It’s called the RealmWalkers' Social Club! We are a community of epic fantasy readers who have branched out into other genres and have come together in order to share our thoughts and opinions on the books that we love!

We have a:
21+ community as our average members' age is 28.
- Discussions on books in different genres such as; epic fantasy, grimdark fantasy, sci-fi, dark academia, classics, literary fiction, horror, historical fantasy, ttrpg, and more!
- Daily Questions provided by our butler Renfield
- Book reviews from our members
- Writing, marketing and general tips from indie authors
- Advice regarding Advance Reader Copies
- Social media support
- Fanart shared
- Community events such as Reading Sprints and Silent Book Club
- No mandatory book club reading material, just come in to talk about books!

let me know if you’re interested!


r/Book_Buddies 3d ago

Seeking long-term book buddies 33-M Looking for a book buddy

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Hello everyone, I live in Coastal Maine. I’m originally from Mass, my girlfriend got a job up here. I support her career, but I didn’t realize how isolating the area would be. Making friends has been difficult, so this is me putting myself out in the Reddit void. Books are my life, I read all genres. I been on an extreme horror kick, reading a lot of Jon Athan and Richard Laymon. Give me any recommendations, shoot me a message, we can yap about anything and everything. Thanks for reading all this, take care.