Welcome to the club!
Are you looking for an enjoyable way to brush up your English and expand your vocabulary? Do you have a passion for reading and want to join a community where you can connect with other book lovers from around the world? If you're at CEFR level B2 or above, are a teacher or a student, this is the place for you!
Why join the club?
A message from book club tutor Patricia Ferraz:
We think reading is a game changer when it comes to boosting language skills. Joining the Cambridge Book Club is a great way to connect, learn and have fun through your passion for reading.
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Join our community of book lovers
You’ll have the opportunity to talk with other bookworms in a safe and friendly environment that accommodates speakers at a variety of levels. Come to the live sessions and participate as much as you like, or just hang out and listen. -
Brush up your English in a fun way
We go through each book, pick out the difficult words and expressions and create a glossary and practice activities to boost your vocabulary. You’ll have the chance to improve your overall communication skills through discussions with the book club community. -
Get the most out of your reading
We’ll help you navigate your chosen book with handy word lists and While You Read questions. We pick books that offer the right amount of challenge for language learners at level B2 or above – not too easy and not difficult. And the friendly community will keep you motivated to read more. -
Broaden your cultural horizons
Read what book lovers across the English-speaking world are reading! We delve into key themes and explore cultural references, so by the time you finish reading you’ll have a deeper cultural understanding.
How it works
Select a title
Choose the book you want to read from a range of titles.
Select your membership
Choose either the Pack or the Companion then make a one-off payment to unlock your 8-week access.
Start reading
Access your resources and get started on your literary journey.
Our featured book
The Thursday Murder Club
The Thursday Murder Club is Richard Osman's cosy mystery debut novel. It follows a group of elderly residents of a retirement village who meet every Thursday to solve cold cases.
Led by the charismatic Elizabeth, a former intelligence officer, the club’s members use their life experience and sharp minds to uncover clues and untangle complex mysteries.
But then a real murder occurs...
Choose your membership
Check the comparison table below to select the membership that's right for you.
The Pack
Choose the Pack to get the most out of your reading experience with an easy-to-follow downloadable PDF.
The Companion
Choose the Companion for bonus interactive activities and exclusive access to a supportive community group.
The price is a one-off payment for 8 weeks’ access to your book club content. Please note, a copy of the book is not included in the price. Buy the print, digital or audio version from your local bookseller or online bookstore.
Upcoming live sessions
Tutor Patricia will host live zoom sessions every month with a special guest speaker for each book. The live sessions are a great way for you to practise your speaking and listening skills, gain confidence in expressing your ideas, and connect with fellow book lovers from around the world.
Upcoming live sessions for The Thursday Murder Club (UK time):
Saturday 26th October at 5pm
Sunday 17th November at 4pm
Saturday 14th December at 5pm
Upcoming live sessions for The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society (UK time):
Sunday 27th October at 4pm
Saturday 16th November at 5pm
Sunday 15th December at 4pm
Watch this space for additional live meeting dates and times!
What our members think of the club
"Patricia...goes the extra mile for [her] students! I learnt a variety of idioms, expressions and phrasal verbs which are crucial if you want to sound like a native.”
“I would recommend the Cambridge Book Club whole-heartedly to anyone who wants to improve their English in a fun and interactive way through reading awesome books selected by seasoned ELT professionals! Can't wait to sign up for the next instalment!”