“Despite having hosted book clubs previously, it wasn’t until I initiated a comics-specific book club that I realized the power these groups have to form deep, lasting bonds. Suddenly, we had more non-traditional library users (adults in their thirties who hadn’t previously engaged) enthusiastic to visit our library and discover more comics.”

—Moni Barrette, 2025 Library Journal Mover & Shaker

The traditional book club has been an essential fixture of library programming in communities of all sizes, while opportunities for social interaction around shared interests are becoming more fragmented — especially online.

Starting a comic or manga book club at your library or school might seem like a daunting task, especially if you’re not personally familiar with the medium, so this resource is designed to ensure you and your readers have the best experience possible.

• Prepare: What you’ll need to do before scheduling your first book club event.
• Promote: How to get the word out about your book club event.
• Participate: How to ensure your book club members have a great experience.

NOTE: This free resource also includes 24 custom Reader’s Guides for book clubs serving young adults and adults.

Fill out the form below and we’ll email you a link to download the full resource and reader’s guides. If you don’t receive it within 15 minutes, check your spam folder for an email from info@librarypass.com.