Join a relaxed and breezy book club, perfect for those who want to enjoy a casual night of literary discussion and meet new people.

You’re welcome to invite others and join us even if you haven’t finished (or started!) the book. However, please note that spoilers will be part of the discussion. I’ll create the questions for the evening but am also open to receiving questions from participants.

What to expect:

A laid-back atmosphere with vibrant discussions and a chance to meet new people.
An inclusive space for sharing thoughts, regardless of how far you've read.
The freedom to bring your own food. Some food can be bought from this venue.
Affordable drinks available for purchase at the bar.

Join for a fun and relaxed evening of book talk and good company.

Details:

Date: Thursday, October 15 2026
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: 88 Acland Street, St Kilda
Cost: $5.

BOOK: The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix.

Theme: Halloween - Gothic Horror.

Summary: A suburban vampire novel blending social commentary with horror and humour.

Author: Grady Hendrix is an American author known for blending horror and social satire.

Availability: Audible, Amazon, Spotify, Readings, Booktopia.

BONUS BOOK: My Sister, the Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite.

Theme: October embraces horror, satire, and suspense for a fun Halloween read.

Summary: Set in modern-day Lagos, Nigeria, the novel is a fast-paced thriller and satire following Korede, a woman who is meticulous, responsible, and secretly covering up her younger sister Ayoola's habit of killing her boyfriends in 'self-defense'.

Author: Oyinkan Braithwaite is a Nigerian-British writer known for darkly comic explorations of family and social norms.

Availability: Booktopia, Australian book stores, Amazon, Readings, Audible, Spotify, libraries.

Contact the host of Three Sides to your Story, Book Club - October