After the success of last year’s Library Book Club, we’re thrilled to bring the series back in 2026 with four lively, discussion‑based sessions led by Flinders University writers and academics!
Supported by the University’s Thriving at Flinders program, this series is all about connection, wellbeing and the joy of reading for pleasure. It’s a relaxed, welcoming space for staff and students to come together, share ideas and talk books.
Each session includes:
- Curated reading lists
- Guided discussion led by academic staff
- Light refreshments and small giveaways
Whether you’re a devoted reader or just looking for a chance to slow down and enjoy a great conversation, everyone is welcome. Explore all the sessions below and register via Eventbrite to save your spot.
Session 1: Old Norse Women
Led by Associate Professor Lisa Bennett
đź“… 30 April 2026 | đź“Ť Central Library, Level 1
From myth and saga to contemporary re-tellings and screen adaptations, we’ll explore how Viking women have been represented, imagined and reinterpreted across literature and popular culture.
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Session 2: Short Stories, Big Impact
Led by Dr Marina Deller
đź“… 11 August 2026 | đź“Ť City Campus Library
Short fiction invites us into a moment, a voice, a feeling, and often leaves us thinking long after we’ve finished. From flash fiction to contemporary collections, we’ll explore how writers create depth, tension and connection in just a few pages.
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Session 3: Witches: Dark Histories and Powerful Women
Led by Associate Professor Lisa Bennett
đź“… 13 October 2026 | đź“Ť Central Library, Level 1
Book Club just got spooky! From early modern fears to feminist re-clamations and modern fantasy, this discussion traces how the figure of the witch has been shaped, challenged and re-imagined across time.
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Session 4: Halloween: Spooky Stories
Led by Associate Professor Amy T. Matthews
đź“… 29 October 2026 | đź“Ť Central Library, Noel Stockdale Room
From classic horror and gothic fiction to contemporary thrillers, supernatural tales and eerie favourites, this session will explore why we’re drawn to unsettling stories, and how they reflect fear, imagination and the cultural moments we live in.
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How to take part
All Library Book Club sessions are free and open to staff and students. You don’t need to read anything in advance — just bring your curiosity, or a favourite book if you’d like. Places are limited, so we recommend registering early. Use the links above to secure your spot at one session or all four.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Library Book Club in 2026!