What we’re about
Welcome to Seattle's original Silent Book Club!
Join us for an hour of reading with fellow book lovers a few times every month. There's no assigned reading--just bring whatever you're already reading (or whatever's at the top of your TBR!). All genres and reading formats (print, audiobooks, and e-readers) are welcome. There's lots of time after the reading hour to chat with fellow readers, swap book recommendations, and get inspired to read something new. Or, if you prefer to skip the chitchat, you can always "read and leave."
We start each meetup with quick intros: your name & pronouns, where in Seattle/area you're from, and what you're reading. These always spark post-reading-hour conversations and we love to see it! After reading, we almost always go for dinner or drinks nearby, and everyone is welcome to join!
Silent Book Club® is a global community of readers, with more than 1000 chapters in 50 countries around the world led by local volunteers. SBC members gather in public at bars, cafes, bookstores, libraries, and online to read together in quiet camaraderie. Learn more here.
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Silent Book Club @ Ada's Technical Books and Cafe!Ada's Technical Books and Cafe, Seattle, WA
# Silent Book Club @ Ada's Technical Books and Cafe!
- 📍 425 15th Ave E · Seattle, WA
- ☕ About: Join us on 4th Mondays at Ada’s Technical Books & Cafe on Capitol Hill!
- Beer, wine, batch brew coffee, tea, kombucha and other cold beverages, as well as vegan and gluten-free hot case pastry items are available for purchase - please support our venue host!
- Please note there is seating for approximately 70 attendees, not counting the patio - if you show up more than ten minutes late to this event, you might want to consider bringing a portable chair. Of course, sitting on the floor is always an option.
- 📅 Event Schedule
⏳ 6:00 - 6:15 PM → Arrive, settle in, and place orders.
📖 6:15 - 6:30 PM → Brief intros (name, pronouns, what you’re reading).
🤫 6:30 - 7:30 PM → Silent reading time.
☕ 7:30 PM - ??? → Optional social time & possible post-event activities.
🍽️ 8:00 PM → Dinner at Harry’s Bar/Olympia Pizza (514 15th Ave E)- 🔹 RSVP & Event Guidelines
✔ RSVP REQUIRED – To help us coordinate space and seating, please RSVP
✔ Feeling unwell? If you’re under the weather, wear a mask or better yet, catch us next time!✔ No assigned reading – Bring any book you’re currently enjoying (physical, e-reader, or audiobook with headphones).
✔ Support the venues – Both cafés are independently owned and reader-friendly, so consider purchasing a drink or snack to support them!
- 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @silentbookclubseattle
💬 Join our Discord: Silent Book Club Seattle Discord - 📖☕ Whether you’re here to read in solitude or connect with fellow book lovers, we can’t wait to see you at Silent Book Club Seattle!
👉 RSVP now & pick your reading spot!
