About this room
The Books chat room is an online book club that never closes. Readers share what they are reading now, the books that changed their lives and what to read next.
Fiction, fantasy, thrillers, romance, non-fiction or poetry, every reader is welcome. Ask for recommendations and you will leave with a longer reading list.
What we talk about
From quick questions to long debates, this is what people chat about here.
What is on your nightstand right now.
Epic worlds, series and authors worth starting.
Page-turners you could not put down.
Favourite couples, tropes and comfort reads.
Books that taught you something or changed your mind.
Tell the room what you loved and get your next read.
Conversation starters
Paste one of these into the chat to get the conversation going.
“What book are you reading right now?”
“Which book would you recommend to everyone?”
“What is a book you could read again and again?”
“Do you prefer paper books, e-books or audiobooks?”
How it works
Read along straight away, then sign in free when you want to post.
Choose a topic you love, from music and gaming to anime, books and language exchange.
Anyone can read the conversation right away. No account needed to look around.
Sign in with Google or Discord in seconds to join the chat. It is free, with no paid plan.
Share ideas, ask questions and get to know people who like the same things you do.
Safety
A word filter, a link block and real moderators keep the conversation friendly.
Rooms are for adults aged 18 or older. Anyone underage is removed.
Moderators review reported messages and can delete them for everyone.
Nobody can post links, which stops spam, scams and phishing.
Rule breakers lose the right to post, and bans are hard to get around.
Read the full Community Rules or our guide on staying safe with strangers.
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FAQ
Yes. It is a relaxed place to talk about what you are reading and get recommendations from other readers.
Every genre, from fantasy and thrillers to romance, non-fiction and classics.
Yes. Every room is free to read and free to post in. There is no paid plan.
You can read any room without an account. To post, sign in free with Google or Discord.
Yes. A word filter checks every message, links are blocked, and moderators review reported messages.